McDonough School of Business

Open Positions

Georgetown University welcomes scholars to consider joining the faculty of the globally ranked McDonough School of Business. Georgetown draws outstanding teachers, advanced management professionals, and researchers wishing to continue their intellectual pursuits and impart their lifetime of learning and experience to the next generation of business leaders. Academics and professionals from diverse and international backgrounds are especially encouraged to explore fulfilling employment options at Georgetown. The McDonough School of Business is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and views it as a fundamental aspect of the Georgetown community

Teaching Professor and Academic Director of MS-GRA Program

Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Teaching Professor with administrative responsibilities. In addition to teaching, this non-tenure line faculty member will serve as the Academic Director for the Master of Science in Global Real Assets (MS-GRA) Program. The M.S in Global Real Assets (MS-GRA) program is a 12-month full-time program (entirely on-campus plus a 1-week Global Experience) in Real Assets that provides the real estate and infrastructure (real assets) education for an industry that is radically evolving following the Global Pandemic and rapid rise of interest rates. This innovative program launched in August 2023 with an inaugural cohort of 40 students.

This position covers 15 credits of teaching/administrative responsibilities including:

Candidates must hold a graduate degree (a Ph.D. is preferred) in Business or Real Estate/Infrastructure or a related discipline. We are seeking dynamic candidates with demonstrated ability to successfully teach courses in the real assets space and with relevant professional experience in the field. The successful candidate must be a visionary and thought leader who can adapt and guide the program toward the changing real assets landscape. The appointment can begin as early as July 2024, and the search process will continue until the position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To ensure full consideration, applications, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, and names and contact information of three references, should be submitted to Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/142210. Consideration will begin May 1, 2024 or earlier, but applications are welcome until the position is filled.

Visiting Teaching Professor – Political Economy, International Business, or Strategy

The McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University invites applications for a visiting faculty position in International Political Economy, International Business, or Strategy. We welcome candidates from academia, business, and/or government. We especially encourage applicants who conduct research in international strategy, international political economy, or related fields, and who have either demonstrated or are capable of teaching excellence. A Ph.D. in economics, political science, international affairs, or international business is preferred. Candidates with an MS or MBA degree in strategy or international business with relevant work experience will also be considered. The expected starting date of the appointment is August 2024.

Candidates should expect to teach three to five semester-equivalent courses in subjects related to strategy or international business at the undergraduate and masters levels. Teaching requirements will be determined by the chair of the Strategy, Economics, Ethics and Public Policy area.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, candidates should submit application materials through Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/141823. The application materials include a cover letter, a CV or resume, and a list of three to four references. Optionally, candidates also can provide a research paper, teaching evaluations, and up to three or four letters of recommendation. The deadline for submission is March 15, 2024. We will consider applications and nominations on a rolling basis and conduct interviews virtually. If you have any questions on this position, please email msbdeputydean@georgetown.edu.

Steers Center for Global Real Estate – Pre-doctoral Research Professional

The Steers Center for Global Real Estate seeks a Research Professional for a period of one year. Research Professionals work with faculty to collect data, maintain databases, conduct statistical analysis, and provide other support associated with faculty research. This role will work under Professor Francesco D’Acunto, assisting in research around policy-relevant topics in sustainability in the context of real estate, finance, and economics.

The preferred start date is August 1, 2024, though other dates may be considered. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis, but all applications submitted by March 31, 2024, will be given full consideration.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, candidates should submit application materials through Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/141824.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to Professors Matthew Cypher and Francesco D’Acunto

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Visiting Teaching Professor – Strategy and International Business

The McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University invites applications for a visiting faculty position in Strategy and International Business. We welcome candidates from academia, business, and/or government. We especially encourage applicants who conduct research in competitive strategy, international business, or related fields, and who have either demonstrated or are capable of teaching excellence. An MS or MBA degree in management, strategy, or related field is required; however, a Ph.D. in similar disciplines is preferred. The expected starting date of the appointment is August 2024.

Candidates should expect to teach three to five semester-equivalent courses in strategy-related subjects at the undergraduate and masters levels. All teaching requirements will be determined by the chair of the Strategy, Economics, Ethics and Public Policy area.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, candidates should submit application materials through Interfolio using this http://apply.interfolio.com/132674. The application materials include a (1) cover letter, (2) a CV or resume, and (3) a list of three to four references. Optionally, candidates also can provide a research paper, teaching evaluations, and up to three or four letters of recommendation.

The deadline for submission is January 31, 2024.

We will consider applications and nominations on a rolling basis and conduct interviews virtually.

Georgetown Center for Financial Markets and Policy – Research Associate

The Georgetown Psaros Center for Financial Markets and Policy invites applications for a post-doctoral research associate position in finance. The one-year position will begin on May 1, 2024, and is renewable.

The position provides a competitive stipend plus support for travel and research-related expenses. The Research Associate will work closely with the Center’s director and other finance faculty, primarily supporting research and data analysis pertaining to research projects. The successful candidate will advance a number of research projects from conceptualization through publication, formulate research methods, suggest options for improving quality, identify potential problems, and implement solutions. There will be opportunities to connect with collaborators and mentors, and obtain feedback on research. The candidate’s primary supervisor will be the Center director, Professor Reena Aggarwal.

Candidates must have a PhD in Finance or related field by the start date. Candidates must show potential for excellence in research on topics related to empirical corporate finance. Proficiency in using large databases typically used in finance research is required. Candidates must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to publish research in academic journals.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application materials should be submitted in Interfolio [http://apply.interfolio.com/137537]. Applicants should submit (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vita; and (3) one research paper. Letters of recommendation will be requested for shortlisted candidates.

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

The Georgetown Psaros Center for Financial Markets and Policy is housed at the McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University located in Washington DC. For further information, please visit the Psaros Center for Financial Markets and Policy website.

Assistant Professor of Finance

Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of assistant professor of finance beginning Fall 2024.

Candidates should have their doctoral dissertation (in finance or related discipline) completed or near completion and show promise or evidence of significant scholarship and teaching ability at the graduate and undergraduate level. All fields within finance will be considered, including but not limited to, Asset Pricing, Corporate Finance, Financial Institutions, and Household Finance.

Qualified candidates for tenure-track positions must hold a Ph.D. in Finance or related disciplines (or expect to complete the PhD degree by the time the position starts), have excellent research and teaching skills, and must demonstrate the ability to produce scholarly work at the highest level. Finance faculty teach in MBA, MS in Finance, and/or undergraduate programs.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, job market paper, working papers or publications, and letters of recommendation. All applications should be submitted electronically before November 17, 2023 to apply.interfolio.com/133317.

If you have any questions on this position, please email Janet Gao (janet.gao@georgetown.edu), Rohan Williamson (rohan.williamson@georgetown.edu), and Xiaofei Zhao (xiaofei.zhao@georgetown.edu).

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or other categories protected by law.