Sociology Affiliate Instructor

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

Job summary

The City and County of Denver are seeking part-time affiliate faculty at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver). This role involves teaching introductory sociology courses in person or online, necessitating a Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field, with a preference for candidates holding a Ph.D. and teaching experience.

Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and references. The pay per credit hour ranges from $1,264 to $1,482, based on university policy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sociology or a related field required.
• Ph.D. in Sociology preferred along with teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory sociology courses and other department-specific courses.
• Prepare lesson plans and course materials.
• Grade student work and provide feedback.
• Address student questions and provide academic support.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication skills

Adaptability to diverse instructional modes

Education

Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions. These positions are temporary, non‑tenure track, and will be filled on a semester‑by‑semester basis as the needs of the Sociology degree program evolve.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory sociology courses and other courses in accordance with department needs and the candidate’s field of study.
• Deliver course content to students in person or online, including morning, afternoon, evening, or online class sections as available.
• Prepare lesson plans, course materials, and assessments.
• Grade student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Address student questions and provide academic support as required and appropriate for the teaching assignment.
• Plan and 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

• Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology or a related field plus teaching experience.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, typically on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Affiliate faculty 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, as determined by university policy.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site. The application should include a curriculum vitae, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references. All documents may be uploaded in a single PDF file or as separate files within one upload field. Once submitted, the application cannot be edited. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Benefits

Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. However, the University does provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution and a member of the Colorado Hispanic‑Serving Institution Network. The University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.