Adjunct Faculty: Entrepreneurship

Overview

Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.

Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University s commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work.

Augsburg s Statement of Commitment to Equity

We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts. Recognizing that higher education s democratic promise is compromised by systemic and systematic barriers to college access and completion, Augsburg is called to stand for equity in everything we do to fulfill our academic mission, serve our students and engage our fellow citizens.

Job Description

The Department of Business and Economics is looking for adjunct faculty to teach Entrepreneurship classes.

• Build and teach courses such as Entrepreneurship and Managing Innovation.
• Support Auggie Cup and Baby Shark. Extra work and time are required for both events.
  • Auggie Cup (December) Student groups work on a business plan for a local entrepreneur s idea and will present their work at the Auggie Cup. The top three teams will be determined by a panel of judges consisting of the business advisory council, faculty and possibly the major sponsor. Winning teams earn scholarship awards. Local business leaders will have the opportunity to meet and mentor students from the most diverse student body in the Midwest.
  • Baby Shark (April) The Augsburg Baby Shark contest encourages students to explore their entrepreneurial potential, seek out new opportunities, and use the skills and knowledge they have acquired to launch a new business. This annual event is organized by the School of Business and is open to all current Augsburg University undergraduate and graduate students.

This search will establish a "pool" of instructors if such openings occur during Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2026. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the year.

The successful candidate will possess both a high level of intercultural competence and commitment to inclusive teaching in the classroom. Responsibilities include appropriate classroom teaching, constructing assignments, grading, office hours, regular email and ., including possible orientation the week before classes begin. Course syllabus, textbook and shared office space are provided. Each course requires approximately 12-15 hours a week.

• Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284
• $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course
  * for the 2025-26 academic year
• Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

* Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate or 3-credit graduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master s degree or higher in Entrepreneurship or related field
• Understanding of current developments and experience in the field of entrepreneurship
• Ability to engage a diverse student body

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following information at the time of application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vita or Resume
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

Your cover letter should

• Highlight your experience or interest in teaching at the university level
• Identify your general availability during the day and/or evenings; and
• Indicate whether you are interested in in-person or synchronous online teaching (or either).

Professional references may be requested at a later date.

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