Adjunct Instructor, Ecosystem Science and Sustainability - Open Pool

Colorado State University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Ecosystem Science and Sustainability department in Fort Collins, CO. This in-person position involves teaching courses related to ecosystem science and sustainability. The role is temporary and contingent on enrollment for fall, spring, or summer terms. The university offers competitive salaries and a supportive work environment focused on education, research, and community service.
Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title
Adjunct Instructor, Ecosystem Science and Sustainability - Open Pool

Position Location
Fort Collins, CO

Work Location
Position is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number
202400332F

Proposed Annual Salary Range
$46,000 - $55,000

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Position Type
Faculty

Work Hours/Week

Description of Work Unit

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 opportunities.

Ecosystem Science and Sustainability (ESS) is an academic department within the Warner College of Natural Resources. The mission of ESS is to advance understanding, develop and share insight, and provide leadership for decision makers at the forefront of local, regional and global sustainability challenges. Department faculty use state-of-the-art technologies and approaches to provide quality education to future scientists, educators and decision makers, conduct cutting edge interdisciplinary research, and deliver culturally relevant outreach programs that empower our students and the general public locally, nationally, and internationally.

The department delivers two undergraduate majors (BS in Ecosystem Science and Sustainability; BS in Watershed Science and Sustainability), one undergraduate minor (Watershed Science), five graduate degrees (MS & PhD in Ecosystem Sustainability; MS & PhD in Watershed Science; Professional Science Masters in Ecosystem Science and Sustainability) and two graduate certificates (Carbon Management; Water Resources).

Tenure/Tenure Track?

% Research

% Teaching
100

% Service

% Administration

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Department of Ecosystem Science and Sustainability is accepting applications from individuals who are interested in securing temporary instructor positions within the ESS Department. Instructors may teach in person or online courses in areas of their expertise and are hired periodically for fall, spring, and/or summer term, contingent upon enrollment. Detailed descriptions of the department and its faculty, programs, and courses are available on the webpage: https://warnercnr.colostate.edu/ess/.

Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications
• Master's degree in relevant field or a combination bachelor's degree, certification in a field directly related to teaching assignments.
• Teaching experience in a course related to Ecosystem Science, Sustainability, and/or Water Resource Management

Preferred Job Qualifications
• Expertise, experience, and knowledge of the course content
• Professional Experience in a field related to Ecosystem Science, Sustainability, and/or Water Resource Management
• Evidence of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and practice

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Names and contact information for four references

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. 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.

This pool is valid through November 1, 2025, at which time the pool will expire. Applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

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.

Search Contact
Rich Conant (Rich.Conant@colostate.edu)

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