A full-time position in Accounting and Corporate Finance at Full Professor Level - Research-Dri[...]

Overview

emlyon business school invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the full professor level, starting September 2027. The position seeks a strong academic research profile in Corporate Finance with a demonstrated ability to publish in top-tier journals and contribute to the school’s international research visibility.

This appointment is part of emlyon’s strategic aim to combine academic excellence with hands-on learning connected to the business world and societal challenges.

Your role at emlyon

• Join the Department of Accounting and Corporate Finance and one of the Research Centers, contributing to cutting-edge research in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Develop the existing corporate finance research team and activities of related research centers.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of innovative, action-based learning experiences closely tied to the professional ecosystem (corporates, startups, NGOs, etc.).
• Teach 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.

Candidate profile

• holder of the Ph.D. in Finance with research focusing on corporate finance issues
• proven publication track record in top-tier journals (e.g., FT list)
• desire and ability to collaborate with researchers within the department
• desire and ability to support or supervise doctoral students
• desire and ability to collaborate on funded research projects
• interest in pedagogical innovation and contribution to program development
• Additional requirements: willingness to work in a collaborative, international environment; capacity for institutional service (program management, curriculum design, external representation); fluency in English; knowledge of French is a plus but not mandatory; willingness to relocate to Lyon or surrounding area (relocation support provided).

The candidate will be evaluated regularly based on three areas: (1) research performance, (2) teaching and student supervision, and (3) institutional service (e.g., administration, service in committees, representation of the school in media and events).

Salary and conditions

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 holds EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA accreditations and welcomes students from numerous nationalities across campuses in Lyon, Shanghai, and Paris. The school emphasizes mission-driven education and social responsibility in its training programs.

The Department

The Accounting and Corporate Finance department comprises researchers with diverse backgrounds and strong partnerships with organizations to enable rigorous, practice-oriented teaching and engaged scholarship. More information is available on the department's webpage.

The Environment

emlyon is located in a vibrant ecosystem with strong ties to engineering, computer science, natural and social sciences. Lyon is a major French city with a rich entrepreneurial tradition. Further information about emlyon is available on the official site.

The Application should consist of

• An up-to-date curriculum vitae
• A cover letter including motivation to join emlyon business school
• A research statement
• A teaching statement (with teaching evaluations, where available)
• A list of papers under review or in progress
• Two references/names with contact information

Possible questions

Questions about the position can be addressed to Professor Y. Alperovych, chair of the recruitment committee, at All application materials should be submitted in English via the website page. Materials will not be returned.

Recruitment process

emlyon business school follows Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment principles. The selection committee includes three to eight professors and ensures balanced representation of gender, national origin, and professor ranks. The process includes a pre-selection review, a recruitment day with a job talk and interviews, and final decisions communicated by the Dean for Faculty & Research.

Submission deadline

Submission deadline: November 30, 2026.

Overview of emlyon

emlyon was founded in 1872 and has a global footprint with multiple campuses and a network of international partners. The school emphasizes lifelong learning, social responsibility, and a hybrid pedagogy combining action and reflection.