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 16000 of Colorados 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 todays college students.
About the Department of Economics
The Department of Economics at Metropolitan State University of Denver provides students with a valuable economic education through diverse courses and opportunities. Our teaching-focused faculty are committed to meeting students interests and career goals through classroom instruction reading and discussion colloquia events and internships. While prioritizing teaching our faculty also actively engage in research publishing on a wide range of policy-relevant topics including immigration national defense foreign policy marijuana legalization environmental economics and institutional mechanisms to improve womens welfare. For more information about the Department of Economics in our AACSB-accredited College of Business please visit: Summary
The Department of Economics at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions.
Responsibilities
Teach 3 - 9 credit hours
Be available for consultation with students
Will work and interact with diverse groups of students faculty and staff
An affiliate faculty members duties may include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students preparing course materials and lesson plans grading student work providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner addressing student questions consistent with university college/school and department policies and providing online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment; providing instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and if required with department course coordination policies; and complying with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.
Required Qualifications
ABD or Ph.D. in Economics Applied Economics or Agri-Econ Economics within the last 6 years
Preferred Qualifications
ABD or Ph.D. within the last 6 years with record of at least one publication in a journal listed in ABDC or Cabells (less than 50%) or a refereed book chapter and at least one conference presentation
Terms of Employment
Affiliate faculty are part-time at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the Universitys benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment.
Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.
Salary for Announcement
The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy.
For more information please view pay rates under the College of Business: Affiliate-Rates-AY-25-26.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through MSU Denvers career site Complete applications will include the following materials:
Curriculum vitae
Copies of all unofficial graduate scripts
If ABD please provide email from advisor providing evidence that graduate student has ABD status or date of when graduate will defend their proposal
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.
Please submit questions to Dr. Alexandre Padilla Chair and Professor of Department of Economics at or .
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Open Until Filled
The Universitys 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) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.
For a brief overview please see: 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.
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.
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.
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