Instructor

Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Instructor
Working Title: Instructor
FTE: Full-time, 1.0 FTE
Salary Range: $51,130 - $67,099
Position #00774662 - Requisition #39306
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Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences on the Downtown Denver (Auraria) Campus has one opening for a limited term, full-time Instructor for the academic year 26-27. This position is a nine-month appointment with 90% teaching and 10% service workload. It entails teaching principally in-person and potentially online (remote, asynchronous) lower-division and upper-division undergraduate courses in Mathematics and Statistics.

Courses taught will be either core general mathematics education courses or course within the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) program in Mathematics or related courses. Teaching load is 27 student credit hours (90%) per academic year.
Instructors will also be expected to provide service in the department as 10% of their appointment.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• MS or PhD in Mathematics, or MS or PhD in Applied Mathematics, or MS or PhD in Statistics, or MS or PhD in a related field.
• Four semesters of part-time or full-time teaching experience, as the sole instructor of a MATH classes combining in-person and online teaching

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Demonstrated mastery of the content to be taught.
• Demonstrated pedagogical effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Ability with various types of teaching technologies (i.e. Canvas, Powerpoint, Zoom, etc.).

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires an onsite presence on campus 3-5 days a week and entails teaching principally in-person.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

• This position may be performed on site, and will require 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 workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

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

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position has been established at $51,130 - $67,099.
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 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. 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

• Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by March 29, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

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

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
• Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).

Questions should be directed to Pamela Whitten, pamela.whitten@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado 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.