Assistant Professor of Finance

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Job description

Under the general direction of the Dean and the Chair of the Department of Economics and Business Administration (EBA) in the Delaplaine School of Business and Communication (DSBC) at Hood College, we invite applications for an Assistant Professor of Finance. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position responsible for teaching finance and related business courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. It requires the candidate to engage in scholarly activity, advise and mentor students, and contribute service to the department, DSBC, and Hood College.

The candidate will be expected to teach courses in financial management, business finance, investment analysis, fixed income, financial derivatives, and portfolio management, as well as other business courses as needed, at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. The ability to teach courses in accounting is a plus.

The successful candidate must be student-focused and deeply committed to the mission of the Delaplaine School of Business and Communication and Hood College. At Hood College and the DSBC, we prioritize a student-centric approach in all aspects of education, from classroom instruction to individual student engagement. We are seeking individuals with an earned doctorate in a relevant field who are passionate about teaching. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to contribute not only within the department and DSBC but also to the broader campus curriculum.

In addition to pursuing excellence in teaching, the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to scholarship and its classroom applications. Additionally, the successful candidate will mentor and advise undergraduate Business majors in both curricular and professional matters and may also advise graduate research. The candidate must show initiative in service to the department, DSBC, and Hood College.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Teaching/Instruction (60%)

  • Teach courses in financial management, business finance, investment analysis, and portfolio management at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Ability and willingness to teach accounting courses will be preferred. The successful candidate will teach 21 credit hours per academic year.
  • Demonstrate an ability or potential for quality teaching.
  • Plan course syllabi and assignments for the semester to meet Hood College and DSBC curriculum requirements, utilizing a variety of teaching techniques.
  • Evaluate students’ learning styles, interests, aptitudes, temperament, and individual characteristics to determine suitable levels of instruction and assignments.
  • Instruct students in course content and provide learning opportunities in and out of the classroom to achieve course objectives.
  • Encourage class participation and assist, as appropriate, in helping students complete class assignments.
  • Manage classroom interactions and establish and maintain a climate that encourages learning.
  • Critique performance on various assignments to measure the quality of learning, build thinking skills, challenge students’ assumptions, and reinforce concepts, which may include practical application of new skills.
  • Maintain regular office hours and contact with students and work with students to address problems and resolve issues.
  • Accompany students on field trips or other off-campus learning opportunities, as appropriate.
  • Determine grades for assignments and overall achievement in class and provide appropriate documentation of grades to students and the department, as appropriate.

Research and Scholarship (20%)

  • Maintain active and ongoing field-specific research to enhance the general body of knowledge.
  • Pursue publication through a variety of venues, including traditional media such as journals, business periodicals, and conference proceedings, as well as new media and online outlets.

Service (20%)

  • Mentor and advise undergraduate students on curricular and professional matters and, as appropriate, advise graduate research.
  • Support and participate in DSBC and Hood College committees and/or professional organizations to develop professional partnerships and meet academic needs.
  • Support DSBC and Hood College initiatives to recruit and retain talented students.
  • Serve as an active member of the Hood College community.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QualificationsCandidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution with a focus on professional education.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or ExperienceThe successful candidate will have a doctorate in finance or a related field in business or economics. Advanced ABDs and candidates with a master’s degree in finance with significant teaching and/or professional experience will also be considered. Candidates should have teaching experience and familiarity with small, liberal arts college environment.

Preferred Skills and CharacteristicsAn accounting background and/or the ability and interest to teach introductory-level accounting courses in addition to finance would be an additional asset.

Technology SkillsProficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail, and the Internet, in addition to professional software used in research and/or teaching. Ability to learn new applications quickly, including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language SkillsStrong oral and written communication skills are important. Ability to effectively provide information and respond positively to questions from both external and internal customers, both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical SkillsProficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting, and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost-effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in the theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use fingers, hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to sit. The employee may occasionally be required to stand and lift and move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work EnvironmentThe work environment described here is representative of what an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is usually moderate and could include interaction with other employees, students, the public, telephones, and other office equipment.

CompensationThe salary for this position ranges from $80,000 – $85,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation for work completed beyond the minimum contracted teaching load may be provided. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits. Learn more about Hood College.

Education

Required

Masters or better in Finance or related field.

PreferredDoctorate or better in Finance or related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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How to apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, resume and three professional references as well as submitting the following materials:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement on teaching and research
  • Sample Research
  • Student evaluations
  • If selected for an interview, letters from three people knowledgeable about the candidate’s teaching and research

If you need assistance with the online application process, please email [email protected] or call (301) 696-3592.

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 308), (301) 696-3123. For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/