Assistant Professor of Instruction, Financial Planning

The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron, Department of Finance, seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction (Non-Tenure Track) and Director to lead the Financial Planning program starting in 2027. You will teach undergraduate courses in financial literacy, planning, and estate topics, and oversee graduate offerings as needed.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or terminal degree with 5+ years in financial planning or wealth management, with CFP preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or terminal degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ working or teaching experience in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management.
• CFP designation highly preferred; or candidate must pass CFP exam within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in financial literacy, financial planning, retirement planning, estate planning, and the financial planning capstone.
• Graduate courses may be assigned based on qualifications and university approval.
• Serve as Director of the financial planning program and advise student organizations.

Skills

Financial planning

Retirement planning

Wealth management

Teaching/Advising

Education

Master’s or terminal degree

Tools

WRDS

Compustat

CRSP

SNL databases

Job description

The University of Akron, Department of Finance, is seeking to fill the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction (Non-Tenure Track), and Director, in the Financial Planning program beginning either Spring or Fall semester of 2027 (January or August of 2027) to teach undergraduate courses in the following areas: financial literacy, financial planning, retirement planning, estate planning, and the financial planning capstone course. Graduate courses may be assigned based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and university approval. Candidates are also expected to serve as the Director of the financial planning program and advise student organizations. The position is subject to funding.Candidates must have a commitment to activities that enable them to maintain their qualifications under AACSB faculty classifications. The university provides excellent support for faculty scholarship and teaching, including WRDS and subscriptions to the Compustat, CRSP, and SNL databases. Service to the department, college, university, and profession is also expected.Required Qualifications:A master’s degree or terminal degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ working or teaching experience in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management.Preferred Qualifications:A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation is highly preferred. Alternatively, the successful candidate must pass the CFP certification examination within 18 months of their hire date.Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction rank is the intermediate rank for Non-Tenure Track faculty defined by credentials and experience that are greater than the minimum requirements for the position. Professor of Practice/Instruction rank is the highest rank defined by credentials and experience that are far superior to the minimum requirements for the position.The successful candidate must have an appropriate academic degree and credentials and background in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management, but a terminal degree is not required.Additional Position Information:Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach your curriculum vitae, cover letter, and references.Application Deadline: November 20, 2026.Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):United States of America (Exempt)Union Affiliation (if applicable):American Association of University ProfessorsFor assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:Derek Brown (Private)Email:[e-mail]________________________________________________________________________Background Check StatementThe University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.Non-Discrimination StatementThe University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.State of Residence StatementIt is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.