Colorado State University

Political Science Instructors - Open Pool 2026

Location
Fort Collins, CO
Pay
$46,000 – $50,000 per year
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
August 31, 2026

About this position

Job Description Position Summary: This is an open pool for adjunct instructors in the Political Science department a Colorado State University. The Department will review applications for instructors to teach undergraduate courses on an as-needed basis throughout the year. When positions become available, they may be offered 4.5-mos or 9-mos academic appointments and may include an option for summer teaching. Positions needed may be for both online or in-person classes. Please apply knowing that in-person teaching maybe required. Salary is dependent on degree type, teaching load, and service expectations. Description of Work Unit: The Department of Political Science at Colorado State University provides quality undergraduate and graduate educational programs to enhance students' knowledge about government, politics and public affairs. Our curriculum covers the breadth of the Political Science discipline including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, and public policy and administration with an additional and unique specialization in environmental politics and policy. Our students develop strong critical thinking and analytical skills and learn to effectively communicate complex ideas. Our faculty and graduate students conduct research to advance knowledge about government and politics and to identify solutions to societal problems in the United States and around the world. Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation's leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor oppo

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$46,000 – $50,000 per year
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$5,000/ course, n=72

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