Finance Affiliate Instructor

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,741,286 - 2,041,603; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions in the Department of Finance. Affiliate Faculty are part‑time, semester‑by‑semester instructors who teach courses as needed based on departmental demand.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate finance courses, which may include areas such as corporate finance, investments, financial institutions, personal financial planning, and related topics.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance or a closely related field.
• Ph.D. in Finance or ABD is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CFP, CFA, or CPA are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate finance courses (e.g., corporate finance, investments, personal financial planning).
• Deliver high‑quality instruction and clear communication with students.
• Be available for student consultation and feedback.
• Interact with diverse groups including department faculty and Department Chair.
• Adapt to online and hybrid delivery; experience with Canvas is a plus.
• Prepare course materials, grading, and adherence to learning objectives.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development

Student support

Education

Master’s degree in Finance

Ph.D. in Finance (ABD acceptable)

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Finance at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions. Affiliate Faculty are part‑time, semester‑by‑semester instructors who teach courses as needed based on departmental demand. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate finance courses, which may include areas such as corporate finance, investments, financial institutions, personal financial planning, and related topics. Teaching assignments may vary by semester and will depend on the department’s scheduling needs. Affiliate Faculty are expected to deliver high‑quality instruction, maintain clear communication with students, and adhere to departmental and university policies. For more information about the Department of Finance in our AACSB‑accredited College of Business, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/finance.

Responsibilities

• Teach three to nine credit hours.
• Areas to be covered include: Managerial Finance, Principles of Investments, Personal Financial Planning and other courses, particularly in the area of Real Estate as needed.
• Be available for consultation with students.
• Work and interact with diverse groups of individuals including other department faculty and Department Chair.
• As the department is becoming increasingly oriented to online and hybrid delivery systems, successful experience with electronic LMS (in particular, Canvas) is a plus.
• Teaching 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.
  • 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.
  • 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

• Master’s degree in Finance or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. (ABD is accepted) in Finance or a closely related field.
• Professional certifications such as CFP, CFA, or CPA.
• Industry experience.
• Prior university‑level teaching experience.

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. Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary

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 $1264 – $1482. For more information, please view the pay rates under College of Business: Affiliate‑Rates‑AY‑25‑26.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers. Complete applications will include the following materials: CV Cover letter. 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. Official transcripts and background check will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as 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 to learn more. For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

Reasonable Accommodations

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 [e-mail].

Closing Date

Open Until Filled. Posting Representative: Katie Lynch. Email: [e-mail].

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.