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The NYU School of Professional Studies seeks a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship for the Division of Programs in Business.

The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to lead the launch of a new graduate program at NYU SPS. Additionally, the faculty will teach within our graduate programs; may also teach within continuing education or executive education programs; will develop courses; advise students; collaborate with other faculty and industry partners; and engage with the broader NYU SPS academic community, as appropriate.

The candidate should possess a strong background in entrepreneurship, ideally as a founder and/or venture capital professional, with ties to the New York City market, and have a working understanding of tech innovation and the entrepreneurial process.

The candidate will be expected to perform the following responsibilities:

• Oversee the final development and implementation of the curriculum for a new graduate program in Entrepreneurship

• Identify other professionals who may serve as adjunct faculty to create and develop courses and teach in the new program

• Build industry relationships and partnerships to enhance the program’s connection to the workplace

• Advance thought leadership through applied industry research

• Support the growth and development of adjunct faculty base

• Contribute collaboratively to the advancement of the Division’s, School’s and NYU’s mission and strategy.

All faculty members are expected to be active contributors to meeting the applied professional goals of the division and part of the continuing investments in research and pedagogy and corporate collaboration.

Reporting to the Associate Dean of the Division of Programs in Business, the clinical faculty will work closely with the Assistant Dean and other stakeholders to implement the vision for expanding the division’s programs in Entrepreneurship, and to increase these initiatives’ profile and visibility locally, nationally and internationally. The clinical faculty will also work directly with industry professionals and academics to advance the applied professional mission of the division. This full-time position is a nine-month appointment with a two-year renewable faculty contract.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base faculty salary range for this position is $100,000-$160,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

About the Division of Programs in Business

The NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business provides applied, professional education for students interested in becoming leaders in the functional areas of a business: marketing, human resources, management and technology, and finance. Students from around the world are immersed in highly relevant curricular and co-curricular experiences that combine academic theory and the rich professional expertise of industry practitioners with global experience, rooted in New York City’s business community. This creates a dynamic teaching and learning environment in which students gain and apply practical skills to solve complex, real-world problems of business and society. The Division of Programs in Business is committed to the School’s mission of bringing cross-disciplinary perspectives and the principles of inclusion into academics.

The Division of Programs in Business offers both credit and continuing education programs. In the most recent academic year, there were more than 2,000 graduate students in seven Master’s programs, and 1,000 noncredit enrollments in various career advancement and continuing education programs.

About the NYU School of Professional Studies

Founded in 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYUSPS) offers a broad range of degree and noncredit programs that are professionally oriented, integrate theory with real-world practice, and are taught by faculty members who are leaders and innovators in their fields. The School plays a critical role in workforce development in emerging and evolving sectors of industry in New York City and around the globe including: real estate; marketing and PR; technology and project management; global affairs; hospitality, travel, and tourism; human capital management; sports business; communications/media; publishing; professional writing; translation; and the arts, among others. NYUSPS has grown to become the third-largest graduate school of NYU, attracting students from around the world. The School also serves the undergraduate market with traditional, four-year degrees in real estate, hotel and tourism management, and sports management in addition to programs for post-traditional students. Working professionals and adult learners can enhance their careers and/or enrich their intellect through more than 1,500 continuing education courses, certificates, and diploma programs, as well as through world-renowned industry conferences, seminars, and events.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, MBA, or doctoral degree (preferred), teaching experience, significant entrepreneurship expertise, and the ability and skills to develop and deliver impactful and engaging course work and program materials in the entrepreneurship domain. Candidates should have at least three years of teaching experience and effectiveness in higher education.

To apply go to: https://apply.interfolio.com/176455.

All applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae. While not required upon initial application, finalists will be asked to submit references. The review of credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

For best consideration, please submit materials before the priority deadline of December 15, 2025. Note: applications will still be considered after the priority deadline.

NYU appreciates all applications but can only respond to qualified candidates.

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