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Morehouse College

Endowed Chair in Finance

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

Position Information Job Type Faculty Position Title Endowed Chair in Finance Position Number F00027 Department Business Administration Location Morehouse College - Atlanta GA Position Summary ...

Morehouse College

Endowed Chair in Finance

Atlanta, GA

$108K - $141K/yr

Position Information Job Type Faculty Position Title Endowed Chair in Finance Position Number F00027 Department Business Administration Location Morehouse College - Atlanta GA Position Summary ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for endowed chair in the United States is $26.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an endowed chair?

An Endowed Chair is a prestigious faculty position at a college or university that is funded by the revenue from an endowment, typically donated by individuals, organizations, or foundations. The endowment provides ongoing financial support for the chairholder’s salary, research, teaching, or other academic activities. This position recognizes distinguished scholars or educators and helps the institution attract or retain top talent. Endowed Chairs often carry the donor’s name and signify a high level of respect and achievement in the academic community.

What are the typical responsibilities and expectations for someone serving as an endowed chair in an academic institution?

An Endowed Chair is expected to provide academic leadership by advancing research, mentoring junior faculty, and enhancing the reputation of their department or discipline. In addition to teaching and conducting high-impact research, Endowed Chairs often play a key role in securing funding, developing new programs, and fostering collaborations within and beyond the university. They may also be involved in shaping strategic initiatives and serving on important committees, making the role both influential and highly collaborative.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an endowed chair, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Endowed Chair, you typically need a distinguished academic record, advanced degrees (often a Ph.D.), and a proven history of impactful research and teaching. Familiarity with grant writing, academic publishing systems, and experience with research management tools are essential for success in this role. Leadership, mentorship abilities, and strong communication skills help foster collaboration and inspire both students and colleagues. These skills and qualities are crucial for advancing the institution's mission, securing funding, and maintaining academic excellence.

What is the difference between Endowed Chair vs Professor?

AspectEndowed ChairProfessor
CredentialsTypically requires a PhD or equivalent, extensive research, and recognition in the fieldRequires a PhD, teaching experience, and scholarly contributions
Work EnvironmentAcademic institution, research-focused, often with additional funding or prestigeUniversity or college, teaching, research, and service responsibilities
Usage in IndustryPrimarily academic, used to denote a distinguished faculty positionAcademic role, often a full-time faculty member

While both Endowed Chair and Professor are academic roles, an Endowed Chair is a prestigious position funded by a donation, emphasizing recognition and research excellence. A Professor is a broader term for a faculty member, which may or may not hold an endowed position. The Endowed Chair often signifies a higher level of distinction within the Professor rank.

How do you become an endowed chair?

Becoming an endowed chair typically requires a distinguished academic or professional record, significant research contributions, and a strong reputation in the field. Candidates often need to secure funding through donations or grants and demonstrate leadership and excellence in their area of expertise. The appointment process involves approval by university committees and administration.

How much do endowed chairs make?

Endowed chairs are prestigious faculty positions that often come with higher salaries than regular professorships, typically ranging from $100,000 to over $200,000 annually depending on the institution, discipline, and funding. Additional benefits may include research funding, reduced teaching loads, and enhanced professional recognition.
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Alexandria Business Foundation Endowed Chair in Accounting

Louisiana State University

Alexandria, LA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

About Us:
Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
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Job Posting Title:
Alexandria Business Foundation Endowed Chair in Accounting
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUA ASA - Business Administration (Jeff A Langston (00083459))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
PURPOSE: The Endowed Chair will be responsible for teaching in the accounting program while fulfilling all the normal duties and responsibilities of a faculty member at Louisiana State University of Alexandria. These duties include maintaining academic qualifications for ACBSP, advising students, and performing appropriate departmental, university and community service. Teaching responsibilities are at the undergraduate level. Teaching load will consist of 9 hours per semester and may include face to face, online, and hybrid courses. Also, to meet the demands of local companies, LSUA has developed partnerships to expand our programs to meet immediate and long-term needs for well-qualified accounting graduates. Under these initiatives, the goal is to directly address the shortage of accounting graduates.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • The Endowed Chair will equip faculty through training opportunities in the College of Business to create a learning environment that respects all students regardless of gender identity, race, or ethnicity.
  • The Endowed Chair will contribute and assist in prioritizing objectives of the strategic plan of the College of Business.
  • Through the efforts of the Endowed Chair, LSUA's reputation in its accounting program will be enhanced which will help attract more students.
  • The Endowed Chair will be expected to provide excellence in teaching by recommending for consideration innovative teaching strategies and assessment techniques.
  • The Endowed Chair will conduct scholarship that could be integrated into the accounting program to provide students with current and innovative business practices.
  • The Endowed Chair will be expected to provide leadership in conducting research to enhance soft and technical skills for accounting students. Teaching methods to enhance communication, both writing and oral, creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership development will be evaluated and recommended into accounting courses to enhance those skills in which organizations continually seek in their employees.
  • As innovations in technology continue, accounting curricula will be evaluated and recommended to prepare students to meet those new opportunities, such as tax and audit analytics, forensic techniques, and data base management applications to solve complex accounting and business issues.
  • The Endowed Chair will lead and present in a range of local, state, regional, and national professional organizations, such as ACBSP and the American Accounting Association. Focusing on student and workforce needs will enhance the reputation of LSUA's accounting program and also serve a significant part in the equipping of future accountants.
  • The Endowed Chair will strive toward enhancing the quality and reputation of the accounting program at LSUA. By encouraging a collaborative effort within the College, LSUA's mission can be better accomplished.
  • Provide an increase in accounting graduates to meet the growth in accounting jobs in the area and help fill the current shortage facing our workforce.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The Endowed Chair will be selected through a national search. The following qualifications will be expected:
  • Master in Accountancy; or MBA with 18 hours of accounting
  • Excellence in teaching as evidenced through student evaluation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Academic accomplishments commensurate with rank

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting
  • Five years' experience in undergraduate teaching
  • Active CPA or CMA license, and relevant accounting experience
  • Face to face and online teaching experience, and course development
  • Significant professional/industry work experience in the field

The Endowed Chair will be expected to maintain the following:
  • Provide outstanding teaching verified by student evaluation and peer review
  • Offer academic and career advising services
  • Develop mentorship opportunities
  • Guide program development
  • Assist in student recruitment
  • Lead in workforce development
  • Serve as a team member within the College of Business, LSUA, and the community
  • Oversight of accounting interns

Application Material and Contact: Applicants should submit the following in the application: letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts and the names, telephone numbers, email addresses of three references. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired. Hiring manager Dr. Beverly Alwell, Chair of Accounting and Finance Department balwell@lsua.edu
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Application Material and Contact: Applicants should submit the following through Workday, to Dr. Beverly Alwell, Chair of Accounting and Finance Department: letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts and the names, telephone numbers, email addresses of three references. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired.
Posting Date:
July 8, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu

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