About the role
Position Summary
Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University seeks dynamic individuals to teach undergraduate courses in Finance at our Wilf (Washington Heights) or Beren (Midtown) campuses.
Strong candidates would have earned a doctoral degree (ABDs considered) in Finance or related disciplines, teaching experience of 3 years or more, and an active research agenda or professional business experience.
Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University seeks to enhance our students’ professional and personal development through highly personalized and engaged learning experiences. Our small class size, teaching and mentoring philosophy, and core values of study, reflection, community, and service create a distinctive experiential learning environment for our students.
Position Responsibilities
- Teach up to two undergraduate Finance courses in-person up to twice a week.
- Contribute to the school through scholarly inquiry, resulting in publications and service to the university.
Experience & Educational Background
- A doctoral degree from an AACSB-accredited institution with expertise in Finance or related disciplines.
- Have a record of publications and/or an active research agenda.
- Candidates with professional corporate experience are encouraged to apply.
Candidates without a doctoral degree are encouraged to apply if:
- They are pursuing their doctoral degree in one of the fields above, or they have a master's degree in one of the fields above and at least five years of professional experience in the industry.
- Prior college-level teaching experience of 3 years or more. High teaching evaluation scores are preferred.
- Have a record of publications and/or an active research agenda (optional).
Application Instructions
Please include:
- A cover letter addressing the qualifications.
- Recent students' evaluations for in-person instruction.
- One recommendation letter from a current or former supervisor.
Applications will be reviewed as received. This position is to commence in Spring 2026.
Salary Range
$10,000 – $12,000 per course
About Us
The Sy Syms School of Business, an AACSB-accredited business school, offers business programs for undergraduate and graduate men and women. It was established in 1987 through major gifts by Sy Syms, then a member of Yeshiva University’s Board of Trustees, and other business leaders. The school offers the unique combination of a complete business curriculum along with Yeshiva University’s Jewish studies component. To learn more about the Sy Syms School of Business, please visit our website: https://www.yu.edu/syms
Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.
SSSB will have a number of adjunct positions available for the spring semester, and we invite all applicants who will find a welcoming home at Yeshiva University.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.