mines.edu
Director of the McNeil Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
mines.edu, Denver, Colorado, United States
At the Colorado School of Mines, we believe that every student—regardless of their major or career ambition—deserves the opportunity to take an idea and make it real. The McNeil Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation exists to bring this vision to life. As the student-focused heart of Mines’ thriving Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) ecosystem, McNeil complements two powerhouse partners: the Beck Venture Center, which supports startup growth and investment, and the Labriola Innovation Hub, which brings hands-on experience to physical prototyping and making.**Key Responsibilities** Design and promote opportunities so that every student, regardless of major or interest, has a meaningful experience turning an idea into something real—whether that’s a prototype, project, or startup.Teach one course in the fall and one in the spring (e.g., Intro to Entrepreneurship). This helps the Director stay connected with the student community and directly engage budding entrepreneurs. (Formal teaching experience is not required.)**Minimum Qualifications:** Experience as a startup founder, entrepreneurial educator, or mentor to early-stage venturesExceptional collaboration skills and a proven track record of working effectively in teams without direct authority over them**Preferred Qualifications:** Experience working in higher education or managing student innovation programs **Why This Role Matters** This is your chance to shape the future of innovation at a top STEM university. You'll influence how thousands of students see their potential—not just as engineers or scientists, but as creators, founders, and leaders in every field. You’ll help build something that outlives you. And you'll do it at a place where ideas don’t just stay in the classroom—they take flight. **About Mines & Golden, CO**When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more.Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
Are you an individual who values a community where our individual perspectives and experiences enrich the educationalLook to Mines.**Equal Opportunity**Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.**Annual Rate**$133,000 to $150,000Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.In addition to the amazing benefits mentioned below, Mines continues to show its dedication to its employees by offering an 11% employee contribution through our Mines Defined Contribution Plan and an incredible 12% employer contribution with immediate 100% vesting for our Administrative Faculty positions!Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees.For this role, that includes:* Flexible health and dental care options* Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.* Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution* Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)* Free RTD EcopassAll Mines employees also have access to
through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines
home games, as well as access to the state-of-the-art
(fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the . We are proud to have recently opened an on . For more details about benefits at Mines, visit .**How to Apply****Interested applicants should apply online as soon as possible but before Monday, October 13, 2025**. If you submit your application after October 13, 2025, it may or may not be considered.How to Apply: Applicants must submit a letter of application addressing this position specifically and a curriculum vitae. References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and applicants will be informed before that contact is made.Contact Dorie Gelber, Human Resources, at dorie.gelber@mines.edu with any questions about this opportunity.**Background Investigation Required** **Prior to Start**Accommodations - It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities to promote diversity and inclusion at Mines. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment*.*If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance.Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the best public school in the state for best value colleges. Mines is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver.
The campus location offers a small-town ambiance with close proximity to all that the Denver metropolitan area has to offer with an abundance of cultural events, museums, theaters and sporting venues. An arid climate and an average 300 days of sunshine per year make the area an ideal place to live, work and play. We seek individuals who value a diverse and inclusive community – offering different perspectives, experiences, and cultures that enrich the educational and work experience.
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Are you an individual who values a community where our individual perspectives and experiences enrich the educationalLook to Mines.**Equal Opportunity**Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.**Annual Rate**$133,000 to $150,000Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.In addition to the amazing benefits mentioned below, Mines continues to show its dedication to its employees by offering an 11% employee contribution through our Mines Defined Contribution Plan and an incredible 12% employer contribution with immediate 100% vesting for our Administrative Faculty positions!Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees.For this role, that includes:* Flexible health and dental care options* Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.* Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution* Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)* Free RTD EcopassAll Mines employees also have access to
through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines
home games, as well as access to the state-of-the-art
(fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the . We are proud to have recently opened an on . For more details about benefits at Mines, visit .**How to Apply****Interested applicants should apply online as soon as possible but before Monday, October 13, 2025**. If you submit your application after October 13, 2025, it may or may not be considered.How to Apply: Applicants must submit a letter of application addressing this position specifically and a curriculum vitae. References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and applicants will be informed before that contact is made.Contact Dorie Gelber, Human Resources, at dorie.gelber@mines.edu with any questions about this opportunity.**Background Investigation Required** **Prior to Start**Accommodations - It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities to promote diversity and inclusion at Mines. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment*.*If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance.Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the best public school in the state for best value colleges. Mines is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver.
The campus location offers a small-town ambiance with close proximity to all that the Denver metropolitan area has to offer with an abundance of cultural events, museums, theaters and sporting venues. An arid climate and an average 300 days of sunshine per year make the area an ideal place to live, work and play. We seek individuals who value a diverse and inclusive community – offering different perspectives, experiences, and cultures that enrich the educational and work experience.
Come explore the possibilities! #J-18808-Ljbffr