Lecturer of Finance - Corporate Finance

Job Family Group:

Faculty

Time Type:

Full time

Department/Office:

Finance and Business Analytics

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Job Description:

The Department of Finance and Business Analytics in the Neidorff School of Business at Trinity University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Finance position, beginning August 10, 2026. This is a renewable, non-tenure-track appointment with an initial three-year term.

The primary teaching responsibility of this position is to teach the introductory-level finance courses. The successful candidate will be a passionate and effective teacher dedicated to engaging undergraduate business students, primarily sophomores. They should demonstrate excellence in classroom instruction, enthusiasm for introducing students to the field of finance, and the ability to make complex financial concepts accessible and relevant.

The primary service responsibility of this position is to play an active role in student professional development of finance majors, including organizing networking and career-related events, integrating career readiness and professional skills into coursework, and implementing career preparation initiatives. The department especially welcomes candidates who are eager to inspire students to pursue finance as a major and help them connect classroom learning with meaningful career opportunities.

BACKGROUND

Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution, founded in 1869. Trinity offers high-quality science, liberal arts, and pre-professional programs as represented by the four schools (STEM, Arts & Humanities, Social Science and Civic Engagement, and Business) to approximately 2,500 undergraduate students from the U.S. and more than 45 countries. The attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, a city rich in heritage and ethnic diversity.

Additional information can be found on the Resource Guide to Trinity & San Antonio.

At the Neidorff School of Business at Trinity University, innovation meets impact. Located in the heart of San Antonio, Texas, we're redefining what it means to deliver a modern business education with bold ideas, ethical leadership, and global perspective coming together. Our AACSB-accredited programs - ranked #1 among undergraduate business schools in Texas and #27 in the nation - empower students to think strategically, lead confidently, and make ethical decisions grounded in data and purpose.

Our faculty are mentors, teacher-scholars, and catalysts for transformation. The Neidorff School thrives on collaboration across disciplines, forging powerful connections with humanities, social sciences and STEM disciplines. With cutting-edge facilities, strong industry partnerships, and a student-centered culture that prizes creativity and inclusion, Neidorff is a dynamic hub for shaping the next generation of business leaders who make a difference in the world.

Join us, and be part of a school that's driven by purpose, powered by people, and poised for the future.

The Department of Finance and Business Analytics offers two undergraduate majors-Finance and Business Analytics-and is home to 12 dedicated faculty committed to teaching excellence and student success. The Finance group, a close-knit team of five faculty supporting about 90 majors, delivers a rigorous and applied curriculum grounded in the liberal arts tradition. Students gain hands-on experience through the Student Managed Fund, Bloomberg Lab, and national competitions that connect classroom learning to real-world finance.

The Student Managed Fund is one of the largest undergraduate funds in the nation, currently managing a portfolio of $ 16 million. The department fosters a collaborative, student-centered environment that emphasizes teaching innovation, student career readiness, and the integration of finance and analytics.

Both the Department of Finance and Business Analytics and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching (Primary Responsibility)

* Primarily teach Corporate Finance, the introductory finance course required of all business majors.

* Develop and update course materials to ensure relevance, rigor, and alignment with departmental learning goals.

* Use active learning, experiential, and technology-enhanced teaching approaches to engage undergraduate students, primarily sophomores.

* Coordinate with other faculty members to ensure consistency and quality across multiple sections of the course.

* Hold regular office hours and provide academic support to students.

* Provide academic advising to students regarding course selection and progression in the finance curriculum.

Student Professional Development

* Significantly contribute to the department's…