Faculty Position in Business Administration – Finance

The School of Business and Professional Studies is seeking applicants for a faculty position in Business Administration, specializing in Finance.

The successful candidate will provide classroom teaching to undergraduate students in Finance and related courses including Economics; develop curriculum that prepares students for success in the rapidly evolving world of business; engage in campus-and community-wide efforts to drive the economic development in the northeast Missouri; engage in scholarship; mentor students; conduct research; and participate in service to the University.

Department and Program: The newly created Department of Business and Economics at Truman State University offers undergraduate majors in business administration, accounting, and economics and a master’s degree in accounting. Business administration majors choose at least one concentration in finance, marketing, management, or international business. The Department has 19 full-time faculty members with a variety of specialties to support our programs. We also offer minors in business, accounting, economics, and entrepreneurship and a business analytics certificate. The business and accounting programs hold both business and accounting accreditation from Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, the premier global accreditation body. More information about the department can be found at: https://www.truman.edu/academics/school-of-business-and-professional-studies/about-the-business-and-economics-department/.

The University: Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 3,500 students who make up its student body are well prepared for the challenging academics in a supportive environment. More than 25% engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Nearly 40% gain leadership experience, and nearly half plan to go on to graduate or professional school. Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state’s public four-year colleges and universities. For over twenty-five years in a row, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master’s universities in the nation. For more information, visit http://truman.edu/about.

The Community: Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school and community college, and the Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Red, White and Blue Festival and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon. The charming downtown area features an arts center, as well as several local shops and restaurants. It is also the site of numerous community events including weekly farmers’ markets from May through October, as well as the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival each fall. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to Chicago O’Hare provide quick access to one of the country’s major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at http://visitkirksville.com

Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.

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