Visiting Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University invites applications for a full-time, term position with the possibility of renewal for a visiting assistant professor to direct the McNeely Center for Entrepreneurship and to teach courses in entrepreneurship starting in August 2026.
The McNeely Center empowers students to become entrepreneurial leaders who think critically, act boldly, and drive meaningful change — combining liberal arts insight with entrepreneurial action. Our mission is to integrate the critical thinking and broad perspectives of the liberal arts with the practical, solution-driven mindset of entrepreneurship, cultivating leaders and change-makers for an era of rapid transformation. The person filling this full-time position is permitted to do consulting or other work outside of this role, so long as it does not interfere with their primary responsibility to this position.
Review of applications will begin February 22, 2026, and continue until position is filled.
Please note, this position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship (i.e., H-1B or Green Card sponsorship). Applicants must possess the required authorization to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.
Why Join Us?
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Vacation
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
- Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more
Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.
To learn more about our benefits, visit mycsbsju.edu/jobs.
Department and Center Highlights
This position offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in igniting the entrepreneurial spirit among students, alumni, and the broader community. Highlights of the McNeely Center include:
The Entrepreneur Scholars (E-Scholars) Program, established in 2004, is recognized as a Program of Excellence by the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE).
The launch of a new Entrepreneurship Minor in Fall 2024, with anticipated expansion in the coming years.
Strong support from faculty, alumni, and university leadership in developing a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
College/University Highlights
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB), a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University (SJU), a liberal arts college for men, are located in the central lakes area of Minnesota, surrounded by more than 3,000 acres of pristine forests, prairies, and lakes. The campuses are minutes away from St. Cloud, an increasingly diverse regional center with a population of over 100,000, and 70 miles from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some CSB/SJU faculty and staff choose to reside locally, while others commute from the Twin Cities. Both St. Cloud and the Twin Cities offer a wide range of fine arts, cultural, dining, recreational, and sporting opportunities.
CSB/SJU are Catholic colleges in the Benedictine tradition enlivened by values of community, hospitality, stewardship, and justice. The schools are dedicated to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. Students, staff and faculty from many diverse belief systems and backgrounds collectively bring a rich dimension to the academic, cultural, and religious experience at CSB/SJU. We welcome faculty who devote themselves with passion and integrity to their disciplines and to a transformative education of their students. Please view our brochure regarding Higher Education in the Catholic and Benedictine Tradition.
With a total enrollment of approximately 2,900 students, faculty members develop relationships with students in small classroom settings and have opportunities to work closely with students on research projects, experiential learning experiences, and study abroad programs. Recent initiatives to create a dynamic general education curriculum and to develop plans for a new teaching and learning center demonstrate strong institutional support for faculty development.
Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.
The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.
Responsibilities
Lead strategy and operations for the McNeely Center, growing impact and visibility.
Plan and deliver flagship programs/events: Big Idea Competition, McNeely Market, CSB+SJU Entrepreneur of the Year, and alumni/community gatherings.
Recruit, mentor, and support students, including Entrepreneur Scholars; design summer entrepreneurship programming for high school students.
Advance curriculum integration and faculty development; teach three entrepreneurship courses (12 credits) per year.
Positive engagement as a member of the faculty of home department, Global Business Leadership.
Build partnerships and secure resources—cultivate donors and corporate partners, write proposals, and align support to strategic priorities.
Manage people and finances—supervise staff, develop and oversee budgets, and ensure transparent, responsible fiscal management.
Measure and report outcomes to institutional leadership; gather stakeholder feedback for continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Required:
A Master’s or PhD in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, or a related field.
Ability to teach upper-level and lower-level entrepreneurship-related courses.
Demonstrated experience leading or administering an academic program, center, or comparable organization (e.g., budgeting, supervision, assessment, and external engagement).
Visionary thinker with the ability to enhance the entrepreneurship ecosystem through strategic initiatives and programming.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills across diverse stakeholder groups, including academic departments, students, faculty, and community partners.
Comfort and sensitivity in working with students from diverse backgrounds, including international students and students with varied entrepreneurial aspirations.
Preferred:
A proven ability to create an extensive community network to support Center initiatives and engage experts and stakeholders.
Proven experience in undergraduate curriculum development.
Willingness and ability to lead domestic and international business immersion trips with undergraduate students.
To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply" above. Applicants are asked to provide the following materials:
- A letter of application addressing your qualifications and alignment with the McNeely Center’s mission.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Unofficial copies of transcripts (official copies required upon hire).
- Contact information for three professional references.
- A statement of teaching philosophy, including how you will support inclusion for all students in the classroom and use innovative/active-learning pedagogies.
If you require an accommodation to participate in the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or employment@csbsju.edu.
It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.
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