Teaching responsibilities include various finance courses, such as Principles of Finance, Intermediate Finance, Corporate Finance, and International Finance. The teaching responsibilities will be based on program needs. E

Within that context, the expectation is to design creative assignments and activities in one-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on, active learning in students that will develop their expertise in the subject matter. E

Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptly to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. E

Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to the course and student progress promptly. E

Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E

Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising and service as outlined in the faculty handbook. E

Attend and participate in committees and meetings. E

Participate in marketing, promotions, and recruiting efforts for the programs via events, experiential learning, student-led competitions, and more. E

Evening and weekend hours may be required in part of experiential learning components. E

Perform related duties as assigned. E

Additional Duties for Assistant Professor

• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising, service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E
• Maintain an active research agenda that produces peer-reviewed academic publications and sustains Academic Qualifications based on the accreditation requirements. E

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of:

• Higher education teaching techniques, such as projects that incorporate simulations, case studies, research projects, artificial intelligence, and more.
• Current theory and practice within the field of Finance.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment.
• University curricula.
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students.
• Modern computing technology.
• Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance, and progress.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of Finance.
• Deliver course curricula in various learning styles.
• Mentor a diverse population of students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of university students' diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience.
• Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Work constructively with colleagues and treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of action.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within the field of Finance.

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 - $105,000
Posting Number: Faculty001232020
Open Date: 08/10/2026
Close Date: 11/01/2026

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.

To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/13530

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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Teaching responsibilities include various finance courses, such as Principles of Finance, Intermediate Finance, Corporate Finance, and International Finance. The teaching responsibilities will be based on program needs. E

Within that context, the expectation is to design creative assignments and activities in one-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on, active learning in students that will develop their expertise in the subject matter. E

Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptly to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. E

Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to the course and student progress promptly. E

Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E

Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising and service as outlined in the faculty handbook. E

Attend and participate in committees and meetings. E

Participate in marketing, promotions, and recruiting efforts for the programs via events, experiential learning, student-led competitions, and more. E

Evening and weekend hours may be required in part of experiential learning components. E

Perform related duties as assigned. E

Additional Duties for Assistant Professor

• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising, service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E
• Maintain an active research agenda that produces peer-reviewed academic publications and sustains Academic Qualifications based on the accreditation requirements. E

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of:

• Higher education teaching techniques, such as projects that incorporate simulations, case studies, research projects, artificial intelligence, and more.
• Current theory and practice within the field of Finance.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment.
• University curricula.
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students.
• Modern computing technology.
• Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance, and progress.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of Finance.
• Deliver course curricula in various learning styles.
• Mentor a diverse population of students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of university students' diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience.
• Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Work constructively with colleagues and treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of action.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within the field of Finance.

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 - $105,000
Posting Number: Faculty001232020
Open Date: 08/10/2026
Close Date: 11/01/2026

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.

To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/13530

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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