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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Lee Assistant/Associate Professor of Insurance & Risk Management, Lee Business School [R0152913].

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Ph.D. in Finance (or a closely related field) from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

• For consideration at the rank of Assistant Professor: Candidates must demonstrate strong potential for impactful research resulting in publication in leading academic journals and teaching effectiveness at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Evidence may include a pipeline of high-quality working papers, publications in reputable journals, and effective teaching evaluations.

• For consideration at the rank of Associate Professor: Candidates must have an established record of scholarly achievement commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at a research-intensive university. This includes a portfolio of publications in leading insurance-and-risk-management and related journals, demonstrated teaching excellence, and a record of service contributions to the department, school, university, or profession. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of national or international recognition in their field and the ability to contribute to the department’s continued growth and reputation.

 

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Research interests that strengthen the department's existing focus areas, particularly in risk management, insurance markets, insurance economics, actuarial science, or related fields.

• Demonstrated ability or interest in teaching courses in risk management, insurance, and finance at multiple levels (undergraduate, graduate, and potentially Ph.D.).

• Experience or interest in engaging with industry partners, insurance professionals, or regulators through outreach, executive education, or professional certificate programs.

• Potential to contribute to the development of the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management and to enhance the visibility of the department in the field.

• Commitment to mentoring students and supporting the launch and growth of the department’s upcoming Ph.D. program.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

 

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Percy Poon, Search Committee Chair.

 

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

 

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact [email protected] for support.

 

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected].

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

 

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified,  HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.  

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.

 

Please see attached for Profile of the University, Lee Business School, and the Department of Finance; Benefits and Perks; EEO/AA, Title IX, and Safety & Security Statments; and more.