The posting
Engineering a world of possibilities
Join us at Colorado School of Mines as an Adjunct faculty member for our Spring 2027 semester! These positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship and will not be in the future.
Adjunct faculty are hired per semester. All the listed courses are taught in a coordinated setting which includes use of the common homework and exams, as well as a common course calendar and learning objectives. At a minimum, adjunct faculty participate in group grading for course exams and will perform other grading duties depending on the course. All course materials and student communications are managed using the learning management system, Canvas.
If you are a current Mines employee on a paid contract, please log into Workday to apply to the internal posting. If you are a former Mines employee and are applying to this external posting as you are not currently active on a paid contract, do NOT use your Mines email address when creating your account to apply.
Dependent on the specific teaching assignment, the rate of pay (stipend) per credit hour assignment can be between $1,000 and $8,000. PLEASE NOTE: These positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship and will not be in the future.
For more about Mines academic program offerings, please visit: https://catalog.mines.edu/undergraduate/
Morning, afternoon, evening, or online classes may be assigned if available. To view Mines Course Catalog, visit: https://catalog.mines.edu/
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes as per course syllabus and schedule to meet the required contact hours, including holding weekly office hours.
- Employ relevant teaching strategies and foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student success.
- Assess student work and progress toward mastery of learning outcomes with timely feedback.
- Develop, assess, and improve course materials, assignments, and delivery (as necessary).
At minimum, we require:
- Master’s degree in related field (Bachelor's may be accepted within specific disciplines)
- Demonstrated prior experience teaching at the college-level or training at a corporate level
Preference given to:
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team and teach in a coordinated setting
- Experience with learning management systems (e.g. Canvas)
- Familiarity with best practices in associated pedagogies
About Mines & Golden, CO When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 36 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2026).
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.
That size – roughly 8,200 undergraduate and graduate students – also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact.
All Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus – nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few.
And don’t get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails – and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers?
Look to Mines.
Salary and Benefits
Dependent on the specific teaching assignment, the rate of pay (stipend) per credit hour assignment between $1,000 and $8,000. Benefits eligibility is determined by assigned courseload.
All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the on-campus Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more), equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center, the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP), and backup child and elder care. Coming soon is an on-campus daycare center. For more information about benefits at Mines, go to mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.
How to Apply If you are a current Mines employee on a paid contract, please log into Workday to apply to the internal posting. If you are a former Mines employee and are applying to this external posting as you are not currently active on a paid contract, do NOT use your Mines email address when creating your account to apply. Email [email protected] with any questions.
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran status) and upload a CV. New candidates who have not already taught at Mines or are applying to teach for a new department should also submit a cover letter describing the candidate’s teaching experience, proven teaching ability, and qualifications including experience with the listed technologies. Candidates may be asked to give a sample lecture during the hiring process. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please send an email to [email protected].
Background Investigation Required Yes
Additional Information and Reasonable Accommodation Requests It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at [email protected] or 303.273.3250 for assistance.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
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