Finance & Risk Management Lecturer – Insurance Focus

University of Maine at Augusta; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maine invites applications for a teaching faculty position as Lecturer in Finance with an emphasis on insurance, enterprise risk management, and financial risk analysis. The role supports development of insurance education offerings and industry partnerships.

The standard work year is 2027 start, full-time, 10.5-month appointment with renewal based on performance. Salary range is $85,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• MBA, MS in Finance, MS in Risk Management, Actuarial Science, Insurance, or related master's degree.
• Ability to teach Principles of Finance.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in insurance, risk management, underwriting, actuarial services, employee benefits, or related fields.
• Preferred credentials: CPCU, ARM, CRM, CFA, ASA, ACAS, FCAS, FSA, or comparable.
• Ph.D., DBA, or specialized doctoral degree in Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Actuarial Science, or related field.
• More than eight years of professional experience in insurance or risk management.
• Evidence of successful university teaching (online and in-person).
• Experience building partnerships with industry organizations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate finance courses, including Principles of Finance.
• Support teaching needs in finance, with a primary emphasis on insurance, enterprise risk management, and financial risk analysis.
• Contribute to curriculum development and educational offerings in insurance and risk management.
• Collaborate with industry partners.
• Support internships and experiential learning opportunities.
• Develop professional pathways for students pursuing insurance careers.
• Participate in AACSB accreditation activities.
• Provide service to the Maine Business School, the University, the profession, and the community.

Skills

Teaching

Online teaching

Curriculum design

Industry partnerships

Communication

Education

MBA

MS in Finance

MS in Risk Management

Actuarial Science

Insurance

PhD / DBA

Job description

University of Maine invites applications for a teaching faculty position as Lecturer in Finance with an emphasis on insurance, enterprise risk management, and financial risk analysis. The role supports development of insurance education offerings and industry partnerships.

The standard work year is 2027 start, full-time, 10.5-month appointment with renewal based on performance. Salary range is $85,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience.