Metropolitan State University of Denver · 4 months ago
Assistant Professor of Finance
Denver, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$116K/yr - $126K/yr
2+ years expMetropolitan State University of Denver is a model university serving a diverse student population and is seeking an Assistant Professor of Finance. The successful candidate will teach upper division finance classes, engage in professional development, conduct research, and participate in service activities within the department and university.
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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
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
Qualification
Required
A research-based Ph.D. degree in Finance or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution at the time employment begins in August 2026; or ABD candidates will be considered with evidence of completion of degree by start of contract
Candidates must meet the criteria described in the College of Business Faculty Qualifications policy for SA status at the time of hire
Preferred
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
Benefits
Medical
Vision and dental
Free RTD pass
Tuition reimbursement
Life and supplemental insurance plans
Retirement plans
Long-term disability (LTD) plan
Company
Metropolitan State University of Denver
The Metropolitan State University of Denver is a public university located in Denver, in the U.S. state of Colorado.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.1MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-09-28Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Jim Carpenter
Chief Financial Officer
Bob Amend
Interim Chief Academic and Administrative Officer
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