Assistant Professor of Practice, Finance, Full-Time, Fall 2027

Marquette University Clg-Nurse; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice in Finance, starting Fall 2027. The position supports the College of Business Administration’s AI in Business major and emphasizes AI, data-driven decision-making, and financial practice in teaching and service.

The successful candidate will teach AI in Finance and related courses, develop updated materials, mentor students, and contribute to curriculum design and program assessment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience applying artificial intelligence or machine learning tools in a finance or business context.
• Evidence of effective college-level teaching or strong potential for teaching excellence.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to student engagement and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in AI in Finance, fintech, data analytics for finance, and related subjects.
• Develop and update course materials to reflect current tools, industry practices, and emerging applications of AI in financial services.
• Contribute to the College’s AI in Business major through curriculum design, cross-departmental collaboration, and advising.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and career development.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including committee work, program assessment, and shared governance.
• Pursue scholarly or applied research in AI and finance with active research agenda for heavier load consideration.

Skills

Effective college-level teaching

Strong communication skills

Student engagement

Mentor students

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Data Science, or related field

Ph.D. in Finance or related field (strongly preferred)

Tools

Python

Machine Learning

AI tools in finance

Job description

Assistant Professor of Practice, Finance, Full-Time, Fall 2027

Position Title Assistant Professor of Practice, Finance, Full-Time, Fall 2027

State Wisconsin

Employment Status Full Time

Position Status Regular

Position Type Faculty

Job Family Faculty

# Hours Per Week 37.5

Marquette University’s Department of Finance invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice. This position supports the College of Business Administration’s newly launched AI in Business major and contributes to the Finance Department’s growing emphasis on the intersection of artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making, and financial practice. The successful candidate will be an innovative educator with applied expertise in AI and finance, committed to preparing students for careers in a rapidly evolving industry.

Duties and Responsibilities

The candidate will teach courses in AI in Finance and related areas, with a standard load of 24 credit hours per academic year. A reduced load of 18 credit hours per year may be considered for candidates who hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree and maintain an active research agenda. Responsibilities include:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in AI in Finance, fintech, data analytics for finance, and related subjects
• Develop and update course materials to reflect current tools, industry practices, and emerging applications of AI in financial services
• Contribute to the College’s AI in Business major through curriculum design, cross-departmental collaboration, and advising
• Mentor and advise students on academic and career development
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including committee work, program assessment, and shared governance
• Pursue scholarly or applied research in AI and finance (a Ph.D. or terminal degree plus an active research agenda is required for 18-credit load consideration)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field from an AACSB -accredited institution
• Demonstrated experience applying artificial intelligence or machine learning tools in a finance or business context
• Evidence of effective college-level teaching or strong potential for teaching excellence
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to student engagement and learning

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Economics, Data Science, or a related field (strongly preferred)
• Industry experience in fintech, quantitative finance, algorithmic trading, or AI-driven financial applications
• Experience developing or teaching courses that integrate Python, machine learning, or AI tools in a finance curriculum
• Familiarity with AI in Business program design at the undergraduate or graduate level
• Active research agenda in AI, fintech, or quantitative finance
• Certifications in relevant areas such as Python for Data Science, Machine Learning, or CFA

Department

Finance (Business Admin.)

Posting Date 07/10/2026

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae
• References
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.