Lee Assistant/Associate Professor of Insurance & Risk Management, Lee Business School [R0152913]

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

UNLV Lee Business School seeks a Lee Assistant/Associate Professor of Insurance & Risk Management to advance scholarship, teaching, and service. The candidate will teach risk management, insurance, and related finance topics at undergraduate and/or graduate levels and contribute to executive education initiatives.

Required is a Ph.D. in Finance or related field with a strong publication record and potential for high-impact research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Finance (or related field) required before start date.
• Candidate should demonstrate potential for impactful research and high-quality refereed publications.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness at undergrad/grad levels and strong teaching evaluations.
• A record of service contributions to department, school, university, or profession.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in risk management, insurance, and related finance topics.
• Conduct significant research leading to high-quality refereed publications.
• Engage in service activities for the department, school, university, and profession; participate in executive education or certificate programs if applicable.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching at undergraduate and graduate

Publication record

Service contributions

Education

Ph.D. in Finance or closely related field

Tools

WRDS

CRSP

Compustat

ISS RiskMetrics

ExecuComp

BoardEx

FactSet

Job description

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Lee Assistant/Associate Professor of Insurance & Risk Management, Lee Business School [R0152913].

ROLE of the POSITION

In 2012, the Ted and Doris Lee Family pledged a $15 million naming gift for the Lee Business School. Part of that gift includes the endowment of ten Lee Scholar professorships across the Lee Business School. The Lee Professor will demonstrate excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service. Requirements of the position include conducting significant research leading to high-quality refereed publications and performing service activities for the department, school, university, and profession. This position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses in risk management, insurance, and other finance topics. The Lee Professor may also be involved in executive education and professional certificate programs.

PROFILE of the COLLEGE

As one of the largest schools at UNLV with approximately 3,500 undergraduate students, 500 graduate students, more than 140 faculty and staff, and 25,500+ alumni, the Lee Business School offers 10 undergraduate majors, 12 minors, and seven graduate degree programs including a Masters in Quantitative Finance. The MBA program has ranked in the top 100 part-time MBA programs for the past five years according to U.S. News and World Report. A Ph.D. program is scheduled to launch in Fall 2027. Lee Business School is among the top 2 percent of business colleges and schools worldwide to hold international dual accreditation in business and accounting by AACSB International. In addition to its scholastic endeavors, Lee Business School is home to four centers that connect faculty and students with business and industry: Troesh Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER), Lied Center for Real Estate, and Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management. For more information, visit us online at: https://www.unlv.edu/business

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT

The Department of Finance is a vibrant and rapidly growing department. The Department recently received a significant endowment and established the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management. The department works closely with the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management, which was recently established with a significant endowment. offers a comprehensive curriculum, including Gen-Ed level financial literacy courses; two undergraduate majors in Finance and Insurance & Risk Management; a concentration in Banking; and the Master of Science in Quantitative Finance, with a Ph.D. program expected to launch soon. Since 2022, enrollment in finance courses has nearly tripled, reflecting the department’s momentum and reputation for excellence. The department oversees two student-managed investment funds, providing students with invaluable experiential learning opportunities. Faculty are highly productive scholars, with publications in top journals in finance and related fields including JF, JFE, RFS, AER, JPE, MS, TAR, JFQA, FM, JCF, JBF, and other reputable journals. Research resources are robust and include WRDS, CRSP, Compustat, ISS (RiskMetrics), ExecuComp, BoardEx, and FactSet, complemented by an active research seminar series that brings leading scholars to campus. For more information, visit us online at: https://www.unlv.edu/finance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires a Ph.D. in Finance (or a closely related field) from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.
• For consideration at the rank of Assistant Professor: Candidates must demonstrate strong potential for impactful research resulting in publication in leading academic journals and teaching effectiveness at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Evidence may include a pipeline of high-quality working papers, publications in reputable journals, and effective teaching evaluations.
• For consideration at the rank of Associate Professor: Candidates must have an established record of scholarly achievement commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at a research-intensive university. This includes a portfolio of publications in leading insurance-and-risk-management and related journals, demonstrated teaching excellence, and a record of service contributions to the department, school, university, or profession. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of national or international recognition in their field and the ability to contribute to the department’s continued growth and reputation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Research interests that strengthen the department's existing focus areas, particularly in risk management, insurance markets, insurance economics, actuarial science, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability or interest in teaching courses in risk management, insurance, and finance at multiple levels (undergraduate, graduate, and potentially Ph.D.).
• Experience or interest in engaging with industry partners, insurance professionals, or regulators through outreach, executive education, or professional certificate programs.
• Potential to contribute to the development of the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management and to enhance the visibility of the department in the field.
• Commitment to mentoring students and supporting the launch and growth of the department’s upcoming Ph.D. program.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants — [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20U.S.C. §§1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34C.F.R. Part106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154‑1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702)895‑4055; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202‑1100; Telephone: 1‑800‑421‑3481 FAX: 202‑453‑6012; TDD: 1‑800‑877‑8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

• Academic Faculty
• Exempt: Yes
• Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%