Instructor of Finance - 1 Year Temporary

Campus Title: Instructor of Finance
State Title: Instructor
Department: Accounting and Finance
Job Code: HA2000
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-6014
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Job Type: Full-Time Temporary
Timeframe: Academic Year
Shift: Regular Day Shift
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports directly to the chair of the Accounting and Finance Department
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: $78,000-$80,000 (salary commensurate with education and experience)

Westfield State University (WSU) seeks to hire a one-year temp visiting instructor of Finance. WSU offers a BS in Finance degree through the Department of Accounting and Finance. The program is housed within the College of Professional Studies. Westfield State University has been recognized as a College of Distinction for its Business Programs in 2023-2024.

The Finance major is showing modest growth over the most recent five-year period. Graduates have been successful in securing career positions in the fields of finance in the region. Many WSU students include an internship as one of their major courses. Students also have the opportunity to network with industry professionals through events hosted by our Accounting and Finance Club.

The faculty member hired in this position will teach courses within the BS in Finance degree. These courses may include Personal Financial Planning, Financial Management and maybe Risk Management and Insurance.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Teach courses and contribute to strengthen Finance major
• Be capable of working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary department
• Perform service to university and department through activities such as committees, campus activities, and other opportunities
• Advise students for course selection and academic/career goals

Required Qualifications Include:

• MBA with a concentration in Finance or MSc in Finance or PhD in Finance
• Prior teaching experience at college level

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• A commitment to undergraduate teaching
• Flexibility for future course offerings broadly related to field
• Willingness to engage with themes of race, class, gender, indigeneity, and historically-marginalized communities in their teaching, service, and/or scholarship