Part-Time Lecturer – Financial Mathematics Program
The University of Chicago’s Department of Mathematics invites applications for the position of Part-Time Lecturer to teach in the In-person Master of Science in Financial Mathematics (MSFM) program and/or the Online MSFM program, in one of the following areas:
- Commodities
- Crypto and Smart Contracts
- Financial Computing
- Fixed Income
- Machine Learning
- Options and Derivatives
- Risk Management
- Trading and Market-Making
The program and class(es) that selected candidates will teach during their first term will be determined as part of the interview process, and taking into consideration the candidate’s background, qualifications, and preferences.
Courses are held for five (50-unit) or nine (100-unit) weeks during each academic quarter, with the sixth or tenth week for a final project or exam.
For the In-person program, instruction is expected to be primarily in person, with some limited opportunities to offer remote or hybrid sessions. Courses can meet in the daytime (meeting twice a week for a total of three hours) or in the evening (meeting once a week for a total of three hours). For the Online program, instruction is delivered remotely. Courses meet in the evening (once a week for a total of three hours). The exact day(s)/time(s) for either modality is determined in consultation with the part-time lecturer.
This position is part-time and is not benefits eligible. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the U.S.
Pay Range
Compensation is paid on a per-course basis in the teaching quarter(s). The per-course payment range by modality and units is as follows:
- In-person modality: $17,500-$22,500 for 50-unit courses, $35,000-$45,000 for 100-unit courses
- Online modality: $7,500-$12,500 for 50-unit courses; $15,000-$25,000 for 100-unit courses
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- One of the following:
- a master’s degree in a related field
- a bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in the specific course area
Preferred qualifications:
- a doctorate in a related field
- five years of teaching experience, as an instructor of record, in a professional graduate degree program at a University
- five years of professional experience in the specific course area
Instructors of remotely taught courses must be in the United States when teaching for the program, specifically in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Utah, Virginia, or Wisconsin for tax purposes. Remote instructors must be able to perform their responsibilities from a remote location, and their remote work arrangements are their responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, an adequate internet connection and an adequate working space."
Application Instructions
Apply online at the University of Chicago Academic Careers website at http://apply.interfolio.com/169796. Review of applications will begin on July 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Required materials:
- CV,
- cover letter,
- list of three references,
- sample course syllabus.
Optional materials: teaching evaluations from past courses taught.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
Clinical Professor (open rank), Master of Science in Financial Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics invites applications for the position of Clinical Professor (open rank) for the Master of Science in Financial Mathematics. The selected candidate will be appointed as Assistant Clinical Professor, Associate Clinical Professor, or Clinical Professor, depending on qualifications.
The appointment will be full-time and for a term of up to three years, which may be renewed with no limit on the number of terms. The expected start date is on or around February 1, 2026. This is a nine-month, career-track position with competitive salary and benefits.
The Master of Science in Financial Mathematics (FinMath) is a professional graduate program within the Department of Mathematics at The Clinical Professor (open rank), Master of Science in Financial MathematicsUniversity of Chicago. As a pioneer in the field of quantitative finance, we have had the honor of shaping some of the brightest minds in the financial industry today. Bringing together top-performing students from around the world and highly accomplished faculty, FinMath prepares students for success in a variety of careers in quantitative finance. Beginning in January 2026, FinMath will launch an online modality to deliver the same high-quality educational experience of its in-person degree, designed specifically for remote students. Learn more about the Master of Science in Financial Mathematics at https://finmath.uchicago.edu/.
Position responsibilities include teaching 400 units per year, advising three student research projects per year in the FinMath Project Lab Course, and teaching one pre-program course per year. Administrative responsibilities include supporting curricular development and instructor recruitment for both in-person and online modalities, serving as a member of the executive committee for program admissions, and supporting the growth of program specializations, particularly in AI and non-degree offerings.
This position is benefits eligible. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/.
Salary Range
Assistant Clinical Professor: $180,000-$210,000; Associate Clinical Professor: $210,000-$240,000; Clinical Professor: $240,000-$270,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment. Individuals may be eligible for additional work for additional pay.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
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A PhD and at least 3 years of professional experience,
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OR a master's degree and at least 6 years of professional experience
Preferred qualifications:
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Teaching experience within a university or corporate training environment for professional education
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago Jobs website: http://apply.interfolio.com/176625. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.
The following materials are required:
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Curriculum vitae
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Cover letter
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Statement of teaching philosophy and curricular development experience
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A list of three references, including name, title, organization, and email address
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Sample syllabus for a class the applicant has taught before, or would be interested in teaching
Optional materials:
- Teaching evaluations from past courses taught
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834- 3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.