Posting Detail InformationWorking TitleAdjunct Faculty, Department of Marketing - Open PoolPosition LocationFort Collins, COWork LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-personPosting Number202400117FProposed Annual Salary RangePer course basis; default starting pay $6,000 – $7,000/class (full-time equivalent base salary of $53,333 – $62,222); in select instances, pay may be higher commensurate with experience/course complexityEmployee BenefitsColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Position TypeFacultyWork Hours/WeekDescription of Work UnitFounded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB -accredited business school that enrolls more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students in on-campus and online programs annually. We are a top-ranked business school whose Online MBA program is #1 in Colorado and #10 in the nation, with a worldwide alumni base of 34,000 and growing. Our 8 centers of excellence connect students with industry experts, offering opportunities to expand their networks and engage in experiential learning. We are a purpose-driven community consistently seeking to achieve our mission of transforming lives and improving the world around us through business education, scholarly research and community engagement. Our vision is to build a nationally recognized College that provides access to an exceptional business education to all those who want to learn, excels in research that advances our understanding of the world and leverages the power of business to make our world a better place. Join our College community in Fort Collins, Colorado, to see how you can use business to create a better world.The Department of Marketing is one of five academic departments in the College of Business. The department has a strong record of teaching and research accomplishments as well as a collegial work environment. The Department faculty serve approximately 2,400 undergraduate business majors, over 1,600 undergraduate business minors, and 1,000 graduate students. The College’s MBA is offered in residence and via Colorado State University’s accredited learning programs. In addition to the undergraduate concentration in marketing, the department supports five undergraduate certificate programs in the following; business-to-business selling, customer experience management, market research and data analytics, marketing communications and branding, and strategic marketing. A graduate certificate in marketing management is also offered. The Center for Marketing and Social Issues is affiliated with the Department.Tenure/Tenure Track?% Research% Teaching100% Service% AdministrationTo ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/30/2025Number of VacanciesOpen PoolDesired Start DatePosition End DatePosition SummaryThe Department of Marketing in the College of Business may hire Adjunct faculty from an applicant pool from time to time. The teaching load and course assignments are made by the Department Chair. Instructors may be hired for fall, spring and/or summer term in a given academic year. Applications will be accepted throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are normally made during the late spring and throughout the summer for fall semester, during fall semester for spring semester, and during spring semester for the summer term.Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)Required Job Qualifications
Applicable Master’s degree in in order to teach in one or more of the following areas, marketing, marketing analytics, pricing, professional selling, marketing communications, sales management, sports marketing, digital marketing, international marketing, retailing, product design, marketing research, services marketing, sustainability, and music business/marketing
Or earned J.D./PhD
Or PhD. candidate in the required field of study
Or substantial executive-level experience in tandem with undergraduate degree
Ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: marketing, marketing analytics, pricing, professional selling, marketing communications, sales management, sports marketing, digital marketing, international marketing, retailing, product design, marketing research, services marketing, sustainability, and music business/marketing
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience teaching courses in these relevant areas: marketing, marketing analytics, pricing, professional selling, marketing communications, sales management, sports marketing, digital marketing, international marketing, retailing, product design, marketing research, services marketing, sustainability, and music business/marketing
Degree obtained from a school of business accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International)
Previous university teaching experience in a college of business in relevant subject areas
Substantial business experience in relevant subject areas
Experience with multi-media teaching techniques
Special Instructions to ApplicantsDepartment of Marketing, College of Business, Adjunct Faculty Open Pool. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter that detail required educational level, relevant university teaching experience, relevant business experience; evidence of teaching evaluations (if applicable, uploaded in the optional ‘Other’ slot); the names and contact information for three references who can speak to your teaching credentials; and a statement of teaching philosophy.References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Applications accepted until June 30, 2025. Applicants wishing to remain under consideration after that date must reapply on July 1, 2025.Background Check Policy StatementColorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.EEOColorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Search ContactDr. Dave Gilliland, [email protected] DutiesJob Duty CategoryInstructional Course Design and AdministrationDuty/Responsibility
Construct course syllabus adhering to College of Business assurance of learning outcomes and departmental standards
Administer course through Colorado State University’s learning management system.
Percentage Of Time30Job Duty CategoryInstructional Course DeliveryDuty/Responsibility
Deliver instructional course material via multi-media teaching techniques in relevant subject areas in prescribed delivery format.
Percentage Of Time70References RequestedReferences RequestedMinimum Requested3Maximum Requested3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Are you able to teach courses in-person at the Fort Collins campus in Colorado?
Yes
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents
Other