Professor of Practice

2 days ago

Lubbock, United States Texas Tech University Full time
Professor of Practice (All Ranks) - Finance

39478BR

Rawls College of Business

Position Description

The Area of finance in the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Professor of Practice (all ranks) to begin Fall 2025.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

The Jerry S. Rawls College of Business Administration is AACSB accredited and houses the School of Accounting that holds separate AACSB accreditation. The college offers the BBA degree with majors in accounting, energy commerce, finance, information technology, management, marketing, and supply chain management. Several formats of the MBA program are offered in full-time, weekend, and online modalities in Lubbock, the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Houston, and San Antonio. The College offers MS degrees in accounting, data science, finance, and marketing research and analytics. A Ph.D. in business administration is offered with tracks in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, and marketing. With a faculty of over 140 and a staff that exceeds 80, the college enrolls over 5,000 undergraduate and 800 graduate students.

About the Department/School/Area

The Finance Area is one of six academic units, serving over 1,400 undergraduate majors. It encompasses the Excellence in Banking Program, offering a certificate in Commercial Banking; the Texas Tech Real Estate Center and Real Estate Program, which provide a certificate in Commercial Real Estate; and additional certificates in Investment Management and Corporate Risk Management & Insurance. With 22 full-time and emeritus faculty members, the department is dedicated to teaching excellence and advancing high-quality academic research within a collaborative environment. The Finance Area provides outstanding support for faculty research, teaching, and student engagement.

Major/Essential Functions

At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

As a faculty member in the Area of Finance, you will be expected to:

  • Deliver undergraduate and master's level courses in real estate and finance.
  • Contribute to the research initiatives of the Texas Tech Center for Real Estate.
  • Publish scholarly and industry-focused research on real estate topics.
  • Provide mentorship and actively engage with students in the real estate certificate program.
  • Support the industry engagement activities of the Texas Tech Center for Real Estate.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

  • PhD in Finance or Real Estate
  • Demonstrated academic research program to maintain AACSB Scholarly Academic qualification standards
  • Established or emerging research expertise in Real Estate.
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching across both in-person and online formats..

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

  • Strong dedication to student engagement and mentorship.
  • Demonstrated passion for building and maintaining industry connections.
  • Proven record of excellence in teaching.

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the following documents in your applications:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Job Market Paper
  • List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Laura Cardella, Search Committee Chair at laura.cardella@ttu.edu.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

NonTenure track

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800

Applications must be received by

01/06/2025

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