Assistant Professor of Practice, Entrepreneurship

Assistant Professor of Practice, Entrepreneurship

Black Hills State University in Spearfish, SD

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80,000 per year

Application Due: Open Until Filled

Category: Entrepreneurship

Institution: Black Hills State University

Posting Number: F01879P

Department: BHSU - College of Business

Physical Location of Position (City): Spearfish

Posting Text

The College of Business at Black Hills State University invites applications for a Professor of Practice position in Entrepreneurship beginning August 2026, with possibility of renewal based on performance and programmatic need. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track appointment in the Professor of Practice series.

Black Hills State University is a teaching-focused institution located in Spearfish, South Dakota, in the scenic Black Hills region. The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International - a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide - and serves approximately 400 students across campuses in Spearfish and Rapid City. The college offers undergraduate programs in Business Administration with specializations including accounting, agribusiness/ranch management, economics, finance, entrepreneurial studies, health services administration, human resource management, management, and marketing, as well as an MBA in applied management.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative, student-centered faculty committed to teaching excellence, applied scholarship, and community engagement. Our faculty combine scholarly engagement with commitment to student success, connect classroom instruction to professional practice, and involve students in applied or experiential learning. Effective communication, collaboration, and enthusiasm for student mentorship are central to our culture.

The successful candidate will serve as the instructional leader for the Entrepreneurial Studies specialization, a program that currently serves over 60 majors. Teaching responsibilities may include business administration courses in entrepreneurship and related areas at the undergraduate level, with possible opportunities to contribute to the MBA program as well. This role includes curriculum development, coordination of experiential learning opportunities, and engagement with the regional entrepreneurial and business community.

DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Teach entrepreneurship and related business courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• The standard teaching load is nine courses annually (4-5), aligned with our mission as a teaching-focused institution. Opportunities for summer teaching may also be available.
• Provide instructional leadership for the Entrepreneurial Studies specialization, including curriculum development, assessment, and program growth.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with regional entrepreneurship organizations, business development entities, and the broader business community.
• Coordinate experiential learning opportunities such as pitch competitions, startup projects, and community-based ventures.
• Maintain qualifications consistent with AACSB Instructional Practitioner, Practice Academic, or Scholarly Practitioner status through ongoing professional engagement.
• Participate in student advising, mentoring, and recruitment activities.
• Participate in service activities at the college and university levels.
• Teach face-to-face, online, and at our extension campus in Rapid City.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate degree in entrepreneurship, business, or a related field, with significant professional experience in entrepreneurship, small business ownership or management, venture development, innovation and commercialization, local economic development, or a closely related area.
• Qualifications consistent with achieving and/or maintaining AACSB Instructional Practitioner (IP), Practice Academic (PA), or Scholarly Practitioner (SP) status.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful experience teaching, particularly at the undergraduate level. - Experience founding, owning, or operating a business.
• Demonstrated record of engagement with entrepreneurial and economic development ecosystems, such as business incubators, accelerators, economic development organizations, or pitch competitions.
• Experience with curriculum development or program design in entrepreneurship or a related area.

BENEFITS

• Black Hills State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave.
• Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

COMMENTS

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Advertised Salary: $80,000
• Duration of the Term: 9 months
• Tenure Status Term
• Proposed Rank Professor of Practice Ranks
• Appointment Type: Regular

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.