Adjunct Faculty, Global and Public Affairs

The University Of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 5,500 - 7,600; Full time

Job summary

The Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at The University of Denver seeks to hire adjunct faculty from an applicant pool for the 2026/27 academic year. Adjunct instructors teach undergraduate and graduate courses across programs such as Global Economic Affairs, Global Environmental Sustainability, Human Rights, and Public Policy.

We also offer certificates and executive programs. Applicants should be prepared to teach 10-week courses, hold weekly office hours, and assess student

Qualifications

• Master's degree or ABD in a relevant field.
• Professional or academic expertise in the core skills and ability to teach undergraduate/graduate students.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching methods for diverse student populations.
• Experience with course management software (Canvas/Zoom) for assignments, discussions, quizzes, and grades.
• Availability to teach face-to-face in physical classrooms at the University of Denver.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in assigned programs.
• Prepare and teach 10-week courses with two weekly sessions for undergraduates and one session for graduates.
• Hold weekly office hours on campus or via Zoom.
• Evaluate papers and exams and provide timely feedback.
• Possibly participate in online or alternate scheduling arrangements.

Skills

Teaching experience

Canvas/Zoom teaching tools

Education

Master's degree or ABD

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Job description

This is a general posting that will serve to create a pool of applicants for adjunct faculty openings throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. Should we have an opening and be interested in pursuing your application, we will contact you with specific information.

Department Summary

The Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at the University of Denver is an interdisciplinary professional school of international studies that prepares students for careers in the public, private and non-profit sectors. Our program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and networks to design policies, implement programs, and realize outcomes that enhance human capabilities around the world. We offer Master’s degrees in International Development, Human Rights, International Studies, Global Economic Affairs, International Security, and Public Policy. We also offer graduate certificate programs in Humanitarian Assistance, Global Business and Corporate Social Responsibility, Homeland Security, Global Environmental Change and Adaptation, Strategic Intelligence, and Religion and International Affairs. Our joint or dual degree programs are with the Sturm College of Law, Daniels College of Business, the Graduate School of Social Work and the Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies. At the undergraduate level, we offer both International Studies and Public Policy majors and minors.

Position Summary

The Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at the University of Denver seeks to hire adjunct faculty from an applicant pool for the academic year of 2026/27. Adjunct faculty teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. Instructors may be engaged for courses in the degrees in Global Economic Affairs, Global Environmental Sustainability, Human Rights, International Development, International Security, International Studies, and Public Policy. We may also be seeking instructors for our certificates and executive programs in Global Environmental Change and Adaptation, Global Business and Corporate Social Responsibility, Global Health Affairs, Homeland Security, Humanitarian Assistance, Religion and International Affairs, Cultural Diplomacy, Emerging Technology and National Security, and Strategic Intelligence.

Essential Functions

Job requirements for undergraduate classes typically include preparing and teaching a 10-week course on campus in two sessions of 110 minutes each per week, holding weekly office hours (either on campus or virtually, via Zoom video-conferencing), assigning and evaluating papers and exams as appropriate, and being available to assist students with course requirements. Job requirements for graduate classes typically include teaching a 10-week course on campus in one session of 170 minutes each per week, holding weekly office hours (either on campus or via Zoom video-conferencing), assigning and evaluating papers and exams as appropriate, and being available to assist students with course requirements. There is the possibility of alternate scheduling arrangements (shorter courses, alternative time structures, etc.) and delivery modalities (e.g. online courses), but they are specific and less frequent.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or ABD in a relevant field.


• Professional or academic expertise in the core skills associated with the area of expertise and ability to effectively teach these skills to an undergraduate and/or graduate level audience


• Evidence of a commitment to inclusive teaching methods to engage diverse student populations effectively.


• Experience or willingness to learn course management software (e.g. Canvas or similar), especially features including assignment submission, discussion boards, quizzes, announcements, files, and the gradebook.


• Availability to teach classes “face-to-face” in physical classrooms at the University of Denver.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.


• Previous experience teaching a university-level course as the primary instructor.


• Experience interacting with and effectively teaching diverse communities of students.


• Experience using Zoom video-conferencing and the following features of the Canvas course management system: assignment submission, discussion boards, quizzes, announcements, files, and the gradebook.

Application Deadline

Applications are currently being accepted and reviewed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Course Rate

The course rate ranges from $5,500 to $7,600 depending on qualifications and experience.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

Please note: The documents should be uploaded as PDF files only.

1. Cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position, the courses you are prepared to teach (e.g. specify the types or titles of courses with reference to the degrees and certificates listed above), and your approach to inclusive teaching methods.


2. CV that lists degrees earned, sub-field specializations for doctoral comprehensive exam fields, publications, professional experience, and courses taught, where relevant.


3. List of references with email and phone numbers of those who can comment on your qualifications to teach college-level courses.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights (“POWR”) Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.