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Honors Instructor Pre-Thesis -Open Pool

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025 CLOSED ON 1/11/2026

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Posting Detail Information

Working TitleHonors Instructor Pre-Thesis -Open Pool

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500216F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$46,000-$50,000 (prorated based on FTE)

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week

Description of Work Unit

The goal of the University Honors Program ( UHP ) is to provide an enriched educational program of study for academically talented and motivated students at Colorado State University. Honors students benefit from small, discussion-based seminars taught by some of the University's finest faculty members, personalized academic advising, priority enrollment, opportunities for leadership, research and community service, and special scholarships. Many Honors students choose to live in one of our Residential Learning Communities.

Tenure/Tenure Track?

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To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025

Number of Vacancies

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Position Summary

The Honors Program at Colorado State University seeks applications from qualified individuals interested in facilitating HONR 399: Pre-Thesis. This is a one-credit, primarily online and asynchronous course that supports students in the early stages of their Honors Thesis process. There may be a few pre-arranged in-person meeting dates. The Honors Thesis is an enriching, culminating experience in which students conduct original research, create an end product, and present their findings to a broader audience. While the bulk of thesis work is completed in the HONR 499: Thesis course, the foundation is laid in HONR 399. In this preparatory course, students:

  • Identify and refine a thesis topic
  • Begin foundational research
  • Define appropriate research methods or creative approaches
  • Select and confirm a faculty Thesis Committee

The course includes required assignments and recommended activities that foster critical thinking, methodological awareness, and scholarly independence. Instructors serve as mentors, guiding students as they navigate research design and proposal development within their chosen disciplines.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

  • Master's degree (or equivalent industry experience) in a relevant academic discipline or professional field.
  • Experience conducting or supervising academic research and/or creative scholarship.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor or advise undergraduate students.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to facilitate asynchronous learning environments.

Preferred Job Qualifications

  • Familiarity with undergraduate research and the Honors thesis process.
  • Experience teaching or mentoring in interdisciplinary contexts.
  • A record of applied, creative, or community-engaged scholarship.
  • Interest in supporting student development in areas such as critical thinking, proposal writing, and research design.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application includes the on-line application, cover letter, CV, and a list of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2025. Applicants wishing to remain under consideration after that 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 ContactEmily Morgan, emily.j.morgan@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

Salary : $46,000 - $50,000

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