Assistant Professor of Risk and Insurance Notice of Filing

University of Wisconsin Madison; Brantford; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the Risk and Insurance department, starting August 18, 2025. The role focuses on research in AI applications to risk and insurance, with responsibilities in teaching and collaboration across disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate a strong research background and teaching potential.

Qualifications

• Active research program with publications in top-tier journals.
• Skills indicating future teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a strong research program.
• Provide classroom and individual instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

PhD

Job description

Job Summary:

The Department of Risk and Insurance at the Wisconsin School of Business invites applications at all ranks (Assistant, Associate, Full Professors) for a position starting August 18, 2025.

This position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE)-Artificial Intelligence (AI) cluster hire initiative (https://rise.wisc.edu/rise-ai/). The candidate's tenure home will be in the Risk and Insurance department at the Wisconsin School of Business, and the candidate will participate in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts with other departments, schools, and colleges. We seek a thought leader who expands our expertise on the role of AI, with applications to risk and insurance. Potential research areas include AI regulation and ethics, Insure-tech and evolving risk and insurance business models leveraging AI, and advances in actuarial techniques using AI and related technologies.

About the Department:

The Risk and Insurance Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is among the oldest in the country, dating back to the 1930s. Our faculty come from diverse fields such as economics, risk management, actuarial science, and statistics. We offer undergraduate majors in actuarial science and risk management and insurance, ranked among the best globally, as well as a PhD in Insurance Economics & Actuarial Analytics and a Capstone Certificate in Actuarial Science. Our faculty also contribute to the school's business analytics programs, including the MS in Business Analytics, online MS in Data, Insights, and Analytics, and MBA programs. We collaborate extensively across campus with departments like economics, engineering, public policy, health, and statistics.

Responsibilities:

1. Create and maintain a strong research program.
2. Provide classroom and individual instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels.
3. Contribute to the intellectual and academic life of the department, school, and university.
4. Engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts with other departments, schools, and colleges.
5. Participate in university and community service as appropriate.

Institutional Commitment to Diversity:

UW-Madison values diversity as a source of strength, creativity, and innovation. We respect and seek contributions from individuals of all backgrounds, committed to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive community for all.

Qualifications:

Applicants with a new or anticipated PhD should demonstrate an active research program with publications in top-tier journals and skills indicating future teaching excellence.

Work Details:

Full-time, 100% position, ongoing/renewable appointment, starting August 18, 2025. Salary is negotiable and based on a 9-month academic calendar.

Additional Information:

This recruitment process was conducted with a U.S. worker not selected. An application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed. For details or to provide evidence, contact the U.S. Department of Labor at the address provided.

About RISE:

Part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) initiative, which aims to address societal challenges through strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure, and collaboration. Over the next three years, UW-Madison plans to hire 150 new RISE faculty across disciplines, fostering a community of scholars engaged in research, teaching, and outreach.

Application Process:

The position has been filled; this posting is for compliance with Department of Labor requirements. The deadline for full consideration is December 1, 2024, but applications will be considered until filled. Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae with publications
• A combined research and teaching statement or a sample paper
• Contact information for three references

All materials must be in PDF format. Confidentiality requests and authorization forms are required as per instructions linked in the original posting.

Contact Information:

Se Yang
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Additional Details:

Official title: Assistant Professor (FA040)
Department: Wisconsin School of Business/Risk & Insurance
Employment class: Faculty
Job number: 315530-FA

Equal Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations or further information, contact the relevant campus offices.