Assistant Professor of Finance

Date Posted: 11/26/2025
Closing Date: 01/29/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 44363
Job Category: Faculty – Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough
Department: Department of Management
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Description

The Department of Management at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position in Finance. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing historical and ongoing inequities experienced by Black, Indigenous, and other racialized communities, we strongly encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

UTSC is implementing its Strategic Plan: Inspiring Inclusive Excellence. Consistent with this plan, we especially welcome candidates who self-identify as Indigenous or have lived experience in Black or other racialized (persons of colour) communities. The successful candidate will have opportunities to connect with colleagues from under-represented groups across Sciences, Social Sciences, and Humanities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Finance or a closely related area by the time of appointment, or a graduate degree in Finance with relevant industry and/or teaching experience.

• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching.

• Experience in lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and online material development.

• Demonstrated commitment to pedagogical inquiry and interest in teaching-related scholarly activities.

Evidence of teaching excellence may include teaching accomplishments, awards, presentations, teaching dossier, and strong letters of reference.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Candidates must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants are asked to submit a 1- to 2-page statement addressing contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover:

• Research or teaching focused on underrepresented communities.

• Development of inclusive pedagogies.

• Mentoring students from underrepresented groups.

Equity and diversity are considered essential to academic excellence and are integral to the University’s mission.

Salary

• Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the University & UTSC

• University of Toronto is highly research-oriented, ranked first in Canada and 16th in the world for research citations.

• UTSC offers state-of-the-art lecture halls, case rooms, research labs, a dedicated data modeling lab, event spaces, restaurants, and rooftop gardens.

• Students come from diverse countries and ethnic backgrounds and participate in the Co-operative Education Program.

• Offers Management and International Business programs with international work terms and study abroad opportunities.

UTSC is part of the broader tri-campus network: St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough.

Application & Selection

• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging. Applications are strongly encouraged from:

• Indigenous Peoples

• Black and racialized persons

• Women

• Persons with disabilities

• People of diverse sexual and gender identities

Diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise strengthen our academic mission. Applicants are asked to complete a voluntary Diversity Survey: http://uoft.me/UP

Accessibility Statement

The University of Toronto is committed to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We strive to make recruitment, assessment, and selection processes fully accessible and provide accommodations as required.

For accommodations during the application or hiring process: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca