Assistant Teaching Professor - Finance

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas School of Business seeks a full-time, academic-year, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor in Finance and Economics to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including courses supporting the Bicknell Certificate in Personal Finance. The position may involve online or on-campus delivery at Lawrence and Leavenworth campuses.

The role emphasizes teaching with a service component to the school and university, with a typical eight-course load per academic year.

Qualifications

• PhD in Finance or MBA with scholarship/achievements by start of appointment.
• Ability or potential to teach across student populations demonstrated by teaching, training, leadership, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in personal finance, economics and related areas; courses may be online or on-campus at Lawrence and Leavenworth campuses; typical load eight courses per academic year.
• Engage in service within and outside the school and university to support instruction and student development.

Education

PhD in Finance

MBA or related professional degree

Job description

Position Overview

This position is a full-time, academic-year, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor position in the School of Business at the University of Kansas. The position's primary responsibility is teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Finance and Economics, with a particular emphasis on courses supporting the Bicknell Certificate in Personal Finance, KU's CFP® program within the School of Business: https://business.ku.edu/undergraduate-programs/degree-programs/bicknell-certificate-personal-finance).

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics. UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit, and it is the candidate’s right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Job Description

80% Teaching

Teach undergraduate or graduate level courses on various topics in personal and household finance, personal financial planning, insurance, economics, finance and/or foundations of business. Potential course assignments for this position include FIN 330 Introduction to Financial Planning and Retirement and FIN 430 Financial Planning Capstone within the Bicknell Certificate in Personal Finance, although other course assignments are expected as the program expands. Duties include, but are not limited to, instruction in the area of finance, course preparation, consultation, and assignment of course grades. Courses may be taught in online or on-campus formats, including at the Lawrence and/or Leavenworth campuses. The typical course load for this appointment is eight courses per academic year. Course load and teaching assignments will be determined by the Finance Area Director to best meet the needs of the School of Business. All faculty members are expected to abide by area, school, and university policies and procedures.

20% Service

Engage in service both within and outside the school and university, including professional and scholarly engagement activities that support instruction and student development. Participate as an active member of the area and engage in instruction-related activities beyond direct instruction. All faculty members are expected to fulfill their share of service duties needed to facilitate the efficient operation of the school. May perform additional position-related activities as assigned by the Dean or Area Director.

Required Qualifications

• Possess a PhD in Finance or closely related discipline, OR an MBA or other professional degree in a closely related discipline plus a demonstrated record of scholarship and achievement, by the start of the appointment.
• Documented ability or high potential to successfully teach across student populations, as demonstrated by prior experience in teaching, training, leadership, or other relevant experience.

Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins: Wednesday September 30, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: Wednesday August 18, 2027