"Lecturer in Financial Planning"

Position Summary

The Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics at the University of Georgia invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Financial Planning. The faculty member will have a 95% Teaching and Practicum supervision and 5% Service, nine-month, full time appointment in the Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics. Teach eight (8) courses per academic year at the graduate and undergraduate levels split between instruction delivered online and on-campus. Work with faculty to develop, grow, and sustain scholarly and applied curricula in financial planning. Create and maintain engaging, academically rigorous course content for online delivery. Recruit, advise, and mentor graduate students. Participate in departmental and college service, including meetings and committee work. Maintain active membership in relevant academic and professional organizations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications will include a letter of application, a vita, a copy of the applicant’s unofficial transcript for graduate study, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Three letters of reference are preferred but not required unless invited to interview. Applicants should request that three letters of reference be sent directly to Melissa McBride (mmcbride@uga.edu). Questions about this position or the application process should be directed to Dr. John Grable (grable@uga.edu) or Ms. Melissa McBride (mmcbride@uga.edu).

Closing date

Complete applications received by October 3, 2025 will be given full consideration. The college plans to fill this position by January 1, 2026, but the search will remain open until the position is filled.

Posting Details

Working Title: Lecturer in Financial Planning
Department: FACS-Fin Plan,Housing&Cnsm Ecn
About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: The Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics (FHCE) is one of the four academic units in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. It offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees with an enrollment of approximately 520 undergraduate and 140 graduate students. In addition to Financial Planning, the department includes programs in Consumer Economics (with an optional emphasis in Applied Consumer Analytics), Housing Management and Policy (with an optional emphasis in Residential Property Management), and Social Entrepreneurship for Consumer well-being. FHCE is staffed by 21 faculty members based at the Athens campus.

College/Unit/Department website: www.fcs.uga.edu/fhce

Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary: Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Anticipated Start Date: 01/01/2026
Job Posting Date: 09/02/2025
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Position Information:
Classification Title: Lecturer
Faculty Rank: Lecturer
Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications: A doctoral degree in financial planning, finance, accounting, consumer economics, or other closely related disciplines.
Additional Requirements: Demonstrated expertise in financial planning.
Preferred Qualifications: At least two years of experience teaching financial planning courses in an online environment. At least one degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. CFP® certification or willingness to obtain it within one-year of hire date. Documented record of mentoring students and contributing to program development.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: The hired faculty should be knowledgeable of the CFP® certification processes and standards. Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and student learning outcomes.