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

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

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.

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.

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