COLLEGE:  

For more than five decades, the College of Business (COB) at Sacramento State has consistently achieved its fundamental mission – to develop engaged, responsible, and inclusive leaders that enrich communities around the world.  The COB cultivates excellence in its graduates and develops business leaders possessing not only top management skills, but also a broad understanding of their responsibilities to business and their community.  The College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all its activities.  The College of Business has maintained its accreditation under the stringent standards of the AACSB since 1963.  In the course of our history, the COB has produced over 50,000 total graduates through our undergraduate BS program and our innovative graduate programs which currently include: MBA, Executive MBA, iMBA, MS Accountancy, MS Business Analytics, and MS Finance.  60 percent of our alumni remain in the Sacramento region, fueling the success of our culturally rich and vibrant economy.

DEPARTMENT:  Strategy & Entrepreneurship Department

POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Faculty - Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: 

A successful California State University, Sacramento faculty member promotes the values celebrated by a public, regional, comprehensive, metropolitan university.  At Sacramento State, the quality of the education we provide is our top priority.  In addition to contributing positively to teaching and learning, faculty members are expected to engage in scholarship and to provide service to the University and to the greater community.  Our campus community represents the broad diversity of our state, and we believe that all are enriched and unified by this diversity.  In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people with the commitment and ability to work with a diverse student population. This recruitment for a tenure-track faculty member in Entrepreneurship is a part of the Latinx/e Cohort hiring initiative on campus.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) being core elements of the University's mission, the Strategy & Entrepreneurship Department encourages individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups to apply for the position. Sacramento State is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty.

For more details, please see the following links:  Strategy & Entrepreneurship (S&E) Department, College of Business Administration, https://www.csus.edu/college/business-administration/strategy-entrepreneurship/

POSITION DETAILS:  

This is a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. 

Anticipated Start Date:  Fall 2025

As a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and awardee of the Seal of Excelencia certification, Sacramento State is hiring a cohort of faculty who will support our commitment to Latinx/e student success during the 2024-25 tenure-track hiring cycle. We are looking for teacher/scholars who have an established commitment to teaching, research, and/or service in and with the Latinx/e community. Successful candidates will have demonstrated two or more of the four Latinx/e Student Success Cohort Hire Criteria (see Required Qualifications below).

JOB DUTIES:  

• Teaching that fosters inclusive and equitable student success (Graduate and Undergraduate Courses in traditional, hybrid, and on-line modalities);
• Scholarly and Creative Activities (with an emphasis on publication of peer reviewed journal articles);
• Service/Contributions to the Institution;
• Service/Contributions to the Community;
• Student Advising; and
• New course development and making changes to existing courses; Curriculum development; Assessment; and Supervising student (graduate and undergraduate) research.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:

• A Doctorate in Entrepreneurship or in another closely related discipline. 
• The doctorate degree must be from program(s) accredited by AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS or an equivalent accreditation.
• Applicants in the dissertation stage (ABD) of doctoral study will be considered; however, all requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed by June 2026 to remain eligible for continued employment.

Experience:

• Applicants with a record of demonstrated commitment to, or potential for, developing relationships with the community to support Entrepreneurship education and experiences, or the ability to work with the diverse student populations.

Latinx/e Student Success Cohort Criteria (demonstrate two or more of the following):

• • Excellence in teaching Latinx/e students;
  • Effective service (e.g., advising, mentoring) to Latinx/e students;
  • Research, scholarship, and/or creative artistic expression focused on the Latinx/e community;
  • Knowledge (professional background and/or training experiences) that advances our institutional commitment to Latinx/e student success.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Special Knowledge and Abilities:

• Applicants with a demonstrated record of teaching, research, mentoring, and industry experience in Entrepreneurship, and, secondarily, in Strategy and Corporate Entrepreneurship and/or Global Business, Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship.
• Applicants  with a demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to innovative teaching strategies to foster inclusive and equitable student success (both online and classroom setting) in higher education
• Applicants with a demonstrated capacity and willingness to utilize instructional technology in teaching; commitment to engage in scholarly activities that include both practice-based studies and academic research.

Experiences: 

• Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to, or potential for developing academic curriculum in Entrepreneurship, including campus imperatives such as creating new undergraduate, or graduate-level, Entrepreneurship courses or Entrepreneurship programs (e.g. Minor in Entrepreneurship).
• A record of demonstrated commitment to, or potential for, collaborating with the Entrepreneurship Centers or an equivalent on campus for the purpose of creating synergies and coordinating efforts between the University's Entrepreneurship events/initiatives and the Strategy & Entrepreneurship Department's academic offerings.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Initial Application Review:  Review of applications will begin February 17, 2025 and the position will remain open until filled. 

Cover letter, current curriculum vita (CV)/resume, unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position, and Diversity Statement are required for all positions.

• A cover letter (up to 1000 words) that addresses required and desired qualifications, that also includes a statement of teaching philosophy and scholarly interests.  Additionally, briefly address your ability to meet two or more of the Latinx/e Student Success Cohort Criteria (see Required Qualifications above), to be expanded upon in the Diversity Statement, and additional documents as appropriate, as listed below.
• A current curriculum vita/resume; 
• Unofficial copies of transcripts attesting to the highest degree earned (official transcripts required at time of appointment);
• A Diversity Statement - Sacramento State values diversity and inclusion and has made a university-wide commitment to being an inclusive institution. What contributions are you most proud of that demonstrate your commitment to promoting an inclusive environment? Be sure to expand on your ability to meet two or more of the Latinx/e Student Success Cohort Criteria (see Required Qualifications above).

Candidates from underrepresented and/or minoritized groups in Entrepreneurship or in another closely related discipline are strongly encouraged to apply.

Once candidates are short-listed, names and contact information for references will be required and updated (if candidate has not  already provided such information).

If you would like more information about the position, please contact the Department Chair, Dr. Jay Lee at jlee@csus.edu.

OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION:

Salary Information:  The estimated starting salary range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000.  Salary is dependent upon qualifications and professional experience.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to student success, diversity, equity and inclusion, community engagement, philanthropy, and campus safety. 

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued.  Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. 

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/your-hr/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/compliance/hr-compliance/mandatory-dhr-training.html .

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.

Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Eligibility Verification
Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is a sponsoring agency ( ie. H-1-B Visa).