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Colorado State University Instructors - Physics Open Pools in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleInstructors - Physics Open Pools
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number202400128F
Proposed Annual Salary RangePer course/section; full-time 9 month equivalent salary $50,000 - $75,000 though generally part-time
Employee Benefits
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Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Physics maintains a tradition of excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Department faculty participate in research on three continents with programs in many of the most active and exciting areas of physics.
Tenure/Tenure Track?
% Research
% Teaching100
% Service
% Administration
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/30/2025
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
The Department of Physics seeks applications from individuals who are interested in non-tenure track Instructor positions for 2024-2025 for the department. Non-tenure track Instructors will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses. A detailed description of the department and individual faculty are available on the department web page http://www.physics.colostate.edu.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
Master’s degree in Physics or closely related areas, or a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with previous university teaching experience in Physics.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter describing your experience and interest, current resume, and the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
This pool is valid through June 30, 2025, at which time all applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search ContactKristin McLaughlin: kristin.mclaughlin@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents