Adjunct Instructor - Engineering

Job Duties Include:

• Teaching:
• Develop and teach courses
• Demonstrate high command of their subject matter
• Have well organized course plans and deliver courses clearly to students
• Make an effort in curricular development Help students fulfill their academic needs
• Maintain a consistent and positive student teaching evaluation record
• Supervise student research
• Advise students regarding both specific coursework and broader academic or career goals, both inside and outside the classroom
• Research:
• Make original contributions to the knowledge and interpretation of their field
• Establish their own research program, and earn an excellent reputation in their field exceptional distinction in scholarship
• Publish refereed journal articles of satisfactory quality and quantity
• Make effort in seeking external research funding
• Service:
• Participate in ongoing professional activities of one's discipline Hold an official position such as an officer or program or section chairperson
• Conference organization
• Consultant to press, journal, institution, industry, or government because of one's expertise
• Participation in campus or system-wide committees
• Outreach or community service that is reasonably related to the professional role of a faculty member

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant field
• One year of relevant teaching experience at the college level (graduate TA experience acceptable)
• Effective written communication skills appropriate to the position
• Experience in using technology for teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant field
• Two or more years of relevant college-level teaching experience or professional experience in a relevant field
• Experience teaching a variety of upper and lower division courses such as those offered by the UMD
• Effective teaching and communication skills appropriate to the position
• Expertise in using technology for teaching
• Demonstrated experience with assessment
• Evidence of the ability to work effectively with diverse groups

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rate: $5,700 lump sum

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

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).