Description
The Department of Finance of the College of Business at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, in partnership with the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management, is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Practice position in finance starting fall 2026. This is a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure track, teaching-focused, career-oriented position. Professors of Practice are hired on multi-year contracts that are renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The initial appointment for this position is for a term of up to three years. Responsibilities will include 80% teaching (four sections each Fall and Spring semesters, or annual equivalent) and 20% service. The main teaching responsibilities will be a course on navigating emerging technologies in business (BSAD 340) and Introduction to Finance (FINA 361H) in the Raikes School program. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and will be competitive with Big Ten Universities.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have (1) a Ph.D. in finance, business with emphasis in finance, information systems with emphasis in finance/business, or a related discipline; OR (2) a Master’s degree in finance, business, information systems, or a related discipline with significant recent industry experience. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate classes. Additionally, they must be able to meet AACSB’s accreditation criteria for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate courses, including large-lecture and online classes, and demonstrate interest in issues at the intersection of technology and business.
Application Process
Review of applications will begin March 9, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted online at https://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_260014. Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the faculty information form. Attach the following documents:
- A letter of application.
- A detailed resume or CV that includes information on education, experience, qualifications, teaching experience (including title and levels of courses taught and summary of teaching evaluations), and research publications (if applicable).
To complete your application, three letters of recommendation must be submitted electronically to finsearch@unl.edu. All materials are required before the application can be evaluated.
About the Department of Finance The Department has 14 finance faculty members serving undergraduate, MBA, and Ph.D. programs. The department and college have excellent data resources and access to WRDS. Current faculty members have recent publications in many of the leading journals including the Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, and the Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, among others. The Department of Finance is a CFA Institute Affiliated University. Additional information about the department can be found at https://business.unl.edu/academic-programs/departments/finance/.
About the College of Business The College of Business drives discovery, creates opportunity, and empowers its record-breaking 4,534 students to lead the future of business. Programs include 13 undergraduate majors, numerous graduate programs – including our highly-ranked online MBA, three master of science degrees, and two Ph.D. programs. Established in 1913, it is the only doctorate granting business college in Nebraska. Howard L. Hawks Hall, located at 14th and Vine Streets, has been home of the college since 2017. Hawks Hall features interactive learning in state-of-the-art classrooms, cutting-edge technology and one-stop student support services, including free one-on-one tutoring and coaching. For more information, visit https://business.unl.edu/.
About Raikes School The Raikes School offers a residential undergraduate honors program that combines computing and business education. The curriculum emphasizes design thinking, model thinking, and innovation. Students in the Raikes School participate in two years of Design Studio.
About Lincoln, Nebraska Home to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, the city of Lincoln consistently ranks one of the happiest cities in America and highest for livability thanks to a low cost of living, great schools and friendly, community-minded residents. Set amidst a big sky and open landscape, the state’s capital city is simple to navigate with a nationally noted low crime rate, a wide range of housing choices and a reliable public transit system. As one of the fastest growing metro areas in the Midwest, Lincoln boasts a growing technology sector, more parkland per capita than all but a few U.S. cities, an extensive bike trail network, and numerous options for recreational and personal interest activities. It’s easy to feel at home here.
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