CU Succeed, Lecturer (Gold)

Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Adjunct Lecturer
Working Title: CU Succeed Lecturer (Gold)
FTE: Part Time
Salary Range: non-compensated (see below for details)
Position #00722892 – Requisition #20282
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About the University of Colorado - Denver 
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We’re the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top ranked bachelors, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of their life and career—for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu. 

Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The CU Succeed program seeks currently employed High School teachers as part-time Lecturers. This program enables high school juniors and seniors to take CU Denver courses in their high schools for dual credit during the school day.

All applicants into this position are seeking approval as CU Denver Adjunct Faculty members to teach CU Denver courses in the high school where they are already employed.

This adjunct lecturer role is a non‑compensated appointment within the CU Succeed program. Individuals approved for this position serve on a voluntary basis and do not receive salary, stipend, or benefits from the University of Colorado Denver. The role is designed to formally recognize and authorize qualified high‑school educators to deliver CU Denver course content in their home schools, in alignment with academic standards and departmental expectations. 

Participation as an unpaid adjunct reflects a collaborative partnership between CU Denver and Colorado high schools to expand dual‑credit learning opportunities and does not create an employment relationship or guarantee future compensated teaching assignments with the university.

CU Succeed Lecturer (Gold) 
What you will do:

• Instructors will teach courses in Colorado High Schools. These instructors are approved by academic departments to offer course content for designated courses.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Masters Degree or 18 credit hours at the graduate level in the discipline you are seeking approval.
• Currently employed in a Colorado High School.

Conditions of Employment 

• This position requires an onsite presence, on the teacher's home high school campus, at the discretion of the home school’s schedule.
• This adjunct lecturer appointment is a voluntary, non‑compensated role and does not constitute a paid employment relationship with the University of Colorado Denver.  

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements  

• The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers. 
• The position requires the ability to effectively collaborate across functions with both CU Denver faculty and staff and with personnel at the partnering high school, including sustained communication, coordination, and shared academic planning.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected]. 

Compensation and Benefits
This adjunct lecturer appointment is a voluntary, non‑compensated role and does not constitute a paid employment relationship with the University of Colorado Denver.  All compensation and benefits should be handled by the instructor’s home institution. 

Application Deadline
Applications for this pooled position will be accepted on a rolling basis for up to six (6) months from the posting date, or [DATE]. Qualified applicants may be reviewed and approved for hire at any point during this period. Early application is encouraged, as the pool may close before the six‑month window if all openings are filled.

Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

• Current Curriculum Vita, including Education (degrees, dates, institutions attended, etc.), Teaching Experience, Publications and References (names, titles and phone numbers)
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• Department specific required education qualifications and additional requirements found here: https://clas.ucdenver.edu/cusucceed/new-lecturer-application

Questions should be directed to Leslie Cummings, [email protected]. 

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.