Adjunct Faculty – Honors Program – AY26-27
About The Position
This is a general posting to create a pool of applicants for adjunct faculty openings throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. The DU Honors Program cultivates student capacity for original academic inquiry and creative exploration, encouraging students to become self-directed learners who ask new questions and pursue their curiosities. The program's three pillars are its curriculum, community, and contributions to original research, scholarship, and creative activities. The Honors Program offers 1- and 2-credit Honors Seminars. HNRS 2000 and HNRS 3000 are 1-credit courses (50 minutes/week) for second and final-year Honors students, focusing on Honors advising, whole personness, mentoring, and future planning. HNRS 24xx are 2-credit courses (110 minutes/week) for students of all majors, exploring diverse and engaging themes to provide intellectual breadth. These courses are offered in all quarters except summer, and hiring is on a rolling basis. More information on submitting a proposal for Honors Council approval can be found on the faculty resources page, and the Registrar’s schedule of classes is posted on the registrar's website.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Expertise in the subject area
- Record of excellent teaching or student engagement
Nice To Haves
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
Responsibilities
- Meet with students for scheduled class time once per week: 50 minutes for HNRS 2000/3000) or 110 minutes for HNRS 24xx.
- Deliver an Honors-level learning experience
Benefits
- The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
