Assistant Professor of Management (Entrepreneurship)

DepartmentManagement

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 Management

As one of six departments in the University’s AACSB-accredited College of Business, the Department of Management houses the Entrepreneurship Center and International Business Programs and is home to 15 full-time faculty members. Each of the faculty members brings significant experience to the management, international business, entrepreneurship, human resource and/or operations management degree programs that the Department offers. The Department is known for the collegiality that exists among its members. 

Position Summary

MSU Denver's Department of Management invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty member to teach primarily in the area of Entrepreneurship, in addition to teaching other courses offered by the Management Department. This is a nine-month faculty appointment beginning August 2025.

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 selected candidate for this nine-month appointment will be expected to teach 12 credit hours per semester beginning in August 2025. Teaching responsibilities will involve primarily entrepreneurship-related courses and other management courses as needed. Qualified candidates who possess a commitment to excellence in teaching, collaboration with colleagues, student advising, professional development/scholarship, intellectual contributions, and service in an inclusive and diverse environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Teaching involves activities that impart knowledge and critical thinking skills to students. It includes preparing for courses assigned, assessing student progress, conducting curricular review, curricular development and program review, teaching online and on-campus classes, using appropriate technology, inclusive teaching practices & pedagogies, and experience working the students from diverse backgrounds. Entrepreneurship curricula at MSU Denver have a strong emphasis on experiential learning.

Advising involves activities specifically directed to assist the student in choosing career options, selecting a degree program, successfully completing his/her degree, obtaining employment or graduate school placement, and keeping informed of University policies.

Scholarly activity is a process which includes activities that brings enrichment to the faculty member and the profession and results in new material that can be presented to students and are related to the faculty member’s assigned responsibilities. Intellectual contribution expectations for Scholarly Academic (SA) designation includes a Doctorate Degree with 5 intellectual or scholarly contributions during a 5-year period. Three must be intellectual contributions, two of which are articles in a preferred peer-reviewed journal. ABD and recent doctorate graduates (less than five years) require no intellectual contributions for hiring but must meet the SA or Practicing Academic (PA) requirements within five years of degree. For details, see College of Business Faculty Qualification Policy at https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/College-of-Business-Faculty-Qualifications-Policy.pdf

Service involves contributions to the University at any level, the community, and/or professional organizations.

Required Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Entrepreneurship, Management, Business Administration, or related field. ABD candidates are welcome to apply, but the expectation is that the degree will be conferred prior to the start date in August 2025
• Related entrepreneurial experience through activities such as: founding or owning a business or non-profit venture, consulting activities with startup ventures or small businesses, activities working with, coaching or advising entrepreneurs, etc.
• Meet the College of Business Faculty Qualification Policy criteria to be classified as either SA or PA (as outlined above). For details, see College of Business Faculty Qualifications Policy at https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/College-of-Business-Faculty-Qualifications-Policy.pdf

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with inclusive teaching practices and culturally responsive pedagogies, working with students from diverse backgrounds, and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups
• A research based doctoral degree in Entrepreneurship, Management, or Business Administration or business-related field from an AACSB accredited (or equivalent) university
• A record of recent refereed publications or other intellectual contributions in Entrepreneurship-related fields
• Previous college teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
• Relationships with community based entrepreneurial resources or organizations
• Experience with social impact business, sustainable business, and/or social entrepreneurship

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $112,000 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

Complete applications received by October 6, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration, however, applications will be accepted after this date until the position is filled.

Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver and search for JR102950. Click on Apply to submit the following required materials:

1. Curriculum vitae

2. Letter of application to include the following:

• A description of your teaching interests and their alignment with entrepreneurship. This should also include a discussion of your teaching philosophy and approach.
• A statement addressing your commitment to supporting and promoting an equitable and inclusive educational environment both in and out of the classroom.
• A statement addressing your research interests and plans for future intellectual contributions.

3. Unofficial graduate transcripts

4. A list of three professional references and their contact information

5. Student evaluations/ratings of instruction

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

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.