Finance Temporary Pool

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania - Bloomsburg; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for temporary faculty positions in Finance in the Department of Economics & Finance at Zeigler College of Business. The position is to fill temporary vacancies to teach lower level and upper level undergraduate finance courses as needed.

The role includes teaching various finance courses, advising students, and may involve research and service on university and department committees.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in finance or a closely related field is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and prior collegiate teaching experience in Personal Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Risk Management, and Insurance Planning are preferred.
• Teaching experience in business, or finance-related professional certification courses such as CFA, CFP, or CPA is also considered.
• Completion of scholarly activities such as publications in refereed journals, finance-related services, and professional certifications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach various introductory and upper level courses in finance.
• Advise students.
• Conduct research.
• Serve in the University and Department committees as needed.
• Location may be any of the Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania campuses.

Education

Master's degree in finance or a closely related field

Job description

Position Title

Finance Temporary Pool

Posting Number

F105

Position Description Summary

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for temporary faculty positions in Finance in the Department of Economics & Finance at Zeigler College of Business. The position is to fill temporary vacancies to teach lower level and upper level undergraduate finance courses as needed.

Duties

• Teach various introductory and upper level courses in finance.
• Advise students.
• Conduct research.
• Serve in the University and Department committees as needed.
• Location may be any of the Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania campuses.
• Teaching mode can be face‑to‑face, online, or a combination of both.

Qualifying Experience and Education (Minimum/Preferred)

• A master’s degree in finance or a closely related field is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and prior collegiate teaching experience in Personal Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Risk Management, and Insurance Planning are preferred.
• Teaching experience in business, or finance‑related professional certification courses such as CFA, CFP, or CPA is also considered.
• Completion of scholarly activities such as publications in refereed journals, finance‑related services, and professional certifications is desirable.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug benefits.
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off.
• Employer‑paid dental and vision benefits.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application includes a letter of application and CV. Applications must be submitted online by a hard deadline 3 years from date of posting. Questions may be directed to Search & Screen Committee Chair, Dr. Gopalan Kutty, [e-mail]. Finalists must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process as judged by the department faculty.

Supplemental Information

The position is contingent upon student enrollment and funding availability. Faculty may be assigned to provide instruction through distance education. Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.

Diversity Statement

Commonwealth University recognizes its responsibility to support a living, learning, and working environment that values diverse contributions. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion enriches our campus community. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:

• Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside the classroom.
• Providing workshops, trainings, and programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

Title IX / Clery

The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with federal, state, and local non‑discrimination and equal opportunity laws.

The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570‑389‑4808, [e-mail] or [e-mail]) to coordinate compliance. For information on the University’s crime statistics, contact Commonwealth University – Bloomsburg Police at 570‑389‑2211, Mansfield Police at 570‑662‑4900, or Lock Haven Police at 570‑484‑2278 or visit https://www.commonwealthu.edu/offices-directory/university-police/annual-security-report.