"Didactic/Clinical Adjoint Academic Faculty Instructor/Sr. Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor"

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado, College of Nursing is seeking exceptional nurses with graduate education who have recent clinical experience and interest in teaching nursing in an academic setting. These adjunct academic faculty positions have direct teaching and student evaluation responsibilities and will provide didactic/clinical instruction for students formally enrolled in nursing education courses at the University of Colorado, College of Nursing. Faculty rank will depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Class Coverage: The College of Nursing enrolls over 1,200 students in four academic degree programs: BS, Masters, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and PhD. The number of student/s will vary from a ratio of 1-35 to 1-100 depending on the specific course and the level of the students. It is expected that this individual will assume the direct teaching responsibilities in classroom, online, or hybrid environments.
• Learning Experiences: This position is responsible for assuring that the learning experiences provided are congruent with the overall curriculum, course competencies, and integrate clinical and research knowledge.
• Evaluation: Assess student learning and communicate evaluations with student(s) directly. The final evaluation and grade will be the responsibility of this position.

Work Location: Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule as needed.

Why Join Us:

CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three incredible hospitals - the VA, the nationally ranked University of Colorado Hospital, and the Children's Hospital Colorado where our nursing students and faculty learn every day. From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023). Our faculty, students and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace -- helping make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Instructor Adjoint (Academic):
Graduate degree from accredited institution with appropriate specialty/discipline content to available didactic/clinical teaching needs
Evidence of teaching experience
Previously held the rank of Instructor at a comparable higher education institution.

Sr. Instructor Adjoint (Academic):
Graduate degree from accredited institution with appropriate specialty/discipline content to available didactic/clinical teaching needs
Evidence of teaching experience.
Previously held the rank of Sr. Instructor at a comparable higher education institution.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

RN license
BS degree in nursing
Clinical experience
Evidence/Documentation of the quality of teaching
APRN certification preferred as appropriate

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to support a healthy work environment.
• Ability to critically think and problem-solve to achieve program objectives.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by December 31st, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as
- $2,942 for initial credit hour and $1,705 for each subsequent credit hour at Adjunct academic Instructor;
- $3,168 for initial credit hour and $1,842 for each subsequent credit hour at Adjunct academic Sr. Instructor
- $3,350 for initial credit hour and $1,945 for each subsequent credit hour at Adjunct academic Assistant Professor;
- $3,948 for initial credit hour and $2,194 for each subsequent credit hour at Adjunct academic Associate Professor;
- $4,900 for initial credit hour and $2,450 for each subsequent credit hour at Adjunct academic Professor.