Colorado 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.

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.

The Department of Finance and Real Estate 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 currently has 22 tenured/tenure-track and non-tenure faculty members who serve approximately 2,400 undergraduate business majors, over 1,600 undergraduate business minors, and 1,000 graduate students in the Master of Finance, MBA programs, and graduate certificate in applied finance. The MBA is offered in residence and via Colorado State University’s accredited learning programs. The Department offers an undergraduate concentration in finance, financial planning, and real estate.

Founded 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. Join our College community in Fort Collins, Colorado, to see how you can use business to create a better world.

The Department of Finance and Real Estate in the College of Business may hire temporary 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, or summer term in a given academic year. Applications will be accepted throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are normally made during late spring and throughout the summer for fall semester, during fall semester for spring semester, and during spring semester for the summer term.

Department of Finance and Real Estate, College of Business, Adjunct Faculty Open Pool. Applicants must submit (1) a vita/resume and (2) a cover letter that details required educational level, relevant university teaching experience or potential, relevant business experience, (3) evidence of teaching evaluations (if applicable, uploaded in the optional ‘Other’ slot), (4) the names and contact information for three references who can speak to your teaching credentials and (5) a statement of teaching philosophy.

Applications accepted until June 30, 2025. Applicants wishing to remain under consideration after that date must reapply on July 1, 2025.

References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Colorado 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.

Colorado 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.