What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sustainable Business Instructor or Senior Instructor position at CSU Spur?
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Working Title Sustainable Business Instructor or Senior Instructor Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number 202500025F Proposed Annual Salary Range Applicable Master’s degree: $65,000-$80,000. Applicable PhD with ongoing research program: $83,000-$120,000 Employee Benefits
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, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
The Sustainable Business Concentration combines traditional business principles and practices with a focus on environmental, social and ethical considerations – opening the doors to a wide range of impactful careers. The concentration equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to address pressing global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, social inequality and corporate responsibility. This concentration is housed within and supported by the Department of Marketing, one of five academic departments in the College of Business.
The Department of Marketing currently has twelve full-time tenure-track faculty and five special appointment faculty focused on instruction. These faculty are committed to research and teaching excellence. The Marketing Department also supports a behavioral research lab, as well as two centers of excellence – the Center for Marketing and Social Impact and the Sales Center. Visit https://biz.colostate.edu/marketing to learn more.
The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB-accredited business school that embraces the values of: access, excellence, impact, and community. The College was recently selected as a winner of the Financial Times “Best Business School” award for responsible business education, and its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 7 “Better World MBA” worldwide. These recognitions are aligned with the College’s vision to build a nationally recognized College that provides access to an exceptional business education, excels in research that advances our understanding of the world, and leverages the power of business to make our world a better place.
Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 32,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students. CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. CSU also offers among the very best professional programs in the country in corporate sustainability (Impact MBA), veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management. CSU’s STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability.
Located in northern Colorado, Fort Collins is about one hour north of Denver, with an easy drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park and area ski resorts. Fort Collins consistently ranks high on quality of life measures by numerous publications; more information may be found on the City of Fort Collins visitor’s website.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No % Research 0-20 % Teaching 70-90 % Service 10 % Administration 0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 03/21/2025 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date Position Summary
The Department of Marketing in the College of Business at Colorado State University invites applications for a 9-month appointment at the Instructor or Senior Instructor rank.
This position primarily involves teaching BUS225 – Transforming Business for Sustainable Impact undergraduate course sections to students both inside and outside of the College of Business. BUS 225 presents the philosophical, ethical, and theoretical frameworks that shape sustainable business leadership and operations, examines the history and approach to running an organization that has a positive impact on society and the environment, and identifies and promotes sustainable business within organizations and professional work contexts while integrating ethical reasoning and philosophy. This course is an undergraduate business core course.
This position is non-tenured, with benefits. The normal teaching load for this position will be four classes per semester to be determined by the Department chair. The teaching load may be reduced by one class per year if the candidate maintains an active research program conducive to maintaining scholarly academic status.
All teaching responsibilities will be used (content delivery, syllabus production, grading, creating course exercises, student communication, etc.). On occasion, teaching assignments in other marketing courses (primarily Marketing Principles) will be required. Additional classes may be assigned at the discretion of the Department Chair. Evening and on-line teaching may be required.
This position will report to the Chair of the Department of Marketing.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications
An application packet will consist of: 1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications; 2) a vita; 3) contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
For full consideration, applications should be received to https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/157407 no later than 11:59pm MST March 21, 2025; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to Chris Berry, Search Committee Chair at Chris.Berry@colostate.edu. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Marketing.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to 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.
Background Check Policy Statement
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.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Search Contact Chris Berry, chris.berry@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Teaching and Advising Duty/Responsibility
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Detail Information
Working Title Sustainable Business Instructor or Senior Instructor Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number 202500025F Proposed Annual Salary Range Applicable Master’s degree: $65,000-$80,000. Applicable PhD with ongoing research program: $83,000-$120,000 Employee Benefits
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, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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The Sustainable Business Concentration combines traditional business principles and practices with a focus on environmental, social and ethical considerations – opening the doors to a wide range of impactful careers. The concentration equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to address pressing global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, social inequality and corporate responsibility. This concentration is housed within and supported by the Department of Marketing, one of five academic departments in the College of Business.
The Department of Marketing currently has twelve full-time tenure-track faculty and five special appointment faculty focused on instruction. These faculty are committed to research and teaching excellence. The Marketing Department also supports a behavioral research lab, as well as two centers of excellence – the Center for Marketing and Social Impact and the Sales Center. Visit https://biz.colostate.edu/marketing to learn more.
The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB-accredited business school that embraces the values of: access, excellence, impact, and community. The College was recently selected as a winner of the Financial Times “Best Business School” award for responsible business education, and its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 7 “Better World MBA” worldwide. These recognitions are aligned with the College’s vision to build a nationally recognized College that provides access to an exceptional business education, excels in research that advances our understanding of the world, and leverages the power of business to make our world a better place.
Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 32,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students. CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. CSU also offers among the very best professional programs in the country in corporate sustainability (Impact MBA), veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management. CSU’s STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability.
Located in northern Colorado, Fort Collins is about one hour north of Denver, with an easy drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park and area ski resorts. Fort Collins consistently ranks high on quality of life measures by numerous publications; more information may be found on the City of Fort Collins visitor’s website.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No % Research 0-20 % Teaching 70-90 % Service 10 % Administration 0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 03/21/2025 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date Position Summary
The Department of Marketing in the College of Business at Colorado State University invites applications for a 9-month appointment at the Instructor or Senior Instructor rank.
This position primarily involves teaching BUS225 – Transforming Business for Sustainable Impact undergraduate course sections to students both inside and outside of the College of Business. BUS 225 presents the philosophical, ethical, and theoretical frameworks that shape sustainable business leadership and operations, examines the history and approach to running an organization that has a positive impact on society and the environment, and identifies and promotes sustainable business within organizations and professional work contexts while integrating ethical reasoning and philosophy. This course is an undergraduate business core course.
This position is non-tenured, with benefits. The normal teaching load for this position will be four classes per semester to be determined by the Department chair. The teaching load may be reduced by one class per year if the candidate maintains an active research program conducive to maintaining scholarly academic status.
All teaching responsibilities will be used (content delivery, syllabus production, grading, creating course exercises, student communication, etc.). On occasion, teaching assignments in other marketing courses (primarily Marketing Principles) will be required. Additional classes may be assigned at the discretion of the Department Chair. Evening and on-line teaching may be required.
This position will report to the Chair of the Department of Marketing.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications
- Applicants must have minimum of 3 years professional and/or scholarly experience in business
- Minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited university in business, sustainability, or a relevant field
- Demonstrated competency in business sustainability
- Demonstrated ability or demonstrate the potential for quality teaching of college-level marketing courses
- Demonstrate potential to maintain continuing faculty qualification for AACSB accreditation. There are four categories of faculty qualification, and applicants will be expected to remain qualified (within one of the categories).
- Directly relevant teaching experience
- Relevant professional experience
- Scholarly expertise
- Ability to positively contribute to mission and vision Department and the College
An application packet will consist of: 1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications; 2) a vita; 3) contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
For full consideration, applications should be received to https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/157407 no later than 11:59pm MST March 21, 2025; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to Chris Berry, Search Committee Chair at Chris.Berry@colostate.edu. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Marketing.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to 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.
Background Check Policy Statement
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.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Search Contact Chris Berry, chris.berry@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Teaching and Advising Duty/Responsibility
- Deliver instructional course material via multi-media teaching techniques in relevant subject areas in prescribed delivery format.
- Instructors are responsible for all aspects of course delivery, including, lecturing, meeting with students, and assigning final grades.
- Serve on committees at departmental, college, and university levels.
- Serve the discipline through activities such as committee membership on academic committees.
- Design, analyze, submit, and publish theoretical, experimental, or empirical studies in high quality, peer-reviewed journals.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you obtained a minimum of a master's degree in a related field?
- Yes
- No
- * In two to three sentences, explain how you have demonstrated competency in business sustainability. (Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have the ability or potential to teach high-quality college-level courses in marketing and sustainability?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
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