Clinical Professor (open rank), Master of Science in Financial Mathematics
Company: The University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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, with rank determined by
qualifications. This is a nine-month, career-track position with
competitive salary and benefits. 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 as early
as May 1, 2026 or as late as October 1, 2026. The Master of Science
in Financial Mathematics (FinMath) is a professional graduate
program within the Department of Mathematics at The University 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. The University of Chicago offers a
wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible
employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the
Benefits Guidebook . Minimum Qualifications: A PhD and at least 3
years of professional experience OR a master's degree and at least
6 years of professional experience Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience within a university or corporate training
environment for professional education
Keywords: The University of Chicago, Naperville , Clinical Professor (open rank), Master of Science in Financial Mathematics, Education / Teaching , Chicago, Illinois
