Adjunct Faculty, Global and Public Affairs

The University Of Denver; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 5,500 - 7,600; Part time

Job summary

The University of Denver seeks adjunct faculty for the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs to teach undergraduate and graduate courses for the 2026/27 academic year. Instructors may teach across programs in Global Economic Affairs, Global Environmental Sustainability, Human Rights, and more.

Courses may include 10-week formats with campus delivery, occasional online options, and varying weekly contact hours.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or ABD in a relevant field.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching methods.
• Experience with Canvas or similar LMS and Zoom.
• Availability to teach face-to-face in classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach a 10-week course on campus with two weekly sessions (110 min each) for undergraduates.
• Teach graduate courses in 10-week sessions (170 minutes weekly) and hold weekly office hours, on campus or via Zoom.
• Assign and evaluate papers and exams; assist students with course requirements.
• Adapt to alternate scheduling and online delivery modalities when needed.

Education

Master's degree or ABD in a relevant field

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Inclusive teaching methods

Face-to-face teaching availability

Course management software (Canvas)

Zoom video-conferencing experience

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Global and Public Affairs

Job no: 499016
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Denver, CO
Categories: Faculty
Division: Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs

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.

Course Rate

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

The University of Denver offers 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.

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Advertised: August 28, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

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