Term Faculty of Practice for Finance

Iowa State University - College of Design; United States; On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Retirement benefits

Generous leave plans

Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

Life insurance and long-term-disabilty

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Department of Finance is inviting applications for a part-time Term Faculty of Practice for Finance. The role supports undergraduate courses in Actuarial Science, Risk Management, or Finance, with a one-course-per-semester load.

The position begins January 2027, ends December 31, 2027, with renewal possible. In-person instruction on the Ames campus is primary, with potential online delivery and department service responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required; AACSB standards compliant.
• Preferred credentials in Actuarial Science, Risk Management, or Finance (e.g., Fellow in the Society of Actuaries, CFA).
• Professional industry experience in financial services or corporate finance.
• Prior collegiate teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Actuarial Science, Risk Management, or Finance.
• Maintain a teaching load of about one course per semester.
• Contribute to departmental service activities.
• Deliver primarily in-person instruction on the Ames campus, with possible online delivery.

Skills

Actuarial Science credentials

Risk Management credentials

Finance credentials

Industry experience

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Position Title

Position Title: Term Faculty of Practice for Finance

Appointment Type

Appointment Type: Faculty

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Finance in the Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University located in Ames, IA is now accepting applications for a part-time term faculty position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice to teach courses at the undergraduate level in Actuarial Science, Risk Management, or Finance beginning Spring semester, January 2027. Anticipated course load is one course per semester. This position will consist primarily of in-person classroom instruction on the Ames campus, with the possibility of some online course delivery. The successful candidate will additionally contribute to departmental service activities. The initial term length will be for one year, ending December 31, 2027, with the possibility for renewal. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree. Qualified candidates must meet the college’s standards to be qualified under AACSB accreditation standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional credentials in Actuarial Science, Risk Management, or Finance (e.g., Fellow in the Society of Actuaries , CFA)
• Professional industry experience (e.g., financial services, corporate finance)
• Prior collegiate teaching experience

College Description

The Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University, established in 1984, furthers Iowa State University’s land-grant ideals by training students to be knowledgeable and ethical communicators, leaders, collaborators, and problem solvers through impactful research, innovative teaching, and community engagement. With the largest undergraduate business program in the state of Iowa and nationally ranked graduate programs, the Ivy College of Business is home to over 5,000 students with a strong growth trajectory. We pride ourselves on our high ethical standards and our drive to promote an environment where all individuals may succeed academically, professionally, and personally. Each member of our community is committed to the college’s mission to link theory with practice for tomorrow’s business leaders. The college offers undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. programs and is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Less than five percent of business schools worldwide receive this accreditation.

Proposed Start Date

January 1, 2027

Proposed End Date or Length of Term

December 31, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year

09

Time Type

Part time

Contact for Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Truong Duong at: [e-mail].

Benefits

• Medical and dental
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Post Dates

Original Posting Date: October 21, 2026 Posting Close Date:

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Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Background Checks Statement

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Reasonable Accommodations

Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

General Compensation Information

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