Assistant Teaching Professor, Finance

Assistant Teaching Professor, Finance

Position Type

Faculty

Faculty Track

Employment Status

Full Time

Months

9

Campus

Biddeford, ME

Description

The College of Business (COB) at the University of New England
(UNE) invites applications for a Nine-month, Teaching-track
Assistant Teaching Professor in Finance & Trading
Analytics. We seek an engaged and student-centered
educator with a graduate degree (master's or doctoral) in Finance
or a closely related field. Candidates with a terminal degree and
significant industry experience are especially encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will contribute primarily to undergraduate
and graduate teaching in finance and trading analytics, with an
emphasis on applied learning, student engagement, and connections
between academic concepts and professional practice. Ongoing
engagement with industry and the ability to bring current financial
practices, technologies, and applications into the classroom are
highly valued.

The College of Business is committed to experiential learning and
career preparation, providing students with opportunities to apply
business knowledge to real-world challenges. We seek candidates who
can create dynamic, interactive learning environments that foster
critical inquiry, analytical thinking, quantitative skills, and
active student participation. Candidates should demonstrate a
strong commitment to teaching excellence and mentoring students
from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in
finance and related business topics, depending on qualifications
and college needs. Experience with financial markets, trading
platforms, financial modeling, data analytics, or other emerging
technologies relevant to finance is desirable.

This position offers a competitive nine-month salary commensurate
with qualifications and experience, with opportunities for summer
teaching, interdisciplinary collaboration, professional
development, and continued career growth. The successful candidate
will join a collegial and engaged faculty in a growing College of
Business with expanding undergraduate, graduate, and online
offerings.

The College of Business offers a range of programs designed to
prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing business
environment. The Finance & Trading Analytics program combines
foundational finance education with analytical and
technology-oriented skills, providing students with opportunities
to develop practical expertise relevant to contemporary financial
markets and the broader financial services industry.

Application MaterialsTo apply, please submit the
following:

• Cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the

position.

• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching interests and philosophy (up to two

pages).

• Names and contact information for three professional

references.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates who can
demonstrate a commitment to innovative, experiential, and
student-centered teaching; applied engagement with industry; and
the integration of analytics and technology into finance
education.

About The University of New England
UNE is
Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal
campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier,
Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an
uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on
learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of
challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals
and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of
other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and
nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural
and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision

coverage.

• Up to 8% retirement plan match.
• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal

time, and 12+ holidays per year.

• Educational benefits:
• UNE tuition waiver for employees.

For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit:

UNE Benefits Overview

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will contribute to the College of Business
and mainly to its undergraduate Finance & Trading Analytics
program. Courses are offered during the fall and spring semesters
on UNE's Biddeford Campus. The typical teaching load is the
equivalent of 12 credits per semester (4/4), with relatively small
class sizes that provide opportunities for meaningful interaction
and individualized student support.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to
excellence in teaching and student learning, with the ability to
create engaging, applied, and interactive learning experiences. The
position also provides opportunities to maintain meaningful
connections with industry and bring current financial practices,
technologies, and real-world applications into the classroom.

In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will contribute
to curriculum development and continuous improvement, academic
recruiting and student outreach, course and program assessment, and
service to the College and University. Faculty are also expected to
support students through mentoring and to contribute to the
intellectual and professional life of the College through thought
leadership, professional engagement, and other activities that
advance the mission of the College of Business.

The College values faculty who are collaborative, innovative,
student-centered, and committed to connecting business education
with the evolving needs of industry and the broader business
community.

Qualifications

• A master's or doctoral degree in Finance or a closely related

field is required.

• Professional certifications or credentials such as the CFA or

other relevant industry certifications are highly valued.

• Significant professional experience in finance, financial

services, investments, trading, financial analytics, or a related
field is highly valued and may complement academic
credentials.

• Candidates should demonstrate the potential for excellence in

teaching and a commitment to student-centered, experiential
learning. Previous college-level teaching experience is preferred,
but candidates with substantial professional or industry experience
who are interested in teaching are encouraged to apply.

• Candidates who can contribute to the College's engagement with

industry-including developing employer relationships, identifying
internship opportunities, and supporting students' career
development and placement-are particularly encouraged to
apply.

• Candidates with executive-level or other significant leadership

experience in the financial services industry or related fields are
welcome and encouraged to apply.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the
University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept
of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University
community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate,
discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or
in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex,
physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national
origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression,
ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran.
Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding
students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for
employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users
of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's
immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Anticipated Pay Range

$70,000 - $80,000

Posting Number

2022F0349P

Close Date

Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://une.peopleadmin.com/postings/27268

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