Kean University is a world-class, vibrant and diverse institution offering more than 50 undergraduate majors, 60-plus graduate options and six doctoral degree programs. Kean distinguishes itself through excellence in academics, strategic investments in both research and cultural facilities and initiatives and a commitment to the success of every student. Dedicated to preparing students for rewarding careers, lifelong learning and fulfilling lives, Kean offers a broad range of disciplines, the expertise of a diverse and world-savvy faculty and a student-centered learning environment and campus community. The University sits on three adjoining campus sites in Union County, New Jersey covering 180 acres, two miles from Newark Liberty International Airport and thirty minutes from New York City, with additional locations in Ocean County, New Jersey – Kean Ocean and Jefferson Township, New Jersey – Kean Skylands. Kean University also operates a unique, additional location in Wenzhou, China, where development of a full-scale campus is currently underway.
All open faculty positions are ten-month, full-time, tenure-track assignments at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective for the fall 2020 semester, unless otherwise indicated. Teaching assignments and related responsibilities may include day, evening, weekend and online courses.
Courses may be taught at the Union campus, Kean Ocean, Kean Skylands or other locations.
All tenure-track faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and an on-going program of research and publication or creative and performance activity. Participation in curriculum development, student advisement and service at the departmental/school, college, university and community level is also required. Interest or experience in using advanced instructional technologies to improve the teaching/learning process is highly desirable. All positions are subject to availability of funds, due to financial exigencies.
College of Business and Public Management
School of Accounting and Finance
Finance (Two Positions) – to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses including, but not limited to: Corporate Finance; International Business Finance; Preparation & Analysis Financial Statements; Investments; Derivatives; Financial Institutions and Markets; and Working Capital Management at the Union and Ocean campuses and provide student advisement. Candidate must have an on-going agenda for research and publication; perform outreach to the professional community; provide vision and guidance in finance education and in the profession; and support the University’s AACSB accreditation initiative.
Qualifications: Doctorate degree in Finance or a related field; teaching experience; and a strong interest in research is required. A Doctorate degree from an AACSB or EQUIS accredited institution is preferred. ABD considered with completion date by September 1, 2020. Relevant practical finance experience is desired.
Contact: Dr. Veysel Yucetepe, Executive Director, at acctjobs@kean.edu for all Accounting and Finance positions.
Application Information for All Positions
Please send cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references. Apply to the identified contact at the email address above. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Official transcripts for all degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required before appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Comprehensive benefits program included. Contingent on Budgetary Approval and Appropriated Funding.
