Lecturer - Biology (Pool)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 1,790,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrual of sick leave

Job summary

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is seeking a part-time Lecturer in Biology to join our College of Letters, Arts & Sciences. Responsibilities include teaching various Biology courses, which may be offered in-person, online, or in hybrid modes. This temporary position offers compensation of $1,300 per credit hour and involves creating a pool of applicants for future needs.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in the field or equivalent experience. The university prioritizes inclusivity and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or significant field experience.
• Ability to teach various Biology courses, both in-person and online.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Biology depending on departmental needs.
• Engage with students academically and support their learning.

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or significant field experience

Job description

Lecturer- Biology Pool

College of Letters, Arts & Sciences

**The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.**

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Biology lecturer to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

Salary/Pay Range

$1,300 per credit hour, $2,600 per lab. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

Work Location

Determined by course modality: On-campus, online, or hybrid. Remote teaching opportunities may be available under certain conditions.

Summary

The College of Letters, Arts, and Science (LAS) at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in Biology from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester.

The position is responsible for teaching various courses for Biology; however, exact courses taught will depend on need at the time of hire. The courses may be in person or online.

Please note that we will contact qualified individuals as needed to teach classes. This posting is to create a pool of applicants, should a need arise within the department.

Equal Opportunity

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This position does not include new visa sponsorship for individuals outside the U.S. Candidates must already be in the United States with valid work authorization or an employment-based visa. The university will not initiate sponsorship for those who do not currently hold a U.S. work visa or authorization. If you already have valid U.S. work authorization or are on a visa that permits employment, we welcome your application.

Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We’re excited to welcome new team members and will provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate’s conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree in the field OR significant experience in the field that is outlined in a Letter of Expertise that is submitted to HR in lieu of transcripts. Letter of Expertise is written by the chair of the department which that individual will be lecturing for.