Department: Lundquist College of Business, Finance Department
Rank: Instructor
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Review of Applications Begins
October 20, 2024; position open until filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your online application, including names and contact information for at least three professional references, please upload:
• A letter of interest
• A curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching interests
• Evidence of teaching performance
Department Summary
The Lundquist College of Business is one of seven schools housing academic programs on the University of Oregon campus. Located 110 miles south of Portland, the University of Oregon has an enrollment of over 25,000. The Eugene metro area is in a region noted for its dynamic quality of life and progressive cultural environment. We are about an hour's drive from the Pacific coast and the Cascade Mountains. The University is an AAU research institution.
Since 1914 the Charles H. Lundquist College of Business has taught its students the critical skills, they need to think for themselves, to be leaders in a dynamic world, and to make better decisions on behalf of the people and resources they manage. We are a top business school with a unique mission and vision that draws strength from our links to the Pacific Rim and the distinctive qualities of Oregon culture: innovation, sustainability, active lifestyles, financial stewardship, and respect for individuality and diversity within an increasingly global community. Lundquist Admissions within the College of Business provides a professional yet vibrant experience for our undergraduate and graduate students as they begin or continue their learning experience.
Position Summary
The Department of Finance, Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon is seeking a career faculty member at the rank of Instructor or Senior Instructor I to teach finance and business courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Employment may begin as early as winter term (January 2025), or no later than September 16, 2025. This is a 9-month instructional contract. Summer opportunities may be available.
Responsibilities for this position(s) include:
1. Teaching: up to eight (8) courses at either the graduate or undergraduate level. Courses may be related to commercial banking, derivatives, international finance, microeconomics, and real estate. Course load to be adjusted based on additional scholarship and/or other duties assigned by the department head and approved by the Senior Associate Dean.
2. Service: .20 FTE - activities could include departmental, college, or university committees; responsibilities in recognized professional organizations; service major service as a club adviser.
3. Research, scholarship and creative activity: although NTTF faculty have no obligation for research or scholarship, a commitment to field-based research in finance is highly desirable.
4. Professional development related to teaching and service: conference attendance and staying current in field critical.
5. Advising: Undergraduate and graduate.
6. Student contact and communication: office hours and advising students on group projects.
Minimum Requirements
Instructor:
• Master’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
• One year of teaching experience in higher education or equivalent (such as designing and implementing trainings, short courses, or workshops).
Senior Instructor I:
• Master’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
• Six years of teaching experience in higher education, related to business, post receipt of degree.
Professional Competencies
• Strong analytical skills and excellent communication skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
• PhD in Finance or related field.
• Experience teaching at both undergraduate and graduate level.
• Experience teaching in large lecture settings.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
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