Lecturer in Business Analytics

University of Colorado • Denver, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The CU Denver Business School is establishing a pool of lecturers for future temporary, non-tenure-track appointments during the 2026–2027 academic year. Appointments are part-time, less than 50% FTE, and made semester by semester as teaching needs arise. Lecturers teach Business Analytics courses at the undergraduate or graduate level, generally limited to three credit hours, in person, hybrid, or online.

The role involves delivering tailored instruction to students from a variety of language and cultural backgrounds in line with prescribed curricular objectives and outcomes; preparing balanced, rigorous lesson plans before each class; assessing student progress against curricular objectives; and following program policies and procedures, including reporting student offenses such as plagiarism, cheating, and absences. The position follows a hybrid work structure, with remote or office work depending on task demands or personal work preferences. Office work is encouraged for tasks requiring substantial collaboration. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

This position is not eligible for benefits or overtime compensation, and it is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae or résumé. Original transcripts from the highest degree and two letters of recommendation will be requested upon hire; references are checked, and a background check is required before appointment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Operations Research, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Operations Management, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge and proficiency in a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring and teaching in a related discipline.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities.
• Ability to plan, establish, and implement teaching goals and objectives independently, without guidance from other faculty.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience in Business Analytics, Statistics, Operations Management, or Operations Research, with a record of teaching multiple analytics-focused courses.
• Recent significant professional, technical, or managerial experience in the discipline related to the teaching assignment; significant experience means at least three years of duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach Business Analytics courses at the undergraduate or graduate level, generally limited to three credit hours.
• Deliver tailored instruction to students from a variety of language and cultural backgrounds in accordance with curricular objectives and outcomes.
• Prepare balanced, rigorous lesson plans before each class.
• Assess student progress according to curricular objectives and outcomes.
• Adhere to program policies and procedures, including reporting student offenses such as plagiarism, cheating, and absences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level