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Associate/Full Professor, Entrepreneurship and Koch Endowed Chair

Daniels College of Business

The Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver (DU) invites applications for a full or associate professor tenure-track faculty position in Entrepreneurship, beginning fall 2017. Candidates may come from a range of business-related disciplines (e.g., management, marketing, finance, business law and business analytics) but must have research and teaching interests in entrepreneurship. The appointee will be a member of one of the academic departments at Daniels, will hold the Koch Endowed Chair, and is expected to work across disciplines and across the university on entrepreneurship-related activities. Academics holding a doctoral degree and qualified for tenure as either Associate or Full Professor will be considered.

The Chair was endowed in honor of Walter Koch, president of Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Company from 1952 through 1966.

DU is the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, with approximately 11,700 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. It is located in the city of Denver. The Denver metropolitan area is widely considered to be an important hub for entrepreneurial activity, and is quickly becoming one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the U.S. Census data shows that Denver's population includes 11.1% Black or African American, 31.7% Hispanic or Latino, 2.8% Asian American, and approximately 1% Native American residents. DU is classified as a Doctoral/Research University with high research activity. The Daniels College of Business is the one of the largest colleges within the University, with 1,800 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students. Daniels offers both undergraduate and master's degree programs. The University follows a 10-week quarter academic schedule.

The Daniels College of Business is widely recognized for its focus on business ethics. Founded in 1908 and continuously accredited by AACSB International since 1923, we transform lives, organizations and communities through educational experiences, outreach and knowledge creation. The University of Denver values inclusive excellence, a commitment by all constituents to create a transformative academic experience that embraces and engages diverse perspectives and communities. Faculty, staff, and students in our department actively contribute to these goals through scholarship, teaching, and service. For more information about inclusive excellence, please click here.

Daniels is proud to be among the top business schools nationally and internationally to receive recognition for its graduate and undergraduate programs from U.S. News & World Report, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Financial Times and Forbes.

Position Summary

Entrepreneurship represents an area of significant potential within the College and the University. Reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of entrepreneurship, we are open to applicants from all areas of business scholarship and all research methodologies. Maintenance of AACSB academic qualifications (Scholarly Academic) is required. The successful candidate is expected to be a thought leader within his or her academic field, and to engage in teaching, research and service activities related to entrepreneurship.

The appointee will help develop and teach graduate and undergraduate courses in entrepreneurship, including overseeing the entrepreneurship minor program at the undergraduate level, during the academic year which may include fall, winter, and/or spring quarters. Because of the administrative responsibilities, the teaching load will be reduced by one third to four courses per academic year. Depending on the background and expertise of the appointee, teaching in other discipline areas is also possible. The candidate will make scholarly contributions by regularly publishing in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals, and by presenting peer-reviewed work at appropriate academic conferences. Each Department and the College maintain lists of target journals and faculty are strongly encouraged to seek publication in those outlets.

The candidate will also provide leadership and representation at the University-level in entrepreneurship and to the business community, and will have ample opportunity to further his or her visibility and expertise. The appointee will work closely with members of the University's Project X-ITE as well as faculty and staff within the College, and across the University, to identify collaborations and generate interest and productivity in entrepreneurship. The candidate will serve the academic unit, the college, and the university at a level commensurate with the rank of full or associate professor. Candidates will possess the requisite personal characteristics and professional experience to provide dynamic leadership and strategic vision to the area of entrepreneurship. Tenure will be considered at time of hire.

Required Qualifications

 - Earned doctorate in business or related field.

 - Current or past tenured Associate or Full Professor at an accredited institution of higher education.

    - Demonstrated high quality record in research, teaching and service as appropriate to the level of associate or full professor.

 - Demonstrated ability to maintain AACSB Scholarly Academic qualification through quality scholarship.

 - Active membership in both academic and business associations/organizations.

 - Demonstrated commitment to the principles of multiculturalism, diversity and inclusive excellence.

 - Commitment to fostering and supporting student engagement in entrepreneurial activities.

 - Strong English communication skills (written and oral) and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

 - Five or more years of industry experience.

 - Prior academic leadership in developing or managing an entrepreneurship curriculum and external engagement.

 - Current or past editorial review board membership of one or more leading academic discipline-specific journals.

 - A record of partnership building with alumni, faculty, staff and students.

 - Demonstrated experience with the integration of ethics, social responsibility, and a global focus in teaching, research and service activities.

 - Substantive participation in university/division-wide projects and initiatives to promote multiculturalism/diversity/inclusive excellence.

 - Knowledge and experience with a variety of teaching methods and/or curricular perspectives to effectively engage diverse populations and learning styles.

 - Commitment to working with diverse student populations and communities.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on March 1, 2017, and continuing until the position is filled. The position is expected to begin September 1, 2017.

Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through http://www.du.edu/jobs to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please click New Resume/CV at the bottom of the page to begin application. Inquiries about this position may can be made to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Cindi Fukami at Cynthia.Fukami@du.edu.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. Cover letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. 2-3 recent scholarly papers

4. List of three individuals who can serve as confidential references

PLEASE NOTE: The online application system is limited to uploading 5 files total. Please combine content (clearly labeled) if necessary to upload all required content.

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, members of the LBGT community, people with disabilities and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

--Bahman