Colorado State University

Sociology Adjunct Instructor - Open Pool 2026

Location
Fort Collins, CO
Pay
$46,000 – $48,000 per year
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
August 8, 2026

About this position

Job Description Position Summary: The Sociology Department hires non-tenure track, temporary, part-time instructors, from an applicant pool for fall, spring, and/or summer terms to teach courses such as introductory sociology, criminology, ethnicity, theory and research methods. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The Department of Sociology will not sponsor a Visa for these positions. Work Unit Description: https://sociology.colostate.edu/ Salary Range: $46,000 - $48,000 Essential Job Duties: Essential job duties vary depending on the course, but may include:Preparing lectures Creating assignments Holding office hours Grading course materials Specific duties will be defined at the time of hire by the supervisor. Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires) Supervision: This position reports to the Department Chair of Sociology. Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree. A master's degree in Sociology, Criminology, or related field. U.S. work authorization. Preferred Qualifications:A Ph. D. in Sociology or related field, is preferred. Experience teaching courses in Sociology or Criminology. Demonstrated commitment to, and evidence of, excellence in teaching the area of Sociology or Criminology. Application Instructions: To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. This is an evergreen posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise. This pool expires December 31, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply. 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. 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 servi

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$46,000 – $48,000 per year
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$5,000/ course, n=72

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