Adjunct Faculty, Finance, Center City (Hybrid)

Strayer University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Benefits package

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Strayer University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach undergraduate and graduate finance courses in a hybrid format, combining on-campus sessions with asynchronous online instruction. The role includes maintaining office hours and delivering 11 in-person meetings per week at Center City Campus.

Ideal candidates have college teaching experience, 5+ years in a finance-related field, and a Doctorate in Finance or a Business-related Doctorate with relevant Finance credentials.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) software and overall computer skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses from a predefined curriculum leveraging professional expertise.
• Enhance curriculum using technology and videos.
• Be on-campus for in-person sessions and manage online component.

Skills

Academic technology

MS Office

Academic evaluation

Oral presentation

Computer skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Doctorate in Finance

Master’s in Finance (27 quarter credit hours)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Provides quality education and maintains high standards of academic excellence in teaching assigned courses in the discipline. The Adjunct hybrid faculty roles teach assigned courses in person and asynchronously online. This role also maintains office hours as assigned.

Campus Address

1601 Market St., Suite 210

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can change lives?

Strayer University is seeking a dynamic Adjunct Faculty member to join our academics team. We are currently in search of a passionate professor for undergraduate/graduate level finance class for the upcoming winter quarter, starting January 4, 2026 in a hybrid format. The hybrid format is described as teaching the course in both the in-person and online modalities. This role requires 11 in-person meeting sessions for 2 hours every week held at a predetermined scheduled time (day/evening) at the Center City Strayer University Campus. The balance of the course is instructed asynchronously online.

Strayer Adjunct Faculty are not just instructors; they are also coaches and mentors. Our faculty members strive to ignite a life-long love of learning in our students and to be flexible with their diverse learning styles. We believe in a strong faculty-student relationship and building a community in the classroom.

• Teach courses as assigned from a pre-designed curriculum and utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction.


• Enhance the strength and effectiveness of the curriculum using technology and videos.


• Arrive on-campus at least half an hour prior to the start time of in-person sessions per week during the academic quarter.


• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the student learning experience for the online component of the course.


• Be available to students via email, phone, text, and office hours to ensure students receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.


• Establish high standards and ensure students understand how they will be evaluated.


• Adhere to University policies and procedures.


• Attend faculty meetings and workshops or training as required.

Job Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) software and overall computer skills.


• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.


• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning, and organizing of course objectives.


• Must have strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Effective time management skills.

Work Experience

• Teaching experience at the college level and online teaching experience are strongly preferred.


• 5 years of professional experience in a Finance- related field required.

Education

• Doctorate Degree in Finance or any Doctorate degree with 27 doctorate quarter credit hours (18 semester credit hours) in Finance (Banking, Investments, Securities, etc.).

OR

• Doctorate Degree in a Business-related field w/Master’s Degree in Finance or any Master’s degree with 27 graduate quarter credit hours (18 semester credit hours) in Finance (Banking, Investments, Securities, etc.).

Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations

• Professional certification in discipline specialty (if applicable).

Other

• Must be able to travel weekly to required location(s).


• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.


• Typical office setting.


• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.


• Travel via plane, car, and metro may be required to perform this job.


• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.


• Access information using a computer.


• Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.


• Effectively cope with stressful situations.


• Strong mental acuity.


• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.


• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

$2,300-$2,600 is the expected starting pay per online assignment for this position per quarter and $3,000 is the expected starting pay per on campus assignment for this position per quarter. If your location is near a campus, on campus teaching may be required. Current and future assignments are based on the additional factors outlined below.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all.

Strayer University Adjunct Faculty

are compensated based on the number and type of course(s) that are taught in a given quarter. Currently, compensation for courses ranges from $2,300 - $3,100.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail]