Assistant Professor of Finance

DepartmentSchool of Business-Office

About MSU Denver

MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.

About the Department of Finance

The Department of Finance upholds values that align with the broader mission of the university, emphasizing community, accessibility, diversity, respect, and excellence. Our collaborative team is comprised of eight full-time faculty members, alongside a skilled group of professional staff and part-time adjunct faculty. We serve almost 400 majors and offer undergraduate degrees in Finance, Real Estate, and Banking, as well as a Personal Financial Planning Certificate. Our approach integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources.

Position Summary

The Department of Finance at MSU Denver invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. This position is a nine-month, full-time tenure track appointment beginning August 2025.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach upper division classes in finance. In addition, this candidate will be required to engage in meaningful professional development activities as evidenced by the production of intellectual contributions to be shared with the wider academic and professional communities. Further, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in service activities to benefit the department, college, and/or university.

In particular, the successful candidates for this position will be expected to hold a Ph.D. in Finance as evidenced by the graduate transcripts. Conducting research in the field of Finance is an expectation in this position. 

MSU Denver has a robust mentoring program for tenure-track faculty. The candidate will be enrolled in the Roadrunner Faculty Academy during their first year. This is a year-long course designed to support new faculty navigate faculty life and thrive in teaching, scholarly activity and service.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to teach according to university specified polices using a variety of instructional modes and courses that fit the needs of the department. the successful. Consistently high levels of teaching performance, as evidenced by student ratings of instruction will be a key consideration in reappointment. The successful candidate for this position will be expected to teach courses in finance.

The successful candidate will be expected to engage in activities that enhance the faculty member’s knowledge base and skill set, are shared with the wider academic community, and result in the cultivation of new concepts and material that can then be delivered in the classroom. Such intellectual contributions are expected in this position and will be a key condition of reappointment. 

Required Qualifications

• A research-based Ph.D. degree in Finance from a full-time AACSB-accredited institution or ABD candidates will be considered with evidence of completion of degree by start of contract (mid-August 2025)
• Candidates must meet the criteria described in the College of Business Faculty Qualifications policy for SA or PA status at the time of hire. These classifications are explained in detail in the document linked here: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/CBUS-Policy-on-Faculty-Qualifications-2-4-22-Final.pdf

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach upper-division finance courses, with at least two years of documented success in high-level university teaching
• Professional certifications, CFP preferred
• Recent industry experience in personal financial planning, wealth management, or investment
• Established record of scholarly contributions or demonstrated potential to produce intellectual work that contributes to the academic community
• Experience in online teaching, utilizing platforms such as Canvas or other similar learning management systems.

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $114,000 - $124,000 at Assistant Professor rank. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site,

https://msudenver.wd1.myworkday jobs.com/MSUDenver and search for JR103183. Click on Apply to submit the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of application/cover letter
• Unofficial graduate transcripts. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
• Names and contact information for three references

Deadline

Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting RepresentativeTanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email[email protected]Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.