Business Law Affiliate Instructor

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,741,286 - 2,041,603; Part time

Job summary

City and County of Denver is looking for part-time affiliate faculty to teach Business Law at MSU Denver. Candidates will deliver course content, grade assignments, and support a diverse student body as they teach 3-9 credit hours.

A Juris Doctorate and state licensure are required. This position is part-time and does not offer benefits. The pay is based on the number of credit hours taught, ranging from $1,264 to $1,482 per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in one or more states.
• Meets College of Business Faculty Qualification Policy criteria.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3‑9 credit hours of business law.
• Deliver course content and prepare lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide feedback.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Management at MSU Denver invites applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions in Business Law (PT MGT‑LAW). Candidates will teach 3‑9 credit hours of business law and work with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3‑9 credit hours of business law.
• Work and interact with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
• Deliver course content to students, preparing lesson plans and course materials.
• Grade student work and provide timely feedback.
• Address student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies.
• Provide academic support to students as needed.
• Deliver instruction consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies.
• Comply with university‑wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies.
• Adapt to new modes of instruction and demonstrate sensitivity to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and licensed in one or more states.
• Meet the College of Business Faculty Qualification Policy criteria to be classified as either SP or IP.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience in the teaching field.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester‑by‑semester basis. They are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. Qualified candidates are expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary

Pay per credit hour assignment ranges from $1,264 to $1,482, based on university policy. Final salary is determined by the number of credit hours assigned.

Benefits

Affiliate faculty are not eligible for the University’s benefit program. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time faculty, but affiliate positions do not participate in that program.

Application Process

Applicants must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site. Required documents include a Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

Closing Date

Open until filled.