Assistant Professor (Finance)

Applications are welcomed from all areas focusing on entrepreneurship research and teaching. Ideal candidates will target and publish in high quality journals (AMJ, AMR, SMJ, ASQ, OrgSc, RP, JBV, ETP, SEJ, etc.) and demonstrate excellence in teaching. The position will be housed within the new Nault Center for Entrepreneurship. Founded in 2002, the center's master's degree program is ranked by The Princeton Review as No. 1 in the South and No. 6 nationally for all public universities in 2025. More than 1,000 center alumni have opened approximately 300 businesses in just the past decade. Recently, the center received $10 million gift from alumnus James "Jay" Nault to rename the center as "Nault Center for Entrepreneurship". The gift will expand pitch competitions for the center as well as innovative new educational opportunities that include creating a new living learning community, expanding the center's mentoring program, building more "shark tank"-like competitions, and supporting potential new degree options for executives. The School of Management offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in management and entrepreneurship and several graduate certificates.

The Muma College of Business operates in an exciting, vibrant, innovation-friendly environment. Over the past few years, USF received over $50 million from key donors to name the Muma College of Business, the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy, the Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability, the Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program, the Collier Student Success Center, and the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship. Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Primary Considerations:

A PhD in Business with specialization in strategy from an AACSB (or international equivalent) accredited institution or a PhD in other related disciplines.

Evidence of ability to publish in top-level journals in strategy, entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Evidence of superior teaching ability.

Expectation that the candidate will contribute to the Nault Center of Entrepreneurship's strategic initiatives and community outreach efforts.

Overall quality of the candidate as indicated by letters of reference and personal contacts.

Other Considerations:

Evidence of ability to make service contributions to the university and the profession.

Reputation of program granting the candidate's degree.

Background in strategy, entrepreneurship and innovation.

Interest in applying for externally funded research.

Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Entrepreneurship faculty members will also teach in the MBA, Executive MBA, and DBA programs. The school offers a strong mix of collegiality and scholarship along with a friendly and welcoming environment. Faculty members are research-active, with recent publications in high quality strategy and entrepreneurship journals.