Lecturer

University of Colorado • Denver, CO

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds. The Department of Economics is seeking a Lecturer with an MA degree or higher in Economics or a related field to fill a temporary, part-time (less than 50%), non-tenure-track teaching position beginning January 2026. The Department seeks a lecturer to teach Economics courses, such as Principles of Macroeconomics, International Finance, International Trade, Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory, and graduate level Macroeconomic Theory. This position will teach no more than two courses per semester. Appointments will be made semester-by-semester, depending on the needs of the department and subject to budgetary approval. Lecturers are responsible for designing, developing, and delivering educational content to enhance learning outcomes and/or academic research to advance knowledge and innovation. These positions require strong communication skills, academic expertise, and a commitment to advancing knowledge through teaching and research.

Requirements

• M.A. or M.S. in Economics or related field.
• Ability to communicate in a positive and effective manner, across various modalities.
• Ability to effectively listen and share relevant information.
• Ability to establish and respond to, as well as, balance multiple work priorities, follow through, and meet established deadlines.
• Intentionally contribute to a respectful, equitable, positive, and professional workplace.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Understanding of the needs of a diverse student population.
• Strong commitment to student education and success.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Economics or related field.
• Experience teaching in a higher education environment in related field to teaching assignment(s).
• Experience in online or hybrid delivery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as instructor of record for course(s) assigned.
• Deliver curriculum, design, and grade assessments and assign grades.
• Work with the department to ensure that the class meets pedagogical standards and is appropriate scaffolded in curriculum.

Benefits

• The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
• Benefits: https\://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
• Total Compensation Calculator: http\://www.cu.edu/node/153125

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees