What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction (NTT) and Program Director, Financial Planning position at The University of Akron?
Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements.
The University of Akron, Department of Finance, is seeking to fill the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction (Non-Tenure Track) and Director in Financial Planning beginning Fall semester of 2026 (August 2026) to teach undergraduate courses in all or some of the following areas: retirement planning, foundations of financial planning, foundations of financial literacy, and seminar in financial planning (capstone). Graduate courses may be assigned based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and university approval. The position is subject to funding.
Candidates must have a commitment to activities, including scholarship, that enable them to maintain their qualifications under AACSB faculty classification. The university provides excellent support for faculty scholarship and teaching, including WRDS and subscriptions to the Compustat, CRSP, and SNL databases. Service to the University and the profession is also expected.
Additional Position Information
Required Qualifications:
A master’s degree or terminal degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ working or teaching experience in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management. A certified Financial Planner ® (CFP®) designation is highly preferred, or the successful candidate must pass the CFP® certification examination within 18 months of their hire date.
Candidates are expected to direct the financial planning program and advise student organizations. Candidates must have a commitment to activities that enable them to maintain their qualifications under AACSB faculty classification.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, and a list of three professional references to your profile. Please include contact information, including email addresses, for your professional references.
Candidates are invited to submit their application online at http://www.uakron.edu/hr/jobs.dot.
Job Opening After submission of your application, return to the "My Activities" link and upload the required documents to your profile under the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. Only complete applications submitted through the University’s online job application system will be considered. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with reference to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. A curriculum vitae or resume will not be accepted in place of any information requested on the application.
For assistance with your application or attachments please call Derek Brown in Human Resources at (330) 972-8402.
Application Deadline: May 8th, 2026
Compensation: Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff, contract professionals, and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
American Association of University Professors
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email
djb132@uakron.edu
________________________________________________________________________
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
The University of Akron, Department of Finance, is seeking to fill the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Instruction (Non-Tenure Track) and Director in Financial Planning beginning Fall semester of 2026 (August 2026) to teach undergraduate courses in all or some of the following areas: retirement planning, foundations of financial planning, foundations of financial literacy, and seminar in financial planning (capstone). Graduate courses may be assigned based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and university approval. The position is subject to funding.
Candidates must have a commitment to activities, including scholarship, that enable them to maintain their qualifications under AACSB faculty classification. The university provides excellent support for faculty scholarship and teaching, including WRDS and subscriptions to the Compustat, CRSP, and SNL databases. Service to the University and the profession is also expected.
Additional Position Information
Required Qualifications:
A master’s degree or terminal degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ working or teaching experience in financial planning, retirement planning, or wealth management. A certified Financial Planner ® (CFP®) designation is highly preferred, or the successful candidate must pass the CFP® certification examination within 18 months of their hire date.
Candidates are expected to direct the financial planning program and advise student organizations. Candidates must have a commitment to activities that enable them to maintain their qualifications under AACSB faculty classification.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, and a list of three professional references to your profile. Please include contact information, including email addresses, for your professional references.
Candidates are invited to submit their application online at http://www.uakron.edu/hr/jobs.dot.
Job Opening After submission of your application, return to the "My Activities" link and upload the required documents to your profile under the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. Only complete applications submitted through the University’s online job application system will be considered. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with reference to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. A curriculum vitae or resume will not be accepted in place of any information requested on the application.
For assistance with your application or attachments please call Derek Brown in Human Resources at (330) 972-8402.
Application Deadline: May 8th, 2026
Compensation: Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff, contract professionals, and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
American Association of University Professors
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
djb132@uakron.edu
________________________________________________________________________
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.