Instructor or Senior Instructor (CCAF)

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

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About The Position

This position will be responsible for in-person and online teaching of undergraduate and graduate students, primarily in courses at the 100 through 500 level. For full consideration, application materials should be submitted by: April 23, 2026, 11:59pm (MT). The Department of Agricultural Biology is committed to excellence in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about insects, plant pathogens, and weeds. Further, Agricultural Biology applies this knowledge to solving practical problems related to: (1) management of pests in production agricultural systems, in natural resources and recreational environments, and in residential and public areas; (2) environmental quality, and (3) human and animal health. The Department encompasses the disciplines of entomology, plant pathology, and weed science – thus providing unique opportunities to address critical issues that cut across disciplinary boundaries. Agricultural Biology focuses its teaching, research and outreach missions in four program areas each of which involves all three of the department’s disciplinary roots in entomology, plant pathology, and weed science. These programs are: 1) Genomics and Molecular Biology, 2) Ecology and Biodiversity, 3) Biology and Management of Invasive Species, and 4) Integrated Pest Management. Agricultural Biology emphasizes knowledge of pests and related organisms; the roles that they play in ecological, economic and social systems; and the application of such knowledge to developing economically and environmentally sound solutions for practical problems. Being interdisciplinary in nature, Agricultural Biology values cooperative and collaborative efforts with other units within the University, as well as other relevant entities in the Colorado and beyond. Essential Job Duties The successful candidate will teach in-person and online high enrollment courses in introductory biology, and courses in one of the following areas- entomology, plant pathology or weed science - depending on department needs and the candidate’s expertise. An 85% teaching appointment is equivalent to teaching four 3-credit high-enrollment courses (>60 students each) per academic year, or a combination of high-enrollment courses and smaller courses (< 60 students each). Service Service to department, college, or campus focused on student success. Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Requirements

• Instructor Required: Master’s degree in biology or relevant discipline
• Experience teaching in-person and online college courses
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment
• Senior Instructor Required: Minimum Master’s degree (or commensurate experience) in biology or related discipline OR Instructor Rank Minimum of 5 years professional experience as Instructor (or equivalent)
• Experience teaching in-person and online college courses
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in biology or related discipline
• Experience as primary instructor for undergraduate or graduate courses
• Ph.D. in biology or related discipline
• Experience as primary instructor for undergraduate or graduate courses

Responsibilities

• teach in-person and online high enrollment courses in introductory biology
• teach courses in one of the following areas- entomology, plant pathology or weed science - depending on department needs and the candidate’s expertise
• Service to department, college, or campus focused on student success

Benefits

• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
• With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees