Lecturer - Sociology (Pool)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a temporary part-time Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). This role requires a Master's degree in Sociology or significant experience in the field. The position includes teaching various Sociology courses, both in person and online, to be determined semester by semester.

Applicants must reside in Colorado or be willing to relocate. This appointment does not include full faculty benefits, but sick leave is accrued.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the field or significant experience.
• Letter of Expertise by department chair required.

Responsibilities

• Teach various Sociology courses as per department need.
• Courses may be taught in-person or online.

Education

Master's degree in Sociology

Experience in the field

Job description

Lecturer – Sociology Pool

College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

UCCS will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

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 Sociology 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. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits

This appointment is temporary; therefore, you will not be eligible for the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs, including paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours 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 Sciences at UCCS will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in Sociology 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.

Responsibilities

The position is responsible for teaching various courses for Sociology; 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.

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 is written by the chair of the department to whom the individual will be lecturing for.

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.

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

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