EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology Program, Questrom School of Business

Tracking Code6728 Job Description

Goals:

The Executive Director (ED) of the Master of Science in Mathematical Finance and Financial Technology (MSMFT) program is a quantitative finance specialist with dual knowledge of the academics and industry of quantitative finance. They leverage this knowledge to set strategies for admissions, student recruitment, and student career outcomes. This involves deciding where and how to prospect for MSMFT program applicants as well as identifying expanding markets for graduating students. They serve as an informed bridge between the academic program and the world of practice, enabling trusted and credible relationships that yield student internships and placement and build brand equity in the program.

Reporting Structure:

The ED reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Graduate Programs. They also work closely with the MSMFT Faculty Director (FD) and the Questrom Admissions staff attached to the MSMFT program. The Associate Director, Industry Outreach of the MSMFT program reports to the ED. The ED is a member of the MSMFT Program Development Committee (PDC). The ED (together with the Faculty Director) represents the MSMFT program and the Math Finance PDC in Questrom leadership discussions.

Responsibilities:

The ED engages activity in five contribution areas as follows and in order of importance and time spent.

• Industry outreach and development of job opportunities, in collaboration with the MSMFT Associate Director
• MSMFT admissions and student recruitment, in collaboration with the Questrom Admissions staff
• Student performance and experience, assisted by the Specialty Masters Center staff
• Curricular development in collaboration with the faculty director
• Program administration, operations, and strategy

Measures of Success Measurable end goals consider:

(1) quality and size of the applicant and admissions pool; (2) opportunities for internship and jobs; (2) the health and vitality of the MSMFT student community.

More specifically:

• Diversification of applicant pool to include new geographic and demographic growth targets
• Successful recruitment of qualified pool of students •Scope of identified opportunities for student internships and jobs
• Student satisfaction with the MSMFT Program and its faculty leadership
• Ongoing, active involvement of the Executive Director through advising and engagement in student- and Questrom-led events
• Obtain maximum student internship / summer project and full-time career outcomes
• Continue collaboration with other Financial Engineering executive directors on placement data reporting

The Questrom School of Business believes that the cultural and social diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our research and academic programs. To that, we are especially eager to have join our ranks a colleague who supports our institutional commitment to ensuring BU is inclusive, equitable, diverse, and a place where all constituents can thrive. The Questrom School of Business seeks to continue diversifying our faculty, student and staff ranks, recognizing that diversity of experience and thought deepens the intellectual endeavor.

Required Skills

Master's degree required; PhD preferred. Quantitative finance background required. Financial industry experience required. International business experience preferred. Higher education experience preferred. 8+ years of relevant experience necessary.

This position is eligible for Boston University's generous benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and so much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Location BOSTON, Massachusetts, United StatesPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular