Short-Term Lecturer/Assistant Professor or Teaching Specialist, Division of the Science and Mathematics (Morris)

About the Job

Short-Term Lecturer/Assistant Professor or Teaching Specialist, Division of the Science and Mathematics

Location: Morris 

Full/Part-Time: 10-100% appointment – 9 mo and < 50% time, or <9 mo and any % time

The Division of the Science and Mathematics may need Lecturers/Assistant Professors or Teaching Specialists to teach on a short-term and/or temporary basis during the 2024-25 academic year (August 12, 2024 to May 11, 2025) in one or more of the following areas: 

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Environmental Science
• Geology
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Statistics

About the Job

• The primary responsibility will be teaching undergraduate courses. 
• Some service and research activity may be expected.

Pay: 

$33,190 – $54,880 depending on qualifications and experience 

Qualifications

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• Essential Academic Preparation = Ph.D. or terminal degree for Lecturers, MA/MS or BA/BS for Teaching Specialists. 
• Candidates must have academic preparation appropriate to the specialized teaching field, and must present evidence of successful teaching. 
• Though clear emphasis is on successful teaching, consideration will be given to scholarly attainment of other professional recognition or distinction in the teaching field.

How To Apply

Please apply electronically through the University of Minnesota Online Employment System at: https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs. Complete the basic online application and attach your curriculum vitae and cover letter. Upon request, you may be asked to provide three letters of reference, graduate transcripts, and evidence of teaching potential. If you need assistance negotiating the electronic application process, please contact UMM Human Resources, (320)-589-6024.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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