Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

Harris-Stowe State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship to join the Anheuser-Busch School of Business. This faculty role combines practical instruction with collaborative leadership to shape the next generation of entrepreneurs. The ideal candidate brings industry experience, instructional excellence, and a proactive mindset to support business students and lead initiatives in partnership with the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE).

Primary Responsibilities:

Teaching & Instruction

• Teach entrepreneurship-focused courses such as entrepreneurship, small business management, startup strategy, and applied innovation.
• Employ hands-on, real-world learning methods including project-based instruction and business simulations.
• Use relevant technologies and tools to enhance student learning and engagement.

Collaboration with CIE

• Collaborate with the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship to facilitate business plan competitions, student ventures, and community engagement efforts.
• Support interdisciplinary initiatives that advance innovation and entrepreneurial learning across campus.

Curriculum & Program Development

• Participate in the continuous improvement of the entrepreneurship curriculum.
• Identify opportunities for new course offerings and co-curricular experiences aligned with market trends and business demands.

Advising & Student Support

• Advise and mentor students interested in business ownership and leadership.
• Encourage student participation in local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Service & Institutional Engagement

• Engage in departmental, school, and university service, including committee participation.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that support the mission and vision of the Anheuser-Busch School of Business.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate (PhD or DBA) in Business, Entrepreneurship, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated experience in entrepreneurship, small business ownership, or startup development
• Strong teaching ability and interest in applied learning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching at the college level in both in-person and online formats
• Experience working with incubators, accelerators, or entrepreneurial support organizations
• Familiarity with business technologies and tools for venture development

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to lead student-centered, experiential instruction
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills
• Understanding of business model development, startup ecosystems, and entrepreneurial strategy

Work Environment:

• Standard classroom and office settings with occasional off-campus business engagement

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.