About this opportunity
Financial Management Association International lists this Chair of the Department of Finance, Insurance and Real Estate opportunity in richmond, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Department and Position
FIRE Department at Virginia Commonwealth University, in Richmond, Virginia, invites applicants for a full-time tenured department chair at the rank of Full Professor to start in August 2026.
Responsibilities
The Chair’s assigned workload will be 50% administrative, 20% research, 20% teaching, and 10% service. The chair provides leadership, promotes a climate for faculty and student success, plans and schedules courses, and manages the Department’s fiscal resources.
Required Qualifications
Must possess a Ph.D. in a discipline related to the department’s programs.
We are open to candidates from any of the department’s disciplines: finance, fintech, blockchain, corporate social responsibility, personal finance, financial economics, real estate, risk management and insurance.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
A demonstrated record or the potential for academic leadership.
An established record of high-quality scholarly research.
An established research record, potential for external funding, and potential for scholarship or teaching that complements or expands existing expertise in the department.
Application Process
Candidates should upload their application with all required materials (e.g., a cover letter and curriculum vitae), optional supporting documents (e.g., copies of research papers, research and teaching statements, and course evaluations), and the names and e‑mail addresses of four references. Reference letters will be requested by the search committee only for the short‑listed candidates. Only complete applications that meet the required qualifications will be considered. Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until filled. For additional information, please contact the chair of the faculty search committee Bruce Huhmann
Additional Information
All full-time university faculty are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive health benefits
Paid leave and holiday leave
Retirement planning and savings options
Tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs
Generous tuition benefit
Employee discounts
Well‑being resources
Abundant opportunities for career development and more
Learn more about VCU’s benefits here.
Location
Richmond, Virginia is a vibrant mid‑sized city that blends history with a thriving economy. Consistently ranked among the best places to live, Richmond possesses a lively mix of culture, cuisine, outdoor recreation, family‑friendly activities, and welcoming neighborhoods. The region combines steady job and wage growth with a cost of living that is nearly 6% below the national average and housing that is 15% below the national average. From historic landmarks to waterfront trails and festivals, Richmond offers an exceptional quality of life for its residents.
Salary Range
$300,000-$325,000
FLSA Exemption Status
Exempt
Restricted Position
No
ORP Eligible
Yes
Flexible Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Rank
Professor
Tenure
Tenure Track
Months
12
Contact Information
Contact Name: Bruce Huhmann
Contact Email:
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Worksite address
richmond, VA, 23214, US
Who can apply
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