DEPARTMENT
Marketing
By applying to this posting, you are entering an applicant pool for affiliate
faculty. Screening of applicants will take place when positions come available.
The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions
varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program. As
such, not everyone in the applicant pool for this position will be contacted
and/or selected to teach.
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 [https://www.msudenver.edu/] is a model university for
today’s college students.
Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution
[https://www.msudenver.edu/diversity/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.
At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE [https://www.msudenver.edu/cadre/]
values: Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to
create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are
valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education,
fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we
provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our
students, faculty, and staff.
Position Summary
The Department of Marketing at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU
Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching
positions. Assigned affiliate class sections can be in person or online.
For more information about the Department of Marketing in our AACSB-accredited
College of Business, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/marketing
[https://www.msudenver.edu/marketing/].
Responsibilities
* Teach 3 - 9 credit hours. While courses to be taught are primarily Principles
of Marketing, courses could also include International Marketing, Consumer
Behavior, and other marketing courses. Assigned affiliate class sections can
be in person or online. Limited need for highly qualified instructors to
teach marketing courses in the MBA program
* Participate in program assessment activities, as assigned
* Be available for consultation with students
* Will work and interact with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff
An affiliate faculty member’s 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
* Completion of a Master’s degree in the field in which the faculty member is
assigned to teach.
* Professional experience that is current at the time of hire, that has been
substantial in terms of duration and level of responsibility, and that
clearly links to the field in which the faculty member is expected to teach.
Normally, this experience is no less than ten consecutive years with
increasing levels of responsibility and supervisory experience.
* To teach graduate classes, normally the professional work experience is no
less than twenty consecutive years and has resulted in accomplishing
increased levels of responsibility, with senior-level administrative
responsibilities.
* If the Master’s degree is outside the field in which the faculty member is
assigned to teach, there is an increased expectation for substantial
professional work experience in the discipline.
Affiliate faculty members have the responsibility of maintaining professional
qualification. For the College of Business Faculty Qualifications policy
criteria, please see:
https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/College-of-Business-Faculty-Qualifications-Policy.pdf
[https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/College-of-Business-Faculty-Qualifications-Policy.pdf].
Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of quality teaching in higher education
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 University’s
benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and
enrollment.
Salary for Announcement
The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate
determined by university policy.
Rate of pay per credit hour assignment can be between $1233 - $1512.
For more information, you may view pay rates here: Affiliate Rates
[https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-2027-Academic-Year-Affiliate-Faculty-Pay-Scale.pdf].
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site,
https://www.msudenver.edu/careers [https://www.msudenver.edu/careers]. Complete
applications will include the following materials:
* Curriculum vitae
* Cover letter
* Copies of all unofficial transcripts
* A list of three professional references and their contact information
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 direct questions to Dr. Sally Baalbaki-Yassine, Department Chair and
Professor of Marketing at baalbaki@msudenver.edu.
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
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
access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website
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learn more.
For a brief overview, please see:
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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
[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.