Adjunct HSEM Instructor

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 2,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks instructors to teach Honors Seminar courses through the University Honors Program. Instructors will engage fully with high-ability students in a collaborative environment and offer innovative seminars addressing technical, economic, societal, cultural and ethical dimensions of contemporary challenges.

Seminars vary in credit, are open to students from all disciplines, and emphasize interactive learning.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent in the field.
• PhD or terminal degree relevant to proposed subject is preferred; may include notable leadership.
• Past or current affiliation with the University of Minnesota faculty.
• Experience teaching undergraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Honors Seminar courses to engaged, high-ability students.
• Contribute to course development and effective engagement across disciplines.

Skills

Teaching experience

Affiliation with university faculty

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent

PhD or terminal degree

Job description

Details

• Job ID 375445
• Location Twin Cities
• Job Family Academic
• Full/Part Time Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary Regular
• Job Code 9404A
• Employee Class Instr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp

About the Job

The University Honors Program seeks instructors to teach Honors Seminar courses. Teaching an honors seminar is a unique opportunity to work with fully-engaged, high-ability students in an interactive environment. Each year, we offer around 40 honors seminars from faculty across the University addressing the technical, economic, societal, cultural and ethical aspects of the many challenges facing our society in the 21st century.

Seminars are offered for two or three credits, are open to students from all disciplines (typically lack specific course prerequisites), and have enrollments limited to 19 students. 2xxx-level seminars are designed to be introductory and yet comprehensive courses focused on innovative ideas and topical issues. 3xxx-level seminars may address more complex themes through advanced reading, writing, and critical thinking.

Approved Honors Seminar Proposal submitted by November 1st for the following academic year (applications are accepted via z.umn.edu/hsemproposal beginning in August of each year).

Qualifications

Required Qualifiations:

• Master's Degree or equivalent for field

Preferred

• PhD or Terminal Degree relevant to proposed subject, OR noteworthy professional and political leadership on the proposed subject
• Past or current affiliation with the University of Minnesota faculty
• Experience teaching undergraduate students

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: Pay $2400/credit ($4800 per semester for a 2-credit course or $7200 per semester for a 3-credit course); position is not benefits-eligible depending on education/qualifications/experience.

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

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 University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.