Lecturer - Chemistry and Biochemistry (Pool)

CU Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 15,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs invites applications for a Lecturer pool in Chemistry and Biochemistry. Appointments are part-time and non-tenure track, with courses taught on campus, online, or in hybrid formats.

Qualified applicants hold a Master's degree in the field or have substantial related experience. The pool supports future temporary teaching needs; applications are reviewed as positions arise.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience teaching at the college level preferred.
• Ability to work in a pool with variable teaching needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach chemistry and biochemistry courses as assigned.
• Contribute to student mentorship and assessment.
• Adapt courses for on-campus, online, or hybrid formats.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry or related field

Job description

Lecturer- Chemistry and Biochemistry Pool

College of Letters, Arts and 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 Chemistry and Biochemistry 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 not 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 Chemistry and Biochemistry 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 Chemistry and Biochemistry, 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.

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.

Applicants 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

• Applicants 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 are written by the chair of the department which that individual will be lecturing for.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This lecturer pool will remain active year-round, but all applications will be cleared from the pool every April. If you are not selected in the current pool, you are welcome to reapply to the link every May.

Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered.

If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or [e-mail].

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.

Application Materials Required: Resume/CV, Unofficial transcript(s)

• A current resume/CV.
• Unofficial transcripts for Masters or, if applicable, Ph.D.

In order for an application to be considered, applicants must label each required attachment with the relevant title, attach the required documents for this position announcement to the submission and check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in the submission.

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Colorado Springs

Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus – 40063 - LAS-Chemistry

Schedule: Part-time

Posting Date: Mar 28, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Monica Killebrew

Posting Contact Email: [e-mail]

Position Number: 00808758