Expert in Residence in Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Job Title: Expert in Residence in Finance 

Department: Davis College of Business and Technology 

Position Reports to (Position Title): Department Chair & The Dean 

Position Class: Exempt

Position Type: Part-time

Is this a Primary: Primary

Job Description

This 9-month Expert-in-Residence position includes responsibilities in teaching, professional development, and service. Teaching expectations are based on the needs of the finance department. Courses may include FIN 610, 611, 432, and 440. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned. 
• Manage and support the DCOBT student investment fund. 
• Work with student majors on co-curricular initiatives in support of retention efforts. 
• Department, college, and university service.

Required Skills/Abilities

• The ability to teach a broad range of lower-level and upper-level courses 
• The ability to incorporate technology into classroom teaching and to teach online and hybrid classes 
• The ability to supervise and conduct research and supervise student research in the area of expertise 
• The ability to work with diverse students and various class sizes 
• Excellent oral and written skills 
• Time management and organizational skills 
• The ability to work in a collaborative and cooperative manner 

Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Experience:

• MBA; Terminal degree in the area of expertise 
• Individuals must be academically qualified, and maintenance of academic qualifications is required per SACS and AACSB requirements. 

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines 
• Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and virtually. • Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens 
• Stamina to teach up to 24 hours weekly. 

Important Note

It is expected that the individuals chosen for these positions will possess a commitment to teaching excellence, demonstrated ability or capacity to produce quality scholarly academic research, and a commitment to involvement in service that advances the university or the profession. Preference will be given to candidates with excellent communication and collaboration skills and a commitment to building a diverse and inclusive work and classroom environment. 

Named an “America’s Best College” in the South for more than 10 consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, Jacksonville University is a premier private institution in northeast Florida. Founded in 1934, JU offers more than 100 majors, minors, and programs with over 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Jacksonville University is located in a beautiful riverfront setting in suburban Jacksonville, across the St. Johns River from downtown and just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. The prestigious Davis College of Business and Technology includes three schools: The School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Business, and the School of Aviation and Military Sciences. Additional information about the College and the University and its programs can be obtained by accessing the university’s web site (http://www.ju.edu).

To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and list of references with your Jacksonville University application.