Assistant Professor of Finance (W1 with tenure track)

We are looking for an excellent young scholar in the field of finance. Applicants with a background in corporate finance are especially encouraged to apply. This position will be located in the Finance Area of the Business School (Fakultät für Betriebswirtschaftslehre). Successful candidates will have demonstrated the ability to conduct cutting edge research publishable in premier academic journals. Applicants should also have a strong motivation to cooperate in joint research projects and be able to contribute to the international network of the Mannheim business faculty. They are expected to hold a PhD at the time of their appointment and demonstrate effective teaching skills. The Assistant Professor is expected to be able to teach in English at all levels (Bachelor, Master, Ph.D.).

The closing date for applications is December 1^st, 2021. Please e-mail your application and supporting documentation, including your CV, teaching evaluations (if available) and two reference letters, to the Dean of the Business School, Mr. Joachim Lutz, at recruiting.finance@uni-mannheim.de.

Alternatively, you can send your application by regular mail to:

University of Mannheim, Dean of the Business School, Mr. Joachim Lutz, 68131 Mannheim, Germany

For additional information on the position, please see the official job announcement on the university website: https://www.uni-mannheim.de/universitaet/stellenanzeigen/#c3442

(Legal disclaimer: only the official announcement on the university webpage is legally binding.)

For specific questions on the position, feel free to contact the head of the search committee, Prof. Dr. Oliver Spalt (https://www.bwl.uni-mannheim.de/en/spalt/team/prof-dr-oliver-spalt/).

The Business School of the University of Mannheim is a leading business school in Europe. Outstanding performance in research and education is acknowledged continuously by international ranking providers (see https://www.mannheim-business-school.com/en/facultyresearch/) and accreditation agencies (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS). We offer an active and collaborative research environment, a broad variety of research opportunities, and support in advancing career perspectives. The University of Mannheim highly values intensive student mentoring. The University of Mannheim values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. Women and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.