CS&E Lecturer

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a CS&E Lecturer. The role emphasizes teaching five courses per year or an equivalent mix of course design or coordination, with opportunities to supervise teaching assistants and manage course materials.

You will hold office hours, collaborate on curriculum, and contribute to a diverse academic environment in the Twin Cities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Five or more years of teaching and course design experience.
• Evidence of high-quality teaching; preference for software engineering areas and R1 university experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead courses in computer science and engineering.
• Supervise graduate or undergraduate teaching assistants who support the class, if applicable.
• Coordinate course materials including textbooks, packets, exams, etc.
• Hold office hours to provide additional support to students.
• Attend departmental meetings and collaborate with colleagues on course material or other educational tasks.

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job ID 376644

Location Twin Cities

Job Family Academic

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

Job Code 9753

Employee Class Acad Prof and Admin

About the Job

Note: The responsibilities of this position are to teach 5 courses per year or to teach fewer courses but with a commensurate amount of course design or course coordination duties.

• Teaching - 95%
  • Design and lead courses in computer science and engineering.
  • Supervise graduate or undergraduate teaching assistants who support the class, if applicable.
  • Coordinate course materials including text books, course packets, exams, etc.
  • Hold office hours in order to provide additional support to students.
• Miscellaneous - 5%
  • Attend applicable departmental meetings
  • Collaborate with colleagues on course material or other educational tasks, as appropriate

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of teaching and course design experience.
• Distinguished record of academic achievement, specifically, documented evidence of high-quality teaching.
• Preference will be given to applicants (i) whose area of expertise is in software engineering and closely related topics, (ii) who have at least five years of teaching and course design experience, and (iii) who have evidence of teaching excellence in a R1 university setting.

About the Department

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Minnesota has been on the cutting-edge of education, research and outreach for decades. The legacy continues as the department continues to grow and expand its curriculum, research and outreach. You are invited to join our team as the CS&E Lecturer.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Range: $90,000 - $12,000 annually; 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.