Specialized Faculty Non-Tenure Track - Department of Finance - Venture Capital

Position: Specialized Faculty (Open Rank, Non-Tenure Track) - Department of Finance - Venture Capital
Qualifications

Required

1. Senior leadership experience in venture capital, private equity, entrepreneurship, or startup advisory roles

2. Demonstrated teaching, mentoring, or academic leadership experience desired, not required

3. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and industry partners

4. Commitment to experiential learning and fostering an accessible and welcoming entrepreneurial ecosystem

5. Able to be on campus several times per month

Preferred

1. Advanced degree in business, finance, entrepreneurship, or a related field (MBA or PhD preferred)

2. Living in the Champaign-Urbana area

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time specialized faculty appointment (9 month service basis paid over 12-months). The expected start date is 8/16/2026. The targeted wage for this position is $150,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Based on credentials and operational needs, the successful candidate may also be eligible for an additional 1/9th administrative appointment, with the possibility of up to 2 additional months in administrative service during the summer months.

Sponsorship for work aurhorization is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on March 16, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Hanna Richmond (hrichmnd). For questions regarding the application process, please contact .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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