Management Affiliate Instructor

Position Summary

The Department of Management at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) is inviting applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The role requires teaching between 3 and 9 credit hours per semester in general management, entrepreneurship, operations/production, human resources, or international business.

• Teach 3–9 credit hours in the designated areas.
• Deliver course content in person or online, develop lesson plans, and grade student work.
• Provide timely and robust feedback to students and address their questions in line with university and department policies.
• Offer academic support in person or online as needed for the assignment.
• Provide instruction consistent with course learning objectives and the syllabus.
• Comply with university student evaluation and peer observation policies.
• Adapt teaching methods to new instructional modalities.
• Engage with and support a diverse student population.

• Master’s degree in Management or a related field.
• Meet the College of Business Faculty Qualification Policy as either SP or IP (see College of Business Faculty Qualification Policy).

• Doctorate in a management‑related field, or dissertation complete with defense pending.
• Work experience in the teaching field.

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired on a per credit‑hour basis for specific classes, typically on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Faculty are not eligible for the university’s benefit program and must teach in person/on campus upon hire. Employment is contingent on budget and enrollment.

Pay rates per credit hour range from $1,264 to $1,482, based on university policy.

Although not eligible for the university benefit program, the position offers the full range of university benefits, including medical, vision, dental, tuition reimbursement, life and supplemental insurance, retirement plans, and a long‑term disability plan. (Detailed benefits information available on the university website.)

Applicants must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site. The application should include a Curriculum Vitae, optional Cover Letter, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references. Contact Dr. Debbie Gilliard, Chair of the Management Department, at gilliard for questions. Official transcripts will be required for the selected candidate.

Dr. Debbie Gilliard, Chair, Management Department – gilliard