Lecturer [Part-time]

University of Colorado System; Denver (CO); Ibrido; USD 40.000 - 45.000; Part-time

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University of Colorado Denver seeks part-time lecturers to teach sociology courses for the new Bachelor of Social Work program. Courses may be on campus or online and positions are non-tenure-track, offered semester-by-semester as needed.

Appointments are temporary with no guaranteed continuation. Candidates should hold a Master's in Sociology or Social Work, have teaching experience, and familiarity with LMS tools such as Canvas.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Sociology or Social Work or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Graduate-level preparation or demonstrated subject-matter expertise relevant to the course or courses assigned.

Mansioni

• Support student learning through effective, engaging instruction.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, discussions, and activities appropriate to course content and modality.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, assignments, assessments, and grading practices.

Conoscenze

Teaching experience

Online/hybrid instruction

Sociology knowledge

Curriculum development

Formazione

Master's degree in Sociology or Social Work

Graduate-level preparation or subject-matter expertise

Strumenti

Canvas

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Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Faculty Level/Title: Lecturer [Part-time]

Working Title: Lecturer

FTE: Part time

Salary Range: Requested Salary Range: standard CLAS lecturerpay rates. The proposed hiring rate for this position is $1,704 percredit hour for undergraduate courses and $1,849 per credit hourfor graduate courses, per semester.

Position #00713525– Requisition #41647

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About the University of Colorado Denver

Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation,research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We'rethe state's premier public urban research university with more than100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degreeprograms. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of theirlife and career—for transformative educational experiences. Acrossseven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and worksalongside students to solve complex challenges and produceimpactful creative work. As part of the state's largest universitysystem, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy,with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $665 million.To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment,visit ucdenver.edu .

Job Description

This posting will establish and maintain a pool of part‑timelecturers with experience teaching sociology courses within theirarea of expertise and courses for the new Bachelor of Social Workfor the Department of Sociology in the College of Liberal Arts andSciences at the University of Colorado Denver. Lecturers may beasked to teach on campus or fully online. This position will besupervised by the Sociology department chair.

By submitting your application, you will become part of anapplicant pool. Candidates hired from this pool will filltemporary, non-tenure track positions and will teach no more thantwo courses per semester. Appointments will be part-time (less than50%) and will be made semester‑by‑semester, depending on the needsof the department and subject to budgetary approval. Therefore,this posting does not necessarily reflect a current open position.We will contact you if an opening suits your qualifications.

Lecturer

What you will do:

Key Responsibilities

• Support student learning through effective, engaginginstruction.
• Prepare and deliver instructional materials, lectures,discussions, and activities appropriate to course content andinstructional modality.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, assignments, assessments,and grading practices consistent with university and departmentalpolicies.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely, constructive feedbackon student learning and performance.
• Maintain regular communication with students, includingscheduled office hours or other appropriate opportunities foracademic support.
• Use the university's learning management system, Canvas, toorganize course materials, communicate with students, and manageassignments and assessments.
• Apply effective teaching approaches that encourage criticalthinking, sociological analysis, and engagement with evidence-basedexplanations of social phenomena.
• Participate in course coordination and communicate withdepartmental leadership regarding instructional needs, asappropriate.
• Comply with university policies governing academic instruction,student evaluation, and professional conduct.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

• Master's degree in Sociology or Social Work or a closelyrelated field from an accredited institution.
• Graduate-level preparation or demonstrated subject-matterexpertise relevant to the course or courses assigned.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• 3 years prior teaching experience at the college or universitylevel.
• Experience with online or hybrid instruction and learningmanagement systems such as Canvas.
• Experience using engaged, experiential, or active-learninginstructional methods.
• Demonstrated ability to support student learning among studentswith varied educational backgrounds and experiences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of sociological and social work concepts, theories,research methods, and contemporary issues relevant to the assignedcourses.
• Ability to communicate complex sociological and social workconcepts clearly and effectively to college students.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to create an academically rigorous and supportivelearning environment.
• Ability to evaluate student learning and provide meaningful,timely feedback.
• Ability to organize course materials, meet instructionaldeadlines, and maintain accurate academic records.
• Ability to use instructional technologies effectively,including learning management systems and online communicationtools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective workingrelationships with students, faculty, and staff.

Conditions of Employment

• Appointments are temporary, part-time, and non-tenure-track,subject to instructional needs and available funding.
• Teaching assignments may require an onsite presence at the CUDenver campus or may be offered through hybrid or remotemodalities, depending on course requirements.
• Occasional evening teaching assignments may be required,depending on departmental scheduling needs.
• Continued appointments are not guaranteed and are dependent oncourse availability, satisfactory performance, and departmentalneeds.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

• Ability to perform instructional and administrative work usinga computer and associated technology.
• Ability to sit or stand for periods associated with classroominstruction, meetings, and computer-based work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleaguesin instructional settings, with reasonable accommodations asappropriate.
• For in‑person courses, ability to perform the essentialfunctions of classroom instruction on campus, with or withoutreasonable accommodation.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in thefuture for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has beenestablished based upon standard CLAS lecturer pay rates. Theproposed hiring rate for this position is $1,704 per credit hourfor undergraduate courses and $1,849 per credit hour for graduatecourses, per semester.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be setbased on a variety of factors, including but not limited to,internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation orbenefits.

Application Deadline

Applications for this pooled position will be accepted on a rolling basis for up to three (3) months from the posting date 11/10/26. Qualified applicants may be reviewed and approved for hire at any point during this period. Early application is encouraged, as thepool may close before the three‑month window if all openings arefilled.

Required Application Materials:

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences asthey relate to listed job qualifications and interest in theposition.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
• Three professional references including name, address, phonenumber (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We willnotify you prior to contacting both on and off-listreferences).

Questions should be directed to [e-mail].

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe andproductive educational, clinical, research and employmentenvironment. All prospective employees and current employees must,therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any finalappointment/employment.