Assistant Professor - Finance HBBA, Niagara Falls

About the University The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is a digitally oriented institution located in historic downtown Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Position Title:

Assistant Professor– Finance HBBA

Location:

Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)

Work Arrangement:

Onsite hybrid, minimum 3 days per week

Reports To:

Associate Dean– HBBA

Minimum Hiring Salary:

$93,000 per year

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Economics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

A Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related discipline from accredited institutions.

At least five (5) years of professional experience in the financial industry.

At least five (5) years of experience teaching Finance or Financial Management courses in a post‑secondary environment, preferably at graduate level.

Subject matter expertise in corporate finance, financial modeling, investment analysis, and risk management.

Preferred: CFA, CPA, or another recognized professional finance designation.

Industry experience in banking, investment, FinTech, financial analytics, algorithmic trading, or AI in finance is an asset.

Demonstrated ability to integrate practical applications and case‑based learning into teaching.

Prior graduate‑level teaching experience in MBA or Master of Finance programs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate‑level Finance courses in both online and in‑person dual modalities, delivering flipped, traditional, and applied learning activities aligned with graduate expectations.

Contribute to course development and continuous program improvement, refining content, learning outcomes, assessments, and resources.

Supervise applied projects, capstone experiences, and experiential learning opportunities, providing guidance and evaluation.

Mentor graduate students from diverse backgrounds, supporting academic growth and inclusive learning environments.

Participate in program and institutional service through meetings, committees, and initiatives.

Engage with industry, community, and professional stakeholders to develop collaborations and partnerships that enhance applied learning opportunities.

Maintain an active scholarly and professional profile relevant to finance, integrating recent insights into teaching and supervision.

Competencies

Highly self‑motivated and directed.

Effective prioritization and decision‑making under high pressure.

Capability to handle diverse projects and changing priorities.

Strong presentation and interpersonal skills with empathy.

Professional manner with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.

Creative problem‑solving and sound judgment in sensitive matters.

Student‑centric and inclusive orientation.

Flexible willingness to work outside regular hours when required.

Benefits

Competitive base salary.

4 weeks of vacation.

Extensive paid time off, including annual birthday leave.

2 paid volunteer days.

Extended health and dental coverage; emergency medical travel assistance.

Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

Generous annual Wellness Spending Account (WSA).

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility UNF is committed to equity, diversity, inclusivity and accessibility. Racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others are encouraged to apply.

We also require that Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and the university will accommodate accessibility needs in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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