For more than 175 years, Taylor University has been one of the most Christ-centered, student-focused universities in the world. Founded in 1846, Taylor is recognized as an institution that prizes student learning, celebrates intentional community, leads in the work of faith-learning integration, and stands as the oldest non-denominational school within the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). For 26 consecutive years, Taylor has been ranked as one of the top three universities in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report and one of America’s Top Colleges according to Forbes. In addition, Taylor has been named a “Christian College of Distinction” with four notable strengths: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant communities, and successful outcomes.

The culture of Taylor is one of high collegiality, deep care, compassion, and shared Christian commitment. A new presidential administration has catalyzed a season of significant energy and excitement on campus. The University recently completed a yearlong strategic planning process involving a wide spectrum of Taylor’s constituents, including students, faculty and staff, parents, alumni, trustees, administrators, donors, and friends. The resulting strategic plan, Taylor Thrives, is the distillation of thousands of hours of prayer, discussion, and revision and represents the very best thinking the extended Taylor family has to offer. The six priority pillars and 125 individual objectives it details will position Taylor’s campus, community, and mission to not only survive but thrive in the years ahead. We believe Taylor Thrives will move the University from excellence to eminence among our peers over the next five years. In short, this is an exciting time to be at Taylor.

The Position:

Taylor University is seeking a professor to teach Finance courses within the Business Department beginning in August 2024. This is a tenure track position, and appointment of rank and salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

The Business Department is an ACBSP accredited program with high standards, offering traditional undergraduate majors in accounting, finance, management, and marketing, and both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. There are approximately 350 students enrolled, making business the largest major group on campus. All business majors have a practicum requirement, and the curriculum includes project and experiential learning components. The faculty enjoy a strong collegial relationship and smaller classes that encourage student mentoring.

Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will teach upper-level finance courses used to prepare students for the Certified Financial Planning (CFP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designations based on the candidate’s credentials/experience.
• Scholarly activity, professional service, student advising, faculty governance responsibilities, and chapel attendance are also required.
• Additionally, participation in faculty/student collaboration opportunities such as the well-established Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) responsible for 5+ million dollars of the university endowment are expected.

Qualifications:

• A PhD or DBA in Finance or a closely related field is preferred.
• A strong interest in undergraduate teaching, including integration of faith into the classroom and discipline, is essential.
• Previous teaching, online course delivery, and/or postdoctoral experience are desired.
• Professional work experience and credentials are also required.
• Candidates must also have a personal, vibrant faith and Christian walk.
• They must also be strongly committed to the educational mission and evangelical Christian orientation of the University.

Salary + Benefits:

• Competitive salary BOE
• Insurance Benefits: Health, dental, prescription medication
• Generous retirement plan with an employer contribution of 6%
• Tuition remission and continuing education opportunities available for Taylor employees & their dependents

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person