Assistant Professor of Practice in Finance

Overview:

St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers more than 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, nursing, and pharmacy; 11 pre-professional programs; and master’s and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, and pharmacy. The University’s residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.

The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.” We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

Job Responsibilities:

The School of Business invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice in Finance to begin Fall 2027. This position carries a 4–4 teaching load and involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses across multiple modalities (in-person, online, and hybrid). The School embraces a teacher‑scholar model and prides itself on a high‑touch approach. We are AACSB accredited and seek to deliver applied business learning anchored in community engagement and social responsibility. Non-tenure track faculty are expected to contribute meaningfully across teaching, and service while actively engaging with students and the broader Fisher community.

The candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate finance courses; assess student learning and progress.

• Advise and mentor students and support recruitment and retention efforts.

• Adopt new teaching techniques and engage students through interactive methods, experiential learning, and other innovative instructional practices.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of courses, programs, and School initiatives.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, alumni, and the business community to advance the School’s mission.

• Provide service to the Department, School, University, profession, and broader community, and share expertise through scholarly or professional outlets.

Education / Experience:

Required:

• Proof of permanent right to work in the US on first day of employment; no visa sponsorship available.

• A master’s level (or higher) degree in finance or a related field from an accredited institution. ABD candidates will be considered.

Preferred:

• Professional experience in related fields of business.

• Active engagement with industry and/or professional associations.

• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses.

• Professional certification (e.g., CFA or CFP ) and experience in working with Bloomberg terminal.

• Experience incorporating data analytics and AI into courses.

• Experience in advising students who manage an investment portfolio.

• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching or professional experience in one or more of the following areas: investments, derivative securities, fixed income securities, fin-tech, analytics, and corporate finance.

Competencies / Skills:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• A strong commitment to teaching excellence, student advising and mentoring.

• Ongoing professional development in pedagogy and instructional innovation.

• Passion for engaging with students and a strong focus on positively impacting their professional development.

• Ability to connect with the business community to advance the visibility and success of the school.

• Proficiency in technology (e.g., AI, analytics tools, instructional technologies, etc.)

Work Hours:

• Full-time, 9-month teaching load with opportunities for summer teaching

• Availability and willingness to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities as well as to participate in and support School of Business and University events

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.

The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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