Teaching Associate Professor - Department of Economics and Business

Engineering a world of possibilities

The Department of Economics and Business at the Colorado School of Mines is hiring for a full-time non-tenure track faculty member at the rank of Teaching Associate Professor.

We are seeking a new faculty member whose primary expertise is in the application of the tools of engineering economics and economic evaluation and with the desire to train Mines students in these techniques. The main teaching responsibility will be the Engineering Economics course, which is being scaled for delivery to all Mines undergraduates as part of the university’s updated core curriculum. Engineering Economics at Mines introduces students to investment decision modeling in minerals, petroleum, manufacturing, and general investments with a focus on applying cash flow modeling and addressing issues including inflation/cost escalation, leverage, risk, and taxes. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and teach additional courses depending on interests and expertise. These courses may include advanced economic evaluation, investments, and corporate finance. Further, the new faculty member will be expected to collaborate effectively in curriculum development and other departmental and university service. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are highly desirable. We highly value candidates who are excited about engaging with industry partners to enhance the practical education of our students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course materials in traditional, online, and hybrid modalities demonstrating teaching excellence.
• Teach 6 courses per academic year.
• Contribute both institutionally and professionally through active service.
• Cultivate and promote an inclusive and diverse Mines community through recruiting, mentorship, and service.
• Collaborate across campus and with industry partners representing the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in engineering management
• 8+ years of full-time college-level teaching in economic evaluation or closely related content.
• Successful record of college-level in teaching large class formats.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with college-level curriculum development.
• Established record of service.

About Mines & Golden, CO 

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines. 

 

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023). 

 

Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.  

 

At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size. 

 

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?  

 

Look to Mines. 

To learn more about the Department of Economics and Business visit, https://www.econbus.mines.edu

 

Equal Opportunity 

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce. 

 

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety. 

 

Annual Rate and Benefits 

Teaching Associate Professor: $108,000