Lecturer, University Professor

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Faculty Level/

Title:

Lecturer

Working Title:

Lecturer

FTE:
Part-Time | In-Person/Hybrid/Remote (Dependent on Course Needs)

Salary Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $1,667 per credit hour (undergraduate level) and $1,808 per credit hour (graduate level).

Position #
- Requisition #37781

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Job Description

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY .edu/cu-careers
* The Department of Sociology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences seeks to hire a part-time Lecturer to teach SOCY 3100 - Foundations of Behavioral Health, a undergraduate course that is a core requirement for its newly launched Behavioral Health Certificate in conjunction with the Health & Behavioral Sciences department. The course is scheduled to be offered online. This position will be supervised by the Sociology department chair.

The Sociology Department at CU Denver is a mid-sized department with active, engaged faculty and students. The department hosts a lecturer series each semester, bringing local and regional leaders to speak on current topics, and supports an energetic student club that also hosts events, speakers, and activities for engaging students and faculty.

Lecturer

What you will do:

* Teach the Foundations of Behavioral Health course in the Sociology Department.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

* MA in Social Work, Sociology or related field

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

* PhD in Sociology or related field

* At least one year teaching at the college level

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the institution

* Outstanding customer service skills.

* Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion

* Understanding of Ethical Reasoning and Logic, Language and Scientific Reasoning

Conditions of Employment

* Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.

* Depending on the course(s) available to teach, this position may follow an in-person, hybrid, or remote work structure.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

* The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.

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.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplace engagement .

Employment Sponsorship

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

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $1,667 per credit hour (undergraduate level) and $1,808 per credit hour (graduate level).

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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