Chair of the Department of Finance 12 Month

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Closing Date:

01/05/2026

Type of Position:

Chair

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Fayetteville

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As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Walton Department Chairs

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Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansass Sam M. Walton College of Business is currently seeking applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Finance with the preferred start date being in Fall 2026. The Finance Department boasts the largest degree program in the Walton College with over 2100 undergraduate student majors a growing masters program and a robust Ph.D. program. The Finance Department Chair holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance. The Endowed Chair is devoted to leading the Department to regional and national prominence in the field of financial education.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership administrative and collaborative skills working effectively with faculty members of all ranks. Candidates should possess the skill and interest to engage external constituents and industry partners. The Finance Department is distinctly positioned to engage with high-profile corporate employers influential investment banking firms and prominent alumni. The College emphasizes the presence of engaged and mission-minded leaders including communicating regularly with faculty and staff maintaining regular on-campus presence fostering a team-oriented environment and aligning the mission and goals of Department with the Walton College goals. A key element of the Walton College leadership environment is collaborative engagement with the Deans Office and other Department Chairs. As part of the Colleges Executive Committee the Department Chair plays a crucial role in shaping and implementing both the Departments and Colleges strategic direction.

By virtue of their own research and teaching accomplishments the Department Chair is also positioned to lead the department in attracting developing and evaluating faculty and staff to advance the Departments research teaching and outreach missions. The Department Chair drives faculty attention to undergraduate curriculum innovation and rigor advances graduate program effectiveness serves as a role model for faculty and staff by maintaining a positive attitude and fostering productive and collegial relationships within the department and with other administrators. Department Chairs are expected to be accessible to students and faculty during normal university hours including summer except when representing the department college or university in off-campus activities.

The 12-month position entails a 60% administrative role. It is structured as a renewable 5-year term offering a competitive compensation package. Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is essential.

Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field conferred by the start of employment

• Associate Professor rank or higher with tenure at an AACSB accredited business school or college

• An established research record of publishing in leading peer-reviewed journals

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated collegiality and teamwork

• Demonstrated desire to engage and collaborate with executive leadership of the College

Preferred Qualifications:

• A research and teaching record suitable for tenure at the full professor level

• Prior experience as department chair (or equivalent) that shows an ability to perform all administrative budgetary curricular and engagement activities of the department

• A proven record of securing external funds through fundraising industry sponsored research or grants

• Evidence of developing innovative initiatives in academic programs outreach and/or administration

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation

Additional Information:

The Department of Finance in the Sam M. Walton College of Business:

The Department of Finance at the Sam M. Walton College of Business boasts a distinguished reputation in education and research. It offers undergraduate professional masters and PhD programs. It represents the largest undergraduate major within the College of Business with over 2100 students including a Professional Masters Program and Doctoral Program. The Department focuses on innovative research and practical applications supported by strong industry partnerships. The Major includes concentrations in Banking Investments Real Estate Risk Management and Financial Analytics.

The Departments total endowment exceeds $20 Million including nine endowed chairs and professorships. The Department includes 31 full-time faculty. Faculty members include leading scholars and industry experts who contribute to significant advancements in finance. The department has a growing emphasis on alternative investments and artificial intelligence in addition to longstanding focus areas of interest.

The Department emphasizes experiential learning providing students with experience through industry collaborations case competitions student investment portfolio management and internships. These are supported through the presence of 3 separate student-managed investment funds with combined assets over $7 Million the earliest of which was established in 1971. These innovations are also bolstered by the presence of the Garrison Financial Institute and its respective Centers.

For more information visit Department of Finance at the University of Arkansas.

The Sam M. Walton College of Business:

The Sam M. Walton College of Business is accredited by AACSB International. The College is comprised of over 10000 students and nearly 200 full-time faculty. The Walton College holds eight academic Departments including Accounting Finance Marketing Management Supply Chain Management Economics Information Systems and Strategy Entrepreneurship and Venture Innovation each with a doctoral-degree granting programs. Academic offerings include undergraduate majors and minors a robust online program eight professional masters degrees a full-time MBA and Executive MBA. The Walton College has consistently been ranked among the nations top 25 public undergraduate business schools since 2005 according to U.S. News and World Report. The University of Arkansas is the States Flagship Land Grant R1 University. It has a total enrollment of more than 35000 students.

For search related questions please contact:

Dr. Tim Riley (Search Committee Co-Chair)

Salary Information:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae List of three Professional References (name email business title)

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Tim Riley

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All application materials must be uploaded to the U of As career site: on or before January 5 2026 for full consideration.

Applications should include a CV (including a list of references) and a cover letter that briefly states: administration experience / interest; prior research and teaching experience. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry

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Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes