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Tenure-Track Professor Positions in Finance
Advertiser: École des sciences de la gestion, Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
Field(s) of specialization: Finance
Position type(s): Assistant Professor
Location of job: 315, rue Sainte-Catherine Est, Montreal, Quebec, H2X 3X2, Canada
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: Flexible
Job duration: Continuing/permanent
Letters of reference required: 2
Application deadline: 14 Dec 2025 midnight UTC (accepting applications)
Posting end date: 12 Jan 2026
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Ecole des sciences de la gestion, Université du Québec à Montréal Tenure-Track Professor Positions in Finance

The Department of Finance at ESG UQAM invites applications for tenure-track positions in financial markets and quantitative finance, with an expected start date of June 1, 2026. The Department seeks candidates who demonstrate strong research potential, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and an interest in contributing to a collaborative and dynamic academic environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Ph.D. in Finance (or near completion).
  • Candidates must show a strong commitment to both research and teaching.
  • For more senior positions, a proven track record in research and teaching is required.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written French before tenure

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate programs, with courses primarily taught in French. The standard teaching load is four classes annually, with a reduced load for the first two years.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Candidates should submit the following materials:

  • A cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Teaching dossier (with evidence of teaching effectiveness)
  • Sample research papers or articles
  • A minimum of two letters of reference

Applications should be submitted before December 14, 2025 to:

Alexandre F. Roch

roch.alexandre_f@uqam.ca

Chair, Department of Finance
Université du Québec à Montréal

More information about these positions is available at https://rh.uqam.ca/emplois/personnel-enseignant/

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: UQAM’s School of Management (ESG UQAM) is an urban, research-active business school in downtown Montréal with a global outlook. With more than 13,000 students, 300 professors and a network of 100,000+ alumni, it ranks among Canada’s largest management schools. Known for practice-oriented teaching, applied research, and a strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainable development, ESG UQAM offers a vibrant academic environment embedded in the city. In 2024, the School earned dual AMBA and BGA accreditations, underscoring the quality and impact of its programs and its focus on responsible management.

https://esg.uqam.ca/

Application procedure

To apply, send a message to roch.alexandre_f@uqam.ca. (See posting for details.)

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