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An Endowed Chair Professor is a distinguished faculty position funded by an endowment, typically provided by a donor, organization, or foundation. The endowment supports the professor’s research, teaching, and scholarly activities, often allowing for greater academic freedom and leadership within their field. This title is awarded to recognize outstanding achievement and expertise, and it often comes with additional resources and prestige. Endowed Chairs play a key role in advancing the institution’s reputation and mentoring students and colleagues.

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Endowed Chair Professors are distinguished faculty members holding a special funded position, often with additional research responsibilities and prestige. Professors are senior academic staff involved in teaching and research. The main difference lies in the endowed position's prestige and funding, which often supports advanced research activities.

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Tenure Track) and Scholl Endowed Chair - Finance (26-27)

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Tenure Track) and Scholl Endowed Chair - Finance (26-27)

DePaul

Chicago, IL • On-site

$40K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Tenure Track) and Scholl Endowed Chair - Finance (26-27)
Full-time Faculty Positions
Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Part-time Faculty Positions
DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.
Below you will find the details for the posting including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening or submitting your interest in teaching. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.
Posting Details
Job ID: 182504
Rank: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
College/School: Chicago, IL - Driehaus College of Business
Position Description:
The Department of Finance and Real Estate in the Driehaus College of Business at DePaul University invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position in finance in all areas of specialty and at all ranks (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor). Candidates meeting criteria will also be considered for the Scholl Endowed Chair in Finance if the rank is Associate Professor or Professor.
Located in the center of Chicago's downtown, DePaul's Driehaus College of Business immerses students in one of the world's great business centers to provide transformative, hands-on educational experiences. Enrolling over 5,400 students, Driehaus's undergraduate and graduate programs are highly ranked and nationally recognized. Founded in 1912, Driehaus was among the first 10 business colleges in the United States and the first at an American Catholic university. The Driehaus mission is to empower students to become socially responsible leaders who make an impact in their communities. Guided by our Catholic and Vincentian values and aided by our deep roots in the City of Chicago, we deliver a cutting-edge business education, generate pathbreaking research, and collaborate closely with our community and industry partners to drive positive social outcomes. Visit
Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate courses in the various areas of finance.
  • Develop and maintain an active research agenda that results in quality journal publications.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and actively contribute to the intellectual life of the department.
  • Participate in service activities at all levels (departmental, college, and university-level).
  • Contribute to the support of the department's student recruitment and retention efforts.
  • Contribute to the overall success of the department and college by participating in workshops, events, and other relevant activities.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated potential for making significant contributions to the field of finance.
  • Strong teaching skills and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit
  1. Cover Letter detailing interest in the position
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Names and contact information of three individuals prepared to provide letters of recommendation
  4. A representative sample of teaching evaluations
  5. Research papers

Considerations:A candidate hired at the rank of Associate or Professor may also be appointed as the Scholl Endowed Chair. Appointment as the Scholl Endowed Chair carries an academic year stipend ranging from $40,000 - $75,000 for each year the incumbent serves as the endowed chair. The length of term is five years, and upon expiration of the first term, a review will follow, where it may be renew for another three years. There is no limit on the total number of renewal periods an incumbent may seek. In addition, the holder of the endowed chair would receive four course releases per year while serving as the endowed chair. Should an incumbent cease to serve as the endowed chair, by election or administrative decision, the teaching load would recalibrate to the College's research productivity level.
Assistant level hires will not be considered for the endowed chair.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement:
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: .
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).
Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position at the Assistant Professor level is $185,000 - $230,000, Associate Professor level is $192,000 - $250,000 and Full Professor level is $265,000 - $304,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicant Documents
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C.V.(1)
Student evaluations(1)
Writing Sample(3)
Contact Reference(1)

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