Clinical Lecturer Entrepreneurship (78951)

Job description

The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Iona University invites applications for a Clinical Lecturer position in Entrepreneurship to begin in Fall 2026 as a non-tenure track long term renewable contractual appointment.

The Clinical Lecturer position is a 10-month faculty position that includes teaching 24 credits each academic year (fall and spring semesters) service to the Hynes Institute and the university and requires a commitment to ongoing professional engagement.

Iona University and the Hynes Institute emphasize teaching teaching responsibilities include various course offerings at the Hynes Institute especially: Introduction to Entrepreneurship & Innovation Business Modeling and capstone courses.

In addition to the responsibilities of a Clinical Lecturer noted above the position includes serving as the GaelVentures Summer Incubator Manager. The responsibilities include the planning recruitment and day to day operations of the in person 6 week summer incubator program at GaelVentures (748 North Ave) starting (preferably) in summer 2026. The summer incubator program ordinarily runs from the beginning of June to mid-July (Mo through Thu; 9 AM to 5 PM). Compensation for the incubator manager role includes a $15000 summer stipend in addition to the Clinical Lecturer salary. The stipend is subject to annual review and renewal based on funding availability and demonstrated program success.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Applications should include a cover letter a current CV a teaching statement and a list of three professional references with their email contact information.

Required Qualifications

• An MBA/MS from an accredited institution.
• At least five years of professional experience in starting and/or operating a business or non-profit organization.
• Experience in leading people programs or organizational units in an entrepreneurial or innovation driven environment with responsibility for mentoring staff development or team leadership.
• Demonstrate teaching excellence at the collegiate level.
• Evidence that the candidate can meet and sustain the colleges AACSB faculty qualification requirements for Instructional Practitioner status at a minimum. AACSB defines instructional practitioners as faculty who have normally attained a masters degree related to their field of teaching; have professional experience substantial in duration and responsibility at the time of hire; and who sustain currency and relevancy through continued professional experience and engagement related to their professional background and experience in their field of teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating or working with business incubation and/or start up support programs/organizations.
• Successful track record of securing external funding to support their business or organization.

Salary Range

$80000.00 to $83000.00 Salary/year (plus summer stipend for Summer Incubator Manager role).

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About the Hynes Institute

The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovationwas established in 2017 through a record-setting $15 million gift from James P. Hynes 69 01H and Anne Marie Hynes. It is anaward winninginterdisciplinary program that fosters the development of creativity leadership and entrepreneurship skills critical for success in a global economy. The Hynes Institute offers two undergraduate majors aBachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Leadershipanda Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship as well as anadvanced certificate in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Located at the center of campus the Hynes Institute is housed in a3800-square-foot state-of-the-art coworking spaceoffering a modern and sustainable home for creativity on campus and addition the Hynes Institute operates its GaelVentures Community Incubator at 748 North Avenue.

About Iona/EEO Statement:

Founded in 1940 Iona University is a private Catholic coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan with campuses in New Rochelle Bronxville and a new location in County Mayo Ireland. With over 4000 students Iona offers small classes engaged faculty and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science the LaPenta School of Business (AACSB accredited) the NewYork Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review The Wall Street Journal Forbes and U.S. News & World Report Iona is nationally ranked for academic qualitysocial mobility and long term return on investment. The Universitys continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence innovation service and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates ofall backgrounds