Assistant Professor of Practice

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
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Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Assistant Professor of Practice
Department Finance-1026
Requisition Number F_240029
Posting Open Date 02/15/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 03/18/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The College of Business at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Practice position starting Fall 2024. The faculty member will be a part of the Department of Finance. Responsibilities will include 80% teaching (four sections each Fall and Spring semester, or annual equivalent) and 20% service. The selected candidate will teach finance courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, the candidate will participate in faculty governance as appropriate, serve on committees, and be involved in various non-class activities with students. This is a non-tenure leading position. Professors of Practice are hired on multi-year contracts that are renewable and subject to satisfactory performance. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and will be competitive with Big Ten Universities.
About the Department
The Department has 16 finance faculty members who serve undergraduate, MBA, and Ph.D. programs in Finance. Additional information about the department is available at http://business.unl.edu/academic-programs/departments/finance/ .
About the College
The faculty, students, and staff who comprise the College of Business bring a high level of dedication to providing exceptional education and real-world experiences for our students. We have enjoyed unprecedented growth in students, programs, faculty, and research. As the College continues to build on and further develop its strengths, we have hired more than fifty new faculty members over the last three years. Our new 240,000-square-foot state-of-the-art Howard L. Hawks Hall (fully funded through the generous support of our alumni, business partners, and friends) provides faculty and students with the perfect setting to achieve their goals. Lincoln and nearby Omaha have thriving business communities that engage with the College. The College prides itself on being an open and collaborative community. For more information, visit https://business.unl.edu/ .

About Lincoln Nebraska
The city of Lincoln, population 290,000, has earned a reputation as one of the Midwest’s most beloved mid-sized cities. It maintains a college-town atmosphere while providing the attractions and entertainment opportunities of a metropolitan area. Lincoln offers the exhilaration of a big city and the serenity of the countryside all in one place. It was recently named America’s brightest and most affordable tech hub by Livability and a Smart Gigabit Community by the National Science Foundation-funded nonprofit U.S. Ignite. Accolades also include #4 best state capital to live in by WalletHub; #1 best city for new jobs by Forbes; a #2 highest quality of life ranking by The Huffington Post; and a #4 ranking in Children’s Health magazine’s listing of best places to raise a family. Lincoln boasts low unemployment, low cost of living, and low crime. A strong vision for growth, a vibrant downtown, extensive bike trails, numerous golf courses and parks, a wide variety of restaurants, shops, and museums, and top college sports teams help make Lincoln a desirable community. Visit https://aboutlincoln.unl.edu/ , www.lincoln.org , https://go.unl.edu/connections , and www.lcoc.com/meet-lincoln for more information about Lincoln.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree from an AACSB or equivalent accredited university with specialization in Finance or a related area, OR Master’s degree from an AACSB or equivalent accredited university in business or finance, with significant recent corporate experience in finance.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in finance, including large-lecture and online classes.
  • Ability to meet AACSB’s accreditation criteria for this position.
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    Preferred Qualifications
  • Applicable professional credentials (e.g., CFA, CFP).
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    Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
    Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
    Criminal History Background Check Required No
    Posted Salary
    How to Apply
    Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:
  • A letter of application.
  • A detailed resume or CV that includes information on education, experience, qualifications, teaching experience (including title and levels of courses taught and summary of teaching evaluations), and research publications (if applicable).
  • A list of three references with complete contact information.


    • All three documents are required before the application can be evaluated.
    If you have questions about this position, please email Dr. Richard DeFusco, Chair of the Finance Department at [email protected] . For specific questions about the application process, please email Kathy Mellick at [email protected] .
    For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
    Kathy Mellick
    [email protected]
    Job Category
    Job Category (old) Faculty Non-Tenure Leading
    Job Type 9 Month
    Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
    If Temporary, indicate end date
    Planned Hire Date Fall 2024
    Appointment End Date
    Organizational Location Default Location

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