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Department

School of Business-Office

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado's extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado , the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

About the Department of Finance

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 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 to begin August 2026. This position is a nine-month, full-time tenure track appointment. 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 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 candidate 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 Academ y during their rst 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. 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 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. These classifications are explained in detail in the document linked here : Faculty Qualifications Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to our Department and the University.

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this faculty position is $116,000 - $126,000 at Assistant Professor rank. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, specialty and training, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more.

Instructions to Apply

To apply, complete an application online through our career site : https : / / www.msudenver.edu / careers and search for JR104475.

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member, please upload the following four (4) required materials :

Due to volume of applications received, only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume / Cover letter section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded; you may combine all documents into one pdf file if needed.

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

Deadline

Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received through Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 11 : 59 PM MST.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email

trogowsk@msudenver.edu

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 accessto 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 totalrewards@msudenver.edu .

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

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.