Lecturer of Finance - Corporate Finance

Lecturer of Finance – Corporate Finance

Trinity University is seeking a full‑time Lecturer in Finance to join the Department of Finance and Business Analytics in the Neidorff School of Business, beginning August 10, 2026. The position is a renewable, non‑tenure‑track appointment with an initial three‑ term and a nine‑month annual schedule.

Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution founded in 1869, offering high‑quality science, liberal arts, and pre‑professional programs across four schools and serving approximately 2,500 undergraduate students worldwide. The Neidorff School of Business is AACSB‑accredited and ranked #1 among Texas undergraduate business schools. The Finance and Business Analytics department offers undergraduate majors in Finance and Business Analytics, houses 12 faculty members, and supports about 90 majors with hands‑on experiences such as the Student Managed Fund and Bloomberg Lab.

Teaching (Primary Responsibility)

• Primarily teach Corporate Finance, the introductory finance course required of all business majors.
• Develop and update course materials to ensure relevance, rigor, and alignment with departmental learning goals.
• Use active learning, experiential, and technology‑enhanced teaching approaches to engage undergraduate students, primarily sophomores.
• Coordinate with other faculty members to ensure consistency and quality across multiple sections of the course.
• Hold regular office hours and provide academic support to students.
• Provide academic advising to students regarding course selection and progression in the finance curriculum.

Student Professional Development

• Significantly contribute to the department’s existing student professional development programming, including workshops, networking events, and career preparation activities.
• Advise and mentor students on career paths, internships, and professional certifications in finance.
• Collaborate with colleagues and university partners such as Career Services and Alumni Relations to design and deliver initiatives that enhance students’ professional readiness and career outcomes.
• Help create new opportunities that connect classroom learning with career exploration in finance and related fields.

Department and School Service

• Participate in departmental and school meetings and discussions related to curriculum development and student success.
• Support departmental initiatives such as major declaration events, open houses, and student recruitment activities.
• Contribute to creating a collegial, student‑centered environment within the Department of Finance and Business Analytics and the Neidorff School of Business.

Professional Growth

• Maintain currency in the field of finance and finance education through ongoing professional development, industry engagement, or relevant certifications, for AACSB accreditation purposes.
• Participate in teaching workshops or professional associations to enhance instructional effectiveness.

This position will be a nine‑month appointment with a three‑year renewable term.

Education

• Required:
  
  Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a closely related field.
• Preferred:
  Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate students, particularly in foundational or introductory finance courses.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to make complex financial concepts accessible and relevant to diverse learners.
• Active participation in student professional development initiatives such as résumé and interview workshops, networking events, or career preparation programs.
• Professional experience in the finance industry or established relationships with industry practitioners that can enhance student learning and career outcomes.
• Demonstrated use of inclusive, experiential, or technology‑enhanced teaching methods that foster engagement among all students.
• Strong commitment to student learning, engagement, and success in a liberal arts environment.

Licenses/Certifications

• Preferred:
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