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Job Description

Position Summary:

The School of Education seeks applications between January 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026, from individuals who are interested in securing temporary instructor positions within the Higher Education Leadership program for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.

Instructors teach hybrid courses (using video conferencing and synchronous learning technologies) in areas of their expertise and are hired periodically for fall, spring, and/or summer term, contingent upon enrollments and need. Reappointment may depend upon performance and the availability of funding.

Detailed descriptions of the School and its faculty, programs, and courses are available on the web page at https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/soe/. Please contact program coordinator for any instructional opportunities.

Full Consideration Date:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by **11:59 p.m. (MT) on June 30, 2026** .

Compensation:

$1,666.67 per credit hour instruction

$50,000 base salary

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications:

+ Earned doctorate in higher education leadership or a related field

+ Demonstrated excellence and experience as a higher education leadership scholar/practitioner/administrator

+ Experience teaching in organizational theory, higher education finance, or related areas

+ At least three years of professional work experience in a higher education setting

Preferred Job Qualifications:

+ Experience in teaching using video conferencing and synchronous learning technologies

+ Experience with mentoring and advising graduate student scholar practitioners

+ Record of scholarship and publication in higher education leadership or a related field commensurate with a research university

Application Instructions:

This is an **open pool** posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by individual faculty members if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on **June 30, 2026** . Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Salary Range

$48,000 to $50,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

+ Review our detailed benefits information here. (http://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)

+ Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

+ For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. (http://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/)

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

Prospective Employees, click here to learn more about CSU's perks and purpose. (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/)

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