Lecturer

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 2,460 - 4,720; Part time

Job summary

A leading public research university is seeking lecturers to provide classroom teaching for Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) courses. Responsibilities include developing and teaching courses, advising students, and fulfilling related duties. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree and have experience with course material. This posting is for a pool for future needs within the department. The university values diversity and inclusion in its employment practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with course/subject material.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach ECE courses.
• Advise students regarding academic concerns and school-related organizations.
• Perform other duties related to teaching of a course.

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree in respective area

Job description

About the Job

Lecturers will provide classroom teaching for ECE courses. Responsibilities include:

• 90%: Developing and teaching courses, advising students with regard to academic concerns and school-related organizations
• 10%: Other duties related to teaching of a course.

This is a blanket posting for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and not for a specific vacancy. Applicants will compose a pool for future needs as they arise in the department.

Qualifications

Required qualifications: PhD or equivalent terminal degree in respective area, and experience with course/subject material.

About the Department

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is one of the largest departments within the College of Science and Engineering. Current research areas include Biomedical and Biological Computation Methods; Devices and Systems; Communications, Signal Processing, and Networking; Computer Engineering, VLSI, and Circuits; Fields, Photonics, and Magnetics; Micro and Nano Structures; Sustainable Energy Systems, Power Electronics and Drives; Systems and Controls. To learn more about the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota, please visit the department website.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rate:

• Labs (each number is per credit): Oversight of 10+ lab sections - $4,720; oversight of 4-9 lab sections - $3,700; oversight of 1-3 lab sections - $2,460
• Discussion sections: $1,230 per credit
• Lecture sections: $3,700 per credit

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

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 be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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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

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 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).