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Position DescriptionThe School of Financial Planning's Personal Finance Program in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a part-time adjunct 9-month remote instructor position. This position could start on December 15th, 2026.Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research, and service, with some variation by academic unit.
Position Description
The School of Financial Planning's Personal Finance Program in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a part-time adjunct 9-month remote instructor position. This position could start on December 15th, 2026.
Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research, and service, with some variation by academic unit.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
About the College
College of Health and Human Sciences
The College of Health and Human Sciences is comprised of 12 programs outside of the School of Financial Planning, including Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy; Counseling and Addiction Recovery Sciences; Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies; Family and Consumer Sciences Education; Restaurant, Hotel and Institutional Management; Retail Management; Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics; Human Sciences; Apparel Design and Manufacturing; Interior Design; Human Development and Family Sciences; and Early Childhood Education.
About the Department/School/Area
SCHOOL OF FINANCIAL PLANNING
The School of Financial Planning offers a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning and a B.S. in Applied Personal Finance. All PFP programs are registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. The APF program is registered with AFCPE.
An online major in Applied Personal Finance and a minor in the Studies of Personal Finance and other courses meet the financial literacy needs of Texas Tech students.
Enrollment of majors includes 168 Applied Personal Finance Majors and 107 Personal Finance minors.
Major/Essential Functions
Student Engagement, Assessment, and Communication (approx. 60%): Maintain a regular, active online presence; post announcements and facilitate discussions; respond to student inquiries within established timeframes (1 business day); and hold virtual office hours. Evaluate student assignments, exams, and projects; provide timely, constructive feedback; maintain an accurate gradebook; uphold academic integrity policies; and submit midterm and final grades by university deadlines. Monitor student…