"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.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

(Detailed per rank: Instructor Adjoint, Sr. Instructor Adjoint, etc. - Graduate degree, teaching experience, previously held rank at comparable institution.)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

(Per rank: RN license, BS in nursing, clinical experience, evidence of teaching quality, APRN certification preferred.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Competencies:

• 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 26th, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

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.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125