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The University of Akron, Department of Finance, is seeking to fill the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction (Non-Tenure Track), and Director, in the Financial Planning program beginning either Spring or Fall semester of 2027 (January or August of 2027) to teach undergraduate courses in the following areas: financial literacy, financial planning, retirement planning, estate planning, and the financial planning capstone course. Graduate courses may be assigned based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and university approval. Candidates are also expected to serve as the Director of the financial planning program and advise student organizations. The position is subject to funding. Candidates must have a commitment to activities that enable them to maintain their qualifications under AACSB faculty classifications. The university provides excellent support for faculty scholarship and teaching, including WRDS and subscriptions to the Compustat, CRSP, and SNL databases. Service to the department, college, university, and profession is also expected. Required Qualifications: A master’s degree or terminal degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ working or teaching experience in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management. Preferred Qualifications: A Certified Financial Planner ® (CFP®) designation is highly preferred. Alternatively, the successful candidate must pass the CFP® certification examination within 18 months of their hire date. Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction rank is the intermediate rank for Non-Tenure Track faculty defined by credentials and experience that are greater than the minimum requirements for the position. Professor of Practice/Instruction rank is the highest rank defined by credentials and experience that are far superior to the minimum requirements for the position. The successful candidate must have an appropriate academic degree and credentials and background in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management, but a terminal degree is not required. Additional Position Information: Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach your curriculum vitae, cover letter, and references. Application Deadline: November 20, 2026. Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): American Association of University Professors For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Derek Brown (Private) Email: [email protected] ________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio. The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education. The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches. As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems. We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students. We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders. For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our About UA page. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.
