Position Description

The Department of Accounting and Finance in the Gerald Schwartz School of Business invites applications for a probationary, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Finance. The start date is to begin on July 1, 2025.

The successful candidate should hold a PhD (or an ABD with evidence of significant progress toward completion of the degree) in Finance. The candidate must show a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The primary teaching responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to contribute to curriculum development and deliver in-person undergraduate courses in areas such as, but not limited to, Introductory Finance, Financial Management, Portfolio Management and Banking. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop a high-quality program of research and engage in service activities within the Gerald Schwartz School of Business and St. Francis Xavier University.

About the Gerald Schwartz School of Business

The Gerald Schwartz School of Business houses three departments and offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with several degree streams, a thesis-based honours program, a co-op option, and multiple international exchange opportunities. The Gerald Schwartz School is a signatory to PRME and the finance program is recognized under the CFA University Affiliate Program. St. Francis Xavier University is one of Canada's leading primarily undergraduate universities, nestled in the small Nova Scotia town of Antigonish within the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. Our historic campus is home to a population of around 4,000 students.

Application Instructions

Consideration of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply for this opportunity, click the "Apply Now" button and upload your letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests and experiences, a sample of recent working papers or publications, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), transcripts, and the names of three references.

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [email protected] or 902-867-5038.

About St. Francis Xavier University

Established in 1853, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of today's undergraduates through providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research opportunities, and global exchanges -- all within Canada's most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here, the focus is on the academic and the personal development of every student, making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life, determined to make a positive impact on the world. In 2022, Maclean's annual university rankings put StFX #1 in student satisfaction and #2 in reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category. For more, visit www.stfx.ca.

About Antigonish, Nova Scotia

The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres, Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year. For more information visit www.townofantigonish.ca or www.visitantigonish.ca.