Professor and Director- Actuarial Science & Risk Management

University of Illinois System Offices • Urbana, IL

114d • $135,000 - $240,000

About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is opening a search for the new Director of the Actuarial Science and Risk Management (ASRM) Program. The position will be a full-time, tenured faculty position at the rank of Professor and offers a unique opportunity for a distinguished scholar and academic leader to shape the future of one of the nation's top programs in actuarial science and risk management. Outstanding candidates may be considered for an endowed position. Illinois has long been recognized as a national leader in actuarial science. The ASRM program benefits from strong industry partnerships, outstanding student outcomes, continued institutional investment, and an engaged alumni and professional network. This leadership transition comes at a pivotal moment: ASRM has grown into a dynamic and interdisciplinary unit serving over 300 students across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, and is currently undergoing the approval process to become an independent academic unit within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences affirms its role as a leading liberal arts and sciences college and engine of social mobility that serves the population in the State of Illinois and welcomes students and scholars from around the world. We value applicants who have a demonstrated commitment to working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and identities through their research, teaching or service. The Director will provide visionary leadership to further elevate ASRM's national and international profile and advance its mission in research, teaching, and service.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in actuarial science, statistics, risk management and insurance, finance, data science, or a closely related field
• Must qualify for a tenured appointment at the rank of Full Professor
• A record of nationally and internationally recognized scholarship
• Proven experience in academic leadership and service
• Demonstrated teaching competence
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A compelling vision for advancing the unit's educational and research missions

Responsibilities

• Overseeing faculty recruitment and development
• Promoting academic excellence and curricular innovation
• Managing financial planning and budgetary priorities
• Fostering interdisciplinary collaborations across campus and with industry partners
• Teaching effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Establishing and maintaining an active and independent research program
• Providing service to the department, the university and the profession

Benefits

• Competitive benefits portfolio
• Work-life balance and family-friendly programs
• Active and successful dual-career partner placement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree