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Dominican University

Location: River Forest, Illinois
Category: Finance
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty, Finance (Spring 2025)

Position Available: January 6, 2025

FLSA Status: Exempt (salary)

Job Status: Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)

Location: IL, Remote

Position Summary:

The Brennan School of Business at Dominican University is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor to teach FIN 320 – International Finance. This 3-credit-hour course, which serves as a core requirement for finance majors and an elective for international business and economics majors, will be delivered in an online hybrid format, with synchronous sessions held Mondays from 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm via zoom.

The ideal candidate would allow for potential in-person engagement with students outside of the virtual classroom. Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, especially for diverse and first-generation students, and should have experience with effective online instruction.

Spring 2025 1/6/2025 - 5/6/2025
FIN 320 - International Finance introduces students to the fundamental principles and practices of international finance. Students will explore topics such as exchange rates, foreign investment, and financial markets in a global context. The course emphasizes understanding financial decisions within multinational corporations, assessing risks, and evaluating global financial strategies. Prerequisites include Principles of Microeconomics (ECON 101) and Corporate Finance (FIN 301). The adjunct faculty member may work with senior finance faculty to examine current teaching materials, cases, and software specific to this course.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, or an MBA, ABD, or a PhD with an emphasis in Finance

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 2 years of demonstrated teaching experience (experience with Canvas Learning Management System preferred)
Experience teaching diverse undergraduate populations
Licensed or registered CPA, CFA, or CMA
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities:

Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following:

Adhere to the university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting information to university offices.
Administer student evaluations and timely and accurately submit the required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluations.
Grading weekly assignments, responding to student emails and phone calls promptly, and providing feedback in a timely manner.
Prepare course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to the subject matter.
Meeting with students and hosting office hours.
Adhering to the goals and objectives of the course, as guided by the Department Chair.

To Apply:

Dominican University will accept applications for this position until it is filled. Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) CV/resume, including a list of references, and (3) a one to two-page teaching philosophy statement.

Official transcripts will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary. Offers will be pending a background screening.

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We look forward to a diverse pool of applicants who bring varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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