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Stanford University

Initiative for Financial Decision-Making
Lecturer Position in Financial Literacy and Decision-Making

JOE ID Number: 2025-01_111475960
Date Posted: 08/20/2025
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Lecturer Position in Financial Literacy and Decision-Making
Section: US: Other Academic (Part-time or Adjunct)
Location: Palo Alto, California, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: A -- General Economics and Teaching
Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Dean’s Office at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University, in collaboration with the Stanford Initiative for Financial Decision Making (IFDM), is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time academic staff – teaching (Lecturer) position.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in personal finance at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

These courses cover topics such as the basics of financial literacy and how individuals make financial decisions in areas such as saving, budgeting, credit use, insurance, and investing. The curriculum is designed to equip students with rigorous knowledge to navigate today’s complex financial landscape.

The Lecturer will also contribute to the design and development of teaching materials for various programs aligned with the mission of IFDM, covering personal finance, household finance, and financial education. This position will also serve as the focal point for a network of college/university instructors teaching personal finance.

The position is for a 1-year fixed-term with the possibility of renewal. A PhD in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline is required. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching in a college or graduate-level setting. Experience in course design and pedagogy is also highly valued.

To learn more about the Stanford Initiative for Financial Decision Making, please visit: https://ifdm.stanford.edu.

Application Requirements:
  • Application Instructions Below
  • Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Application deadline: 12/31/2025
Reference Instructions:
Candidates should submit their information via email to stanfordifdm@stanford.edu. In addition to the CV and cover letter, attach the following materials:

Teaching evaluations, if available
Three letters of recommendation addressing qualifications and experience in teaching.
Application Instructions:
Candidates should submit their applications via email to stanfordifdm@stanford.edu and attach the following materials:

1. CV
2. A cover letter describing teaching experience and qualifications for the position
3. Teaching evaluations, if available
4. Three letters of recommendation addressing qualifications and experience in teaching.