Visiting Assistant Professor of Teaching – Finance (2025-2026)

About the Opportunity
The Department of Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate at the Fogelman College of Business & Economics, University of Memphis, invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Teaching in Finance. This business faculty job is a non-tenure-track position with teaching duties beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year. The role is based primarily at the Memphis campus, with some online and possible off-campus teaching. Final hiring depends on budget approval.

Key Responsibilities
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Teaching will:

• Teach eight finance courses per academic year, focusing on both undergraduate and graduate students
• Support and lead key departmental activities, especially in the Cook Analytics & Trading Lab
• Deliver effective instruction for finance courses, including classes that prepare students for CFP/CFA certifications
• Evaluate student learning and support high achievement
• Help maintain AACSB scholarly academic status
• Assist with lab operations, tech support, and lab web presence
• Recruit students and support finance clubs, competitions, and inter-university activities
• Maintain connections with the CFA Society, FPA Society, and support the Finance Club and related university events
• Serve on Department and College Committees

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Opportunity to work in a top business school in the Southeast
• Collaborate with leading faculty and motivated students
• Access to AACSB-accredited programs and resources

About the College and Department
Fogelman College of Business & Economics is recognized as a leading business school in the region and is part of the Carnegie R1 University of Memphis. The College holds full AACSB accreditation, with 96 full-time faculty and around 3,100 students. The Department of Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate has 12 full-time faculty and offers a dynamic academic environment. Learn more at www.memphis.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in finance
• Strong record of research and professional engagement to qualify as Scholarly Academic under AACSB standards is preferred

How to Apply
To apply, submit your cover letter, CV, unofficial transcript of your highest degree, and contact details for three references at workforum.memphis.edu. Applications are reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. For questions, contact Dr. Konstantin Sokolov at (901) 678-5930 or ksokolov@memphis.edu.

Important Note:
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Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.