Assistant Professor of Finance

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Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number F00792 Position Title Assistant Professor of Finance Position Number F00647 Salary for Announcement

The salary for this position is approximately $116,000 at Assistant Professor level. 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.

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting. MSU Denver offers a full benefits package.

Employee Category Faculty-CAT I Department Finance EClass Code Full time faculty - 9 mo with benefits Position Summary

The Department of Finance at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) is conducting a search for a full-time, tenure track position to begin January 2022. MSU Denver is a comprehensive, urban institution that provides students from all walks of life and circumstances an opportunity for an education leading to a degree and a productive life. Founded in 1965, the University's current enrollment is nearly 20,000 students.

This position is a full-time tenure track position created to support the newly approved real estate degree. The successful candidate will be expected to teach upper division undergraduate courses in real estate finance while engaging in meaningful professional development activities as evidenced by production of intellectual contributions to be shared with the wider academic and professional communities, as well as engaging in service activities that benefit the Department, College, and/or University. In particular, the successful candidate for this position will be expected to demonstrate a track record in the real estate industry, possess experience in teaching real estate related courses, and/or hold appropriate professional real estate certifications.

MSU Denver's mission is to provide a high quality, accessible, enriching education that prepares students for successful careers, post-graduate education, and life-long learning in a multicultural, global, and increasingly technological society. To fulfill its mission, MSU Denver engages and mirrors the community at large in scholarly inquiry, creative activity, and the application of knowledge. The College of Business houses six academic departments: 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. The financial services curriculum is registered with CFP Board of Standards, and graduates may qualify (depending on their coursework) to sit for the national certification exam upon graduation.

The University is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and have demonstrated a commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

Duties/Responsibilities

Teaching

The successful candidate will normally be expected to teach four sections of upper-division, undergraduate finance courses for each of the Fall & Spring semesters, which will normally involve 2-3 unique class preps. A candidate who also teaches in the MBA program will reduce the expected teaching load to three courses for that semester. 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 real estate and have the ability to teach courses in other disciplines within the College of Business.

Professional Development

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 have a minimum of a MS in Real Estate or a related field
* Candidates must meet the criteria described in the College of Business Faculty Qualification policy at the time of hire for either SA, SP, IP, or SP status (as defined by the University). These classifications are explained in detail in the Faculty Qualification Document linked here:

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will have:

* Professional experience in the field of real estate, with a minimum of five years of industry experience
* Related professional Real Estate certifications
* The ability to teach upper division courses in other departments within the College of Business
* The ability to document a minimum of three years of successful high-level teaching experience at the University level
* 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 based on previous work experience
* Experience teaching in an online environment, especially using the Canvas delivery system

Posting date 08/31/2021 Closing date Closing Instructions Open Until Filled To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) 09/20/2021 Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications received by September 20, 2021 at 11:59 pm will receive full consideration. You must apply via the online application system, .

IMPORTANT: In order for an applicant to be considered for the position, the applicant must have a complete file with the following:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae or Resume

3. References. References refers to a list of three professional references and their contact information.

4. Unofficial Transcripts. If you do not have unofficial transcripts at the time you apply, you must upload them by the full consideration date of September 20, 2021 at 11:59 pm.

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

The health and safety of students, faculty, staff and our prospective teammates are our highest priority and as an institution, we are required to have proof of vaccination on file for all employees.

MSU Denver is requiring all employees to provide proof of being fully vaccinated for Covid-19, or to submit an exemption and be subject to following the Covid-19 safety protocols. As an employee of MSU Denver, an exemption or lack of proof of vaccination will require you to submit to weekly Covid-19 testing starting the week of August 23, 2021. Additionally, all institutions on campus are requiring that masks be worn indoors regardless of your vaccinations status.

Talent Team Representative Tanya Rogowsky Talent Team Representative E-mail 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 Offering

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 50% first generation students and over 45% 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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume or Curriculum Vitae
* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
* References

Optional Documents

* Unofficial Transcripts

Supplemental Questions

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