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Adjunct Lecturer, McGuire Center for Entrepreneurship

University of Arizona

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Feb 26, 2026

Adjunct Lecturer, McGuire Center for Entrepreneurship
Posting Number	req25112
Department	McGuire Ctr - Entrepreneurship
Department Website Link	https://eller.arizona.edu/departments-research/centers-labs/entrepreneurship
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The McGuire Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Arizona, Eller College of Management invites applications from qualified candidates for one (1) Adjunct Lecturer (not benefits eligible) positions. The successful candidate will serve as Instructor of Record; and mentor student projects in their class section/s. Working collaboratively with the McGuire Center Executive Director and McGuire Director of Undergraduate Studies, instructors are expected to enhance the content and delivery of their course with the objective of establishing an effective, efficient model for teaching innovation and entrepreneurship at a high standard. Teaching responsibilities will be during Fall 2026 Semester, teaching the undergraduate level capstone ENTR 485 -- Innovating: Creating the Future at our campus in Tucson, AZ. Classes are taught on campus, fully in person and therefore all eligible applicants must reside in the Tucson area. Candidates must demonstrate an established record of engaged teaching and/or facilitation. Instructors are paid for on a per course basis. The Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona is a leading business school in the United States. The Eller College of Management is highly ranked among undergraduate business programs by the U.S. News & World Report, and are known for our specialties in management information systems, entrepreneurship, and social innovation. The Eller College of Management supports more than 9,000 undergraduate and 1,300 graduate students on the University of Arizona's 393-acre campus in Tucson, a satellite campus in downtown Phoenix, global micro campuses, and through Arizona Online. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Teach up to two in person sections of ENTR 485. Each class meets once a week for 2.5 hours over 16 weeks. Plan lectures with guidance from the ENTR 485 teaching team. Grade assignments based upon performance including attendance and class participation. Mentor and prepare student cohort for the ENTR 485 end of semester pitch competition. Attend McGuire Center teaching team meetings as required.
Minimum Qualifications	A Master's degree (minimum) in entrepreneurship, business, or a related field. Experience teaching at the college/university level. Entrepreneurial experience.
Preferred Qualifications	PhD in a related field. Demonstrated application of experiential pedagogy. Demonstrated record of leadership in research and service in his/her academic discipline. Experience integrating research in entrepreneurship/innovation or related fields into the curriculum.
Rank	Lecturer
Tenure Information	Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	8
Job FTE	0.2
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	$7,000
Compensation Type	Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	8/10/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	HR-Eller@arizona.edu
Open Date	2/26/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please include Resume, Cover Letter and Education Credentials.
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