Careers at Yeshiva University

Position Summary:      

Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University is seeking dynamic individuals to teach courses in the following areas: Finance, Management, Accounting, and Information Decision Systems for our online MBA program as well as our in person undergraduate program.

Strong candidates would have an earned doctoral degree (ABDs considered) in the relevant discipline, 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 the professional and personal development of our students through highly personalized and engaged learning experiences.

We currently offer an online MBA program with courses in various concentrations areas.  At the undergraduate level concentrations include accounting, finance, management, Business and Data Analytics, and marketing. 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 courses either in-person twice a week (undergraduate program) or asynchronously online in a 7-weeks module structure for graduate programs.

Experience & Educational Background:

• Doctoral degree from an AACSB accredited institution with expertise in one or more of the above mentioned areas preferred. 
• High teaching evaluation scores
• Prior college level teaching experience of 3 years or more – online and in person
• Have a record of publications and/or an active research agenda (optional)
• Candidates with professional corporate experience are strongly encouraged to apply

Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of the subject area (e.g., Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, etc.).
• Understanding of teaching theories and methods, including active learning, flipped classrooms, and online instruction.
• Ability to design, revise, and update curriculum content to reflect current trends and research.
• Skills in designing assessments that effectively measure student learning.
• Competence in using educational technologies (e.g., Learning Management Systems like Canvas, video conferencing tools, and digital collaboration tools).

Application Instructions:

• Please include a Resume/CV with your application, as well as a cover letter addressing the qualifications.
• For further questions on the application process, please contact linda.driver@yu.edu for MBA program questions
• Applications will be reviewed as received.
• Currently, this position is to commence spring 2025

Salary Range:

About Us:       

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. 

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve.  We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:           

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.