Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Finance

The Department of Finance in the Trulaske College of Business at the University of Missouri

The Department of Finance in the Trulaske College of Business at the University of Missouri invites qualified applicants to apply for a non-tenure-track position starting 8/18/2026 or other mutually agreeable date at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The candidate will generally teach at the undergraduate level but may also include graduate level courses. Courses are typically on campus but may be conducted online. In addition to teaching, the candidate will be expected to actively participate in University service. There is an 80/20 split between teaching and service. This is strictly a teaching position with zero support for research.

Minimum qualifications:

• PhD in Finance from an AACSB accredited business program by the time of appointment.
• The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to teach a wide variety of courses.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability and willingness to teach an array of courses in Finance.
• Ability and willingness to develop online courses.
• Prior online teaching experience.

Application materials should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. These should be submitted online at: http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/. Select Prospective employees under Academic positions and search for Job ID 59191 to apply. Questions regarding the online application process should be directed to MU Human Resources: (573) 882-7976 or muhrs@missouri.edu.

Application review begins April 15, 2026 but will accept applications until position is filled.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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