Professor in Business Administration, Finance

reference number 311-1088-09 Professor in Business Administration, specialization in Finance The eligibility criteria for employment as professor at Umeå University follows from the Higher Education Ordinance (Högskoleförordningen), chapter 4 section 5 (www.sweden.gov.se/sb/d/574/a/21541), and from the Appointment rules for teachers at Umeå University (see link below).To be eligible as professor, scientific as well as pedagogic proficiency is required.The scientific proficiency is demonstrated through independent, high-quality research work, ability to plan and lead research, and ability to impart information about research to the surrounding community.Academic competence must have been proven through research work which considerably exceeds what is required for appointment as Associated Professor.Pedagogic proficiency means having broad, solid and up to date knowledge of his/her subject, ability to structure and organize the mass of knowledge in his/her own teaching, ability to motivate and communicate with students, and ability to renew his/her teaching.The candidate should have a solid research background in the field of finance.Special weight will be accorded to research qualifications with a profile on risk assessment and/or credit granting.The academic skills should be demonstrated through international publications in high-ranked journals.Furthermore, the candidate is expected to produce evidence on ability to initiate and lead large research programs, in particularly externally funded research projects where funding has been obtained in the course of national or international competition.Special weight will also be placed on proven skills in pursuing research that is of relevance for the business community, and in collaborating with corporate and community partners.In terms of pedagogical proficiency, special weight will be accorded to well-documented skills in teaching on the master and doctoral levels.The ranking of candidates will be based primarily on scientific proficiency, research profile and ability to collaborate with the business world.The place of work is Umeå and a high degree of attendance at the School is required.The salary is set after qualifications.Please indicate your expectations to salary. Applications may be submitted either electronically or on paper.Documents that are sent electronically must be PDF files.Paper applications must be submitted in four copies.The presentation and documentation of qualifications must be structured in accordance with the university's guidelines that are available at: www8.umu.se/personal/umu_internt/anstallningsordning.htm (both Swedish and English version available).MORE INFORMATION: www.jobb.umu.se More information about Umeå School of Business is available at www.usbe.umu.se.We look forward to receiving your application!