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Advertiser: Department of Business and Management, University of Southern Denmark

Field(s) of specialization: Finance

Position type(s): Postdoctoral Scholar

Location of job: Campusvej 55, Odense M, Fyn, 5230, Denmark

Degree required: Doctorate

Job start date: 2025-08-15

Job duration: 2 years

Letters of reference required: 3

Application deadline: 9 Apr 2025 midnight UTC (no longer accepting applications)

Current search status: Reviewing applications

Posting end date: 10 Apr 2025

Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video starting April, 2025.

Ad text:

JOB DESCRIPTION and QUALIFICATION:

The Department of Business & Management, University of Southern Denmark in Odense, invites expression of interest for one or more positions of Postdoc in Finance starting on August 15th, 2025, or on a mutually agreed date.

Job qualifications: We seek candidates with a strong research potential in Finance who must demonstrate the ability to publish in leading international journals within Finance or related areas. All areas of Finance are invited, but we particularly seek candidates with strong theoretical research skills within corporate finance and asset pricing; candidates with competencies within continuous-time finance is particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should have completed their PhD in Finance or a related area prior to starting. We also encourage seasoned candidates with a strong research pipeline and teaching experience to apply. Knowledge of Danish is not required for the position. The duration of the Postdoc position is 2 years.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST PROCEDURE:

Candidates should submit their expression of interest package (cover letter, CV, research papers, three letters of references, and transcripts) via econjobmarket.org. Interviews (online) will be conducted as needed.

ABOUT THE FINANCE GROUP:

The Finance Group is an active research group and a central pillar at the department and the SDU Business School. For further information please visit our website. The aim of the Finance Group is to carry out research of high international standards documented through publications in internationally distinguished journals and through presentations at top conferences. The Finance Group holds an active seminar series as well as workshops which are internationally recognized. Faculty members conduct research within all main areas of Finance (e.g., corporate finance, asset pricing, banking, household finance, and financial markets) and frequently interact in colloquia meetings. The department provides a research supportive environment and research facilities. This includes access to data (e.g., CRSP and Compustat), travel support, and computing facilities.

The Finance Group offers undergraduate and graduate courses in Finance. The teaching load is favorable. Beneficial tax agreements may apply to non-Danish applicants. The remuneration package is competitive at the European level.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST DEADLINE: Expressions of interest are considered on a rolling basis. They must be received by April 9th, 23.59 to be guaranteed full consideration; late expressions of interest may be accepted.