Associate Director Carlson Brand Enterprise (Part-time, Temporary)

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 172,000; Part time

Job summary

The Carlson Brand Enterprise at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, seeks a part-time Associate Director to mentor MBA and undergraduate students on real client engagements.

You will guide student marketing teams, provide strategic input and coaching, and help deliver high‑quality client recommendations while balancing a casual, temporary schedule.

This role offers hybrid work and a chance to shape the next generation of marketing professionals.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (PhD, MBA, or JD) required.
• At least 2 years of experience working in a Marketing position.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach students on marketing engagements.
• Strong understanding of structured problem‑solving, executive communication, and client management.
• Availability to commit to approximately 2-5 hours per week per project.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly guidance to student marketing teams, ensuring structured problem‑solving and clear communication.
• Support analyses, research, and crafting client recommendations aligned with marketing standards.
• Help students refine storytelling, slides, and executive presentations.
• Ensure deliverables with workplans, interim updates, and final recommendations.
• Participate in team meetings and mentor students pursuing marketing roles.

Skills

Mentoring

Client management

Structured problem solving

Executive communication

Marketing experience

Education

Graduate degree (PhD, MBA, or JD)

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 376324

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Supplemental Employee

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 0005

Employee Class: Civil Service

About the Job

Carlson Brand Enterprise, Carlson School of Management
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid)
Reports To: Managing Director, Carlson Brand Enterprise (CBE)

Position Summary
The Carlson Brand Enterprise (CBE) at the Carlson School of Management seeks a part-time Associate Director to support its mission of providing MBA and undergraduate students with hands‑on marketing experience. This temporary, casual employee position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about mentoring and developing future marketing professionals.

The Associate Director will play a critical role in guiding student marketing teams as they tackle real‑world business challenges for leading companies and organisations. They will provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and structured problem‑solving support to ensure high‑quality client deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Mentorship & Project Oversight
  • Provide weekly guidance to student marketing teams, ensuring they apply structured problem‑solving techniques, analytical rigour, and effective communication.
  • Support students in conducting analyses, research, and crafting client recommendations aligned with top marketing standards.
  • Help students refine storytelling, slide decks, and executive‑level presentations.
• Client Engagement & Deliverables
  • Ensure student teams deliver high‑impact insights to clients through structured workplans, interim updates, and final recommendations.
  • Offer guidance on client interactions, stakeholder management, and navigating complex business problems.
• CBE Community & Professional Development
  • Participate in CBE team meetings and workshops to reinforce best practices in marketing methodologies.
  • Provide ad‑hoc career advice and networking support to students pursuing top‑tier marketing roles

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree (PhD, MBA, or JD) required
• At least 2 years of experience working in a Marketing position.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach students on marketing engagements
• Strong understanding of structured problem‑solving, executive communication, and client management
• Availability to commit to approximately 2-5 hours per week per project

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching, coaching, or mentoring experience in a business school or corporate setting
• Experience managing multi‑stakeholder projects with corporate, government, or nonprofit clients
• Strong professional network within marketing industry
• Prior experience working with the Carlson Brand Enterprise

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $100-$125 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labour‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Diversity

The University recognises and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programmes, facilities, and employment without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world‑renowned health centres, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, non‑profit, and public service organisations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognised by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022‑2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work‑life flexibility.