A full-time position in Finance at Associate / Full professor Level, hybrid teaching & research-oriented position

FACULTY POSITION emlyon business school  invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Finance, open at the Associate/ Full Professor level , to begin in  January 2027. We are looking to recruit a  hybrid profile,  demonstrating strength in both academic dimensions: with a  demonstrated academic research track-record , capable of publishing in reputable journals and contributing to the school’s international research visibility; and with a  strong pedagogical background , experienced in  action learning ,  experiential education , and  real-world project-based teaching .

This position is part of emlyon’s broader strategic ambition to combine  academic excellence  with  impactful, hands-on learning  that is deeply connected to the business world and societal challenges. YOUR ROLE AT EMLYON The selected candidate will join the Department of  Quantitative Finance & Economics  and the  QUANT Research Centre  ( https://aim.em-lyon.com/quant-2/ ) contributing to: Cutting-edge research in their area of expertise; The development and delivery of  innovative, action-based learning experiences , closely tied to the professional ecosystem (corporates, startups, NGOs, etc.); Potentially, the academic lead of a graduate program.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate (BBA), graduate (Programme Grande École), and master's level programs. Most courses will be taught on the  Lyon campus , with possible sessions on other emlyon campuses in France or internationally. Teaching will be mainly in English language. CANDIDATE PROFILES We are open to  diverse academic trajectories , and encourage applications from candidates who correspond to one of the following: Ph.D.

in  Finance  or a related discipline (e.g., Economics) Proven capacity for institutional service (program management, curriculum design, external representation) Interest in pedagogical innovation and contribution to program development Experience in developing and leading research projects, including value them Interest in making academic knowledge actionable in the classroom and beyond Experience in  project-based pedagogy , live business cases, corporate challenges, or learning-by-doing models Strong connections with business or institutional partners Ability to collaborate on funded research projects Ability to design and coordinate courses with a high level of engagement and applied learning Willingness to contribute to the strategic positioning of action learning within the school Additional Requirements Desire to work in a collaborative, international environment Fluency in English required; knowledge of French is a plus but not mandatory Willingness to relocate to  Lyon or surrounding area  (relocation support provided) The candidate will be expected to contribute to and will be regularly evaluated based on three areas of activities: (1) research performance, (2) teaching and student supervision, and (3) institutional service (e.g., administration, service in committees, representation of the school in the media and events).

We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds (gender, ethnic background, nationality) to apply. Fluency and teaching experience in English is required. French skills are not required but would be a plus. The selected candidate is expected to be based in Lyon or nearby area. emlyon has set-up a relocation policy to support the moving process. Salary and conditions are competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

THE SCHOOL   Founded in 1872, emlyon business school is one of the oldest business schools in Europe. It belongs to the top 1% of business schools worldwide recognized by the triple accreditation: EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. emlyon business school welcomes 9,260 students from 130 nationalities across its four campuses in Lyon, Shanghai, Paris, and Mumbai. The School relies on a Faculty of 174 international professors and researchers, as well as a network of 220 academic partners, to deliver t