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Job description
David S. Congdon School Of Entrepreneurship Teaching Position
The David S. Congdon School of Entrepreneurship at High Point University is searching for a new colleague to teach in the Entrepreneurship program. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of entrepreneurial experience through teaching, practice, consulting, leading a business, or business ownership experience. A PhD in entrepreneurship or business and/or a master's degree in business or other relevant major is required. The successful candidate could teach a variety of undergraduate courses, such as business modeling and feasibility, venture funding, entrepreneurial finance, family business, entrepreneur law, entrepreneurial marketing, storytelling and business pitching, etc. Depending on qualifications, there will be an opportunity to add more specialized courses to the curriculum. The regular teaching load at HPU is three, four-credit-hour courses per semester on a 9-month contract with the opportunity for summer teaching. In addition, the successful candidate will have additional administrative responsibilities such as academic advising, university service, etc.
Essential Qualifications
A commitment to quality teaching, professional growth, and university service
Be a good communicator, collaborator, and team player who can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, extraordinary environment
10 years of professional entrepreneurial experience or equivalent experience in business start-ups and growth
University-level teaching experience is highly preferred but not required
Education
A PhD in entrepreneurship or business and/or master's degree in business or other relevant major with extensive professional experience (10 years) in entrepreneurship and/or entrepreneurial leadership.
Essential Functions
Collaborate with colleagues across campus for curriculum design and delivery
Provide mentorship and advisement for students in and beyond the classroom.
Communicate teaching and research activities through frequent and effective communication with the department chair
Maintain a professional development program or active research portfolio
Act as a representative and advocate for the program, school, and the university
Actively participate in committees within the department, school, and university, as well as the community in professional and governmental organizations
Undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department chair
Application requirements: Screening of applications will begin on September 21, 2026. Priority will be given to applicants who meet the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.
Applicants should upload the following in one single document:
Cover letter briefly addressing your qualifications, teaching philosophy, professional experience, and interest in teaching in the program
Current CV with complete professional and academic history
Unofficial transcript of at least your highest degree awarded
Name, email, and phone contact information for three references
Only complete packages electronically submitted will be considered and reviewed.
High Point University can interview only those who are qualified to work in the USA.
For additional information regarding this position, please contact Dean Lou Anne Flanders-Stec.
Worksite address
high point, NC, 27264, US
Who can apply
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