Adjunct Faculty, Finance (Fall 2025)

Dominican University; River Forest (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Dominican University is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to teach finance courses for the Brennan School of Business. The position requires a Master's degree and relevant professional experience, with responsibilities including course preparation and student evaluation. This role is remote but requires in-person office hours on campus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Finance required.
• At least two years of professional experience in finance.
• Minimum two years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to university policies and procedures.
• Grade assignments and provide timely feedback.
• Hold office hours to support student learning.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a closely related field

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

Position Available: August 25, 2025

FLSA Status: Exempt (salary)

Job Status: Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)

Job Location: Remote – Must be a Resident of the State of Illinois

Position Summary:

The Brennan School of Business at Dominican University invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Faculty position to teach the following courses from August 25, 2025, to December 12, 2025. The Adjunct Faculty member will report to the Department Chair of Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship.

All online asynchronous courses require in-person office hours at Dominican University, River Forest, IL Campus.

Undergraduate Courses

FIN 320: International Finance - Schedule: Online asynchronous

Course Description

The structure and operation of foreign exchange markets: spot, forward, futures, and options; factors determining spot and forward exchange rates. Measurement and management of foreign exchange exposure risk. Financing international transactions. Working capital policies in an international context. Operations of the international money and capital markets. Students are strongly encouraged to complete ECON 101 and FIN 301 before enrolling in this course.

FIN 301: Corporate Finance - Schedule: Online asynchronous

Course Description

This course examines important issues from the perspective of financial managers responsible for making investment and financing decisions. Students learn how to create a framework for understanding and addressing financial problems faced by corporate decision makers and then apply this framework to business situations. Topics in this course include time value of money, risk and return, valuation of debt and equity, capital budgeting, project risk analysis, and capital structure decisions. Students are strongly encouraged to complete ACCT 101 and QUAN 201 before enrolling in this course.

FIN 421: Financial Statement Analysis - Schedule: Online asynchronous

Course Description

This course explores the concepts and tools to understand, prepare, read, and analyze corporate financial statements. Students learn how to forecast financial statements, assess earnings announcements and quarterly reports, and evaluate how financial markets respond to corporate announcements. Students will utilize case studies and spreadsheets throughout this course. Students are strongly encouraged to complete QUAN 201 before enrolling in this course. Prerequisite(s): FIN 301

FIN 321: Data Analytics: Financial Strategies and Applications - Schedule: In-person, hybrid (Wednesday, 8:00 am – 9:15 am)

Course Description

This course underscores the pivotal role of data analytics in evaluating and guiding financial strategies that can significantly impact organizations. It builds upon topics introduced in Corporate Finance and explores the strategic decisions financial managers face. A broad array of topics will be discussed including discounted cash flow analysis, mergers, acquisitions, firm valuation, the process of going public, corporate control, shareholder activism, and financial forecasting. Students will understand the why, when, and how of employing analytics to make informed decisions. Emphasizing hands-on learning, the course includes case studies, real world applications, and makes use of current data analytics software to help students prepare for analytical careers in business. Students are strongly encouraged to complete QUAN 201 before enrolling in this course. Prerequisite(s): FIN 301

Graduate Course (MBA)

FIN 605: Financial Management - Schedule: In-person (Thursday, 6:30 pm – 9:20 pm)

Course Description

This course explores emerging topics in the financial field. Topics include bond and stock valuation, risk management, capital budgeting, cash flow estimation, capital structure theory, mergers and acquisitions, and initial public offerings. Students will utilize case studies and spreadsheet applications in this course. Prerequisite(s): FIN 506

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a Master’s degree in Finance or a closely related field
• At least two years of professional experience working in finance or a closely related field
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum three years of professional experience in finance or accounting
• Minimum two years of teaching experience (preferably in higher education)
• Experience using Canvas Learning Management System
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Professional Certifications (CFA, CFP, for example) are preferred
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following:

• Adhere to the university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting information to university offices.
• Administer student evaluations and submit the required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluations, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Grade weekly assignments, respond to student emails and phone calls promptly, and provide feedback in a timely manner.
• Prepare course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to the subject matter.
• Hold office hours in person and/or via Zoom to support student learning.
• Adhere to the goals and objectives of the course, as guided by the Department Chair.
  
  
  

To Apply:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please submit:

• Cover letter (include the course of interest)
• CV/resume (including a list of three references)
• Teaching philosophy statement (1–2 pages, specific to finance)
  
  
  

Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts.

Physical Demands

• Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times (applicable for on-campus positions)
  
  
  

Salary and FLSA Status

• Salary: $2,000 - $5,000. The actual pay is determined based on credentials, course level, and credit hours.
• FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time
  
  
  

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.

Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.

Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.

Expectations for all Dominican Employees

To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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