Assistant Professor (Tenure-track) or Lecturer (Non Tenure-Track) in Finance

Finance

Position Information

Position Category Faculty FLSA Exempt Position Status Tenure-Track FTE .75 (academic year full-time) Location Thousand Oaks University Background The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person's dignity. Basic Function Under the direction of the Dean and the Associate Dean, the Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Finance is responsible for providing academic instruction to students for the assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses. The Assistant Professor or Lecturer is to serve as a faculty mentor to students; serve on faculty or university committees; engage in services and activities which contribute to the mission and value of the University, as outlined in the faculty handbook. Additionally, the tenure-track Assistant Professor must actively engage in scholarly activities and/or creative endeavors. Representative Duties

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Minimum Qualifications For Assistant Professor, PhD or DBA in Finance or a closely related field from an accredited university (ABD accepted and would be hired at instructor level until acquired).

For the Lecturer position, obtainment of a Master's Degree in Finance or closely-related area.

Either proven or presumptive potential for successfully teaching finance courses. Preferred Qualifications Ability and prior experience to teach various finance courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels in a U.S. four-year university. Professional relative work experience in the finance industry. Active finance-related professional certifications/credentials (e.g. CFA, CFP, CAIA, FRM) are highly desired. Established scholarship record in peer-reviewed academic journals in finance and/or related fields. Experience collaborating with industry professionals in teaching, research, and or professional networks. Experience working with diverse populations and ability to adapt and lead various learning modalities in higher education environments.

Either proven or presumptive potential for satisfactorily fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a faculty member and for making significant contributions to the University community. Licenses and other requirements N.A. Physical Abilities Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via the telephone or video; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files. Working Environment Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus.

Hiring Range $80,000 - $110,000

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/23/2027 Position End Date Open Date 08/10/2026 Close Date 11/01/2026 Open Until Filled No Application Procedure/Special Instructions Make sure to include the following with your application: 1. Cover Letter. Please address how you meet the qualifications of the position and are prepared to support the mission of Cal Lutheran and its designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Two pages max. 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. List of References 4. Teaching Philosophy. In your statement, please also provide concrete examples your pedagogy teaching in blended, hybrid, and/or online environments (if applicable) – two pages max.5. Research Statement: In your statement, please also include how you plan to incorporate undergraduate and/or graduate students as research assistants and/or collaborators – two pages max.6. Inclusive Excellence Statement: Please indicate how you address (or plan to address) equity, inclusion, and access in your teaching, research, service, and mentoring of graduate students – two pages max. Statement California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

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