Adjunct Professor - Finance Pool

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

William & Mary in Williamsburg invites applications for adjunct professor positions in Finance. The pool supports undergraduate and graduate courses taught within the Raymond A.

Mason School of Business, with responsibilities including syllabus design, course coordination, and timely feedback to students. This part-time, non-benefited role emphasizes inclusive excellence and effective use of learning platforms.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a finance-related field.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Review course content and align with term start.
• Prepare and coordinate syllabus with the Area Head/Lead instructor.
• Promote inclusive excellence and academic integrity.
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to inquiries within 24 hours.
• Grade assignments and exams timely and maintain office hours.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Technology in education

Education

Master's degree in Finance or related field

Ph.D. preferred

Experience in teaching

Tools

Blackboard (LMS)

Job description

Job Requisition:

JR101891 Adjunct Professor - Finance Pool (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Adjunct Professor - Finance Pool

Department:

CC00143 WM001 | SOB | School of Business - Administration

Job Family:

Faculty - Adjunct

Worker Sub-Type:

Adjunct (non-benefited)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Miller Hall

Primary Job Posting Location:

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

The mission of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary is to serve the Commonwealth, the nation, and the global community both by offering high-quality educational programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels and by creating and communicating new knowledge. The Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty to teach one or more undergraduate/graduate courses in Finance. William & Mary is a premier liberal arts university, chartered in 1693, and has long been considered one of the “Public Ivies.” The graduate business school has been recognized as a “Top-50” school by Business Week, the Financial Times and the Wall Street Journal. The University is situated in historic Williamsburg, Virginia and is within an hour’s drive of Richmond, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. Washington DC is within three hour’s drive. More information about the school can be found on the web at http://mason.wm.edu/. Adjunct faculty serve a vital role and are valued members of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business and the William & Mary community. Under the guidance of the Area Head, adjunct faculty members teach courses, facilitate course activities/assessments and provide students with timely feedback, while promoting W&M values. Adjunct faculty are provided with professional learning opportunities and are invited to attend on-campus events

Job Description:

• Review course content, activities, activities, assignments and assessments prior to the term start date.
• Prepare a syllabus (with guidance from the Area Head and/or Lead instructor).
• Coordinate course activities with the Area Head and/or lead instructor, and the Associate Dean for the program as necessary.
• Promote inclusive excellence and academic integrity.
• Support student learning using W&M's learning management system.
• Support documented student accommodations.
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines and adhere to the academic credit hour policies & guidelines.
• Maintain frequent and open communication with Area Head, other faculty and staff through email, mail, telephone, and any other medium deemed appropriate.
• Provide students with timely and specific feedback.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner (48 – 72 hours).
• Offer weekly office hours for individual or group consultation.
• Submit final grades according to William & Mary policy and the individual program calendars.
• Submit end-of-semester feedback and reflection form.
• Complete all required training and orientation activities prior to the term start date.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree directly related to the discipline OR a Bachelor's Degree with extensive and significant experience related to the discipline.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to incorporate technology in education processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or other doctoral degree directly related to the discipline.
• Expertise and relevant professional experience in a closely related field.
• Previous experience providing instruction in an academic or corporate setting.
• Computer proficiency and experience using Blackboard or a similar learning management system.

Other details:

• The review of applications is ongoing, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Hired candidates are required to provide official transcripts prior to the contracted start date.
• This part-time position is restricted to the term in which it is assigned and hired, and is not eligible for benefits.
• This position isnoteligible for work visa sponsorship.

Additional Job Description

Job Profile: JP0738 - Adjunct Professor NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Qualifications:

Compensation Grade: S99

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-07-02

Position Restrictions: Restricted Term

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Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.