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Assistant Professor Of Finance (2 Positions)
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Position Number: 5027946
Location: Denver, CO
Position Type: Business - Finance

Assistant Professor Of Finance (2 Positions)

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Department
School of Business-Office

Position Summary

The Department of Finance at MSU Denver invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. These positions are nine-month, full-time tenure track appointments beginning August 2024. The successful candidates will be expected to teach upper division classes in corporate finance as well as undergraduate courses in the banking degree. In addition, these candidates will be required to engage in meaningful professional development activities as evidenced by production of intellectual contributions to be shared with the wider academic and professional communities. Further, the successful candidates will be expected to engage in service activities to benefit the department, college, and/or university.

In particular, the successful candidates for these positions will be expected to hold a Ph.D. in Finance with a strong emphasis in both corporate finance and banking, as evidenced by the graduate transcripts. Conducting and publishing research in the field of Banking and Financial Institutions is an expectation in this position. Courses taught can be expected to include Managerial Finance, Introduction to Banking, Banking Operations, Markets and Institutions.

The university's AACSB-accredited College of Business houses the departments of: Finance, Accounting, Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics, Economics, Management, and Marketing. The Department of Finance serves almost 400 majors who can choose specialized study in either general finance, financial services, banking, or real estate. For more information on the Department, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/finance/.

MSU Denver enrolls over 17,000 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), an INSIGHT into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award winner for 10 consecutive years, 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. Qualified candidates who possess a commitment to excellence in teaching, student advising, professional development/scholarship, intellectual contributions, and service in an inclusive and diverse environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

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. Normal course load in this position is four courses every semester, but a temporary reduction to 3+3 will be made available for the successful candidate's first year. 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 upper-division courses in corporate finance and have the ability to teach other courses in the Banking program as required to support that major.

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

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

Completed Ph.D. in Finance, with a strong emphasis in Corporate Finance and Banking coursework (ABD status considered)
Professional banking industry experience will be a plus
The ability to teach upper division corporate finance courses and the ability to document effective teaching and instruction in university-level courses
A documented track record of developing intellectual and scholarly contributions that have been shared with the wider academic community (or the demonstrated ability to develop such contributions)
Experience teaching in an online environment using Canvas or other similar learning management system

Salary for Announcement

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $115,000 - $125,000 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 February 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration, however applications will be accepted after this date until the position is lled. Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver , and search for JR101811.

Attach the following documents to your application:

Curriculum vitae
Letter of application
Unofficial graduate transcripts
A list of three professional references and their contact information

**Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume/cover letter submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Internal applicants must apply through their MSU Denver Workday Home page, searching 'Find Jobs'.

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

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative
Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email
trogowsk@msudenver.edu

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:

Employee Benefits Offerings

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 totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

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.

To apply, please visit: https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/MSUDenver/job/Denver-Colorado/Assistant-Professor-of-Finance_JR101811