Part Time Senior Lecturer - SME

About the Job

Responsibilities may include:

• Developing courses; Delivering high-quality teaching to students;
• Developing assessment measures (e.g., exams, quizzes, etc.) and providing students with timely feedback and evaluation; Providing accessibility to students via office hours, UMN email account, etc.; Continuing personal growth within the profession, keeping current with the field, and broadening knowledge and expertise.

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Business Administration
• Minimum of 10 years academic experience; including leadership and curriculum planning
• Minimum of 10 years industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching the following courses

• Ethics
• Strategic Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Corporate Strategy

About the Department

The Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship (SME) Department at the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota (Minnesota Carlson), seeks applicants to fill one 75% Professional and Administrative (P&A) Instructor position starting in Fall 2026.

This individual will start off teaching courses in Business Communication and Strategic Management. Potential additional courses to be added in the following year are a variety of courses at the Undergraduate and Graduate Levels. A 75% P&A Instructor covers courses accounting for 18 credits annually.

Successful applicants will be able to teach at both the undergraduate (e.g., BA) and graduate (e.g., MBA) student levels. They should also be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching at both levels, preferably through reference to past teaching experience at the University of Minnesota or another university. They need not be active researchers in related areas, but such research interest is welcome. They should be able to work with a teaching team to develop curriculum and materials that are consistent across different course sections. They should be willing and able to advise students on all course issues outside of course instruction time during office hours.

The successful applicant will have a terminal degree in Business Administration, Operations, Strategic Management or related field (e.g., Law) along with significant teaching experience. Additionally, preferred candidates will have relevant business industry and communications experience. See required qualifications.

This P&A teaching position is an annual appointment, renewable based on performance, SME Departmental needs, and budget priorities. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $58,000 - $62,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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.