Lecturer in Executive Programs

Position Details

CU Denver

Official Title: Lecturer

Working Title: Lecturer in Executive Programs

FTE: Part Time | Hybrid

Salary Range: $20,000 per 3-credit graduate course (or pro-rated equivalent)

Position #00794208- Requisition #37333

About the University of Colorado - Denver

CU Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit www.ucdenver.edu.

About the CU Denver Business School

"Denver Built. Global Ready". At the CU Denver Business School, we make the most of being deeply embedded in the heart of Denver and the nation's fastest growing economy. You'll find a welcoming, inclusive community that encourages what you bring with you and what you aspire to be. We're ready to equip any future - locally and globally. We offer more choices than any other Business School in Colorado, with 14 Undergraduate Majors, 5 Industry Programs, 5 MBA Options, 3 Centers of Excellence, and 10 Master of Science Programs. We rank at the top for Social Mobility in Colorado, maintaining over three-hundred Business relationships in Colorado and across the country. 80% of our career-minded students work while enrolled, opening doors and lowering barriers to success. CU Denver Business School is the #1 top-ranked national university in Colorado for campus ethnic diversity (US News).

Job Description

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The CU Denver Business School seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The CU Denver Business School seeks to establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers for Executive Programs from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure-track positions will be made. Appointments will be part-time (less than 50% FTE) and will be made semester-by-semester, as teaching needs arise.

This posting does not necessarily reflect a current, open position. This temporary Lecturer pool is anticipated to remain continuously active through May 2026, at which point all applications will be cleared from the pool. Applicants will be welcome to apply to future pools after that date.

Lecturer in Executive Programs

What you will do:

Lecturers selected from this pool will teach classes in Executive Programs at the CU Denver Business School (Executive MBA, Executive MBA-Aviation, or future executive programs). Duties include delivery of tailored instruction to a variety of language and cultural backgrounds in accordance with prescribed curricular objectives and outcomes, preparing for each class ahead of time with balanced rigorous lesson plans, assessing student progress according to curricular objectives and outcomes, and adhering to program policies and procedures by reporting student offenses (plagiarism, cheating, absences, etc.).

Classes taught will be at the graduate-level and will generally be limited to three credit hours. Lecturers teaching these classes will instruct in either one or multiple teaching modalities (in-person, online-remote, or hybrid).

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

*Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.*

• Master's or terminal degree in a business or subject-related field.
• Recent significant professional, technical, or managerial experience in the discipline related to the teaching assignment; at a minimum, significant experience is interpreted as at least eight years of duties and responsibilities.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Prior experience working in the capacity of a consultant, preferably with an ongoing position that is client facing.
• Prior experience teaching or guest lecturing in a graduate program on the topic of business.
• Previous experience collaborating with MBA-level projects, either as a facilitator, participant, or client.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and proficiency in related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring and teaching in related discipline.
• Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities.
• An ability to effectively plan, establish and implement teaching goals and objectives independently without guidance and direction from other faculty.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

Conditions of Employment

Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required. The CU Denver Executive MBA is an accelerated professional program eighteen months in length. The schedule of a standard course is eight weeks, with four in-person class sessions on Friday and Saturday in weeks one and five. All other class sessions are either synchronous online or asynchronous, with in-office hours contingent upon the modality of teaching assignment(s).

Employment Sponsorship

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

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 workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $20,000 per 3-credit graduate course. Compensation for non-3-credit appointments will be set at a pro-rated amount.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based 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 the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is 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.

Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline

Thank you for your interest in this pooled requisition. Currently, applicants to this requisition are not subject to an interview process, but are reviewed and considered for appointment as teaching needs arise throughout the 2025 - 2026 academic year.

Required Application Materials:

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

• A current CV/resume detailing specific experience and qualifications for the position
• List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to David Chandler, Associate Dean of Executive Programs Executive Programs, by email at David.chandler@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Policy

CU Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.