Assistant Professor, Finance (35859)

Position Summary

The Assistant Professor will be responsible for carrying a 15-hour annual teaching load of FinTech courses at the bachelor and/or Master level.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Major responsibilities include – but are not limited to – providing excellent teaching to undergraduate and/or graduate students; productively engaging in scholarly activities; positively contributing to committee service within the department, college, and university; participating in student mentorship, research, recruitment and retention initiatives; and establishing partnerships with professional organizations within both the Illinois region and nationwide.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Finance, Computational Finance, Financial Engineering, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely-related field from an accredited institution.
  • Candidates with non-finance degrees should have demonstrated competence in areas at the intersection of finance and technology.
  • While applicants who are dissertation candidates ( ABD ) will be considered, contracts will be contingent on doctorate degree completion.
• Strong written communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Relevant professional work experience in banking, finance, Fintech or related areas; and those with a productive high-quality research agenda, a record of professional service, and evidence of student-focused activities.
• Proven or potential excellence in teaching FinTech, quantitative and computational finance, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, machine learning, programming, e-payment, robo-advising, regulation, and data privacy and security.
• Knowledge and desire to teach in areas that complement both the Department’s current and expected future programs and existing faculty members’ expertise.
• Ability and willingness to contribute to promoting a collegial environment in which faculty and staff support each other and their students.
• Ability and willingness to embrace NIU’s mission of providing opportunities to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high-quality education and hands-on involvement in research and community engagement
• Strong oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful prior experience teaching in the position’s area of focus;
• Relevant professional work experience in banking, finance, Fintech or related areas;
• A productive high-quality research agenda, a record of professional service, and evidence of student-focused activities;
• Interest in making NIU their long-term home

Physical Demands Summary

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

August 16, 2023

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

0.75

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary

Commensurate with experience and qualifications; position includes a robust benefits package.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

Commensurate with experience and qualifications; position includes a robust benefits package

Earn Type

Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

For full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete application packet online at: https://employment.niu.edu/postings/ 65920 that includes:

1 – Cover Letter
2 – Resume/Vita
3 – Teaching Evaluation
4 – Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5 – Statement of Research Philosophy
6 – Statement of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ( DEI ) Philosophy
7 – Three Letters of Recommendation (emailed directly to gnicolos@niu.edu )

Please visit www.niu.edu for more information about the university and www.cob.niu.edu/finance for more information about the Finance Department and the College of Business.

Application Deadline : Review of applications will begin immediately after the priority deadline of October 2, 2022 . Applications submitted after this date are welcome, but will be considered as needed.

The search committee may conduct preliminary virtual interviews via ZOOM . For questions, please contact Gina Nicolosi, Chair, Department of Finance at gnicolos@niu.edu .

Special Instructions

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/65920

Is Background Check Required

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

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Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Evaluation
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Statement of Research Philosophy
6. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
7. Diversity Statement

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
2. Sample Publications
3. Other

Supplemental Questions

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