Sociology Adjunct Instructor - Open Pool 2026

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

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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.