Senior Teaching Specialist

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Presencial; USD 3.200 - 9.600; Tempo parcial

Resumo da vaga

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is seeking a qualified senior teaching specialist to teach an evening or weekend course in the Work and Organizations Department of the Carlson School of Management. The role includes teaching, grading, advising students, and maintaining office hours.

Appointments are typically temporary and part-time, with potential renewal based on need, funding, and performance.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Five+ years of professional or academic experience in HR or organizational leadership.
• Teaching or industry experience in AI and workforce impact preferred.
• Experience with strategic HR, workforce planning, and change management.

Responsabilidades

• Design instructional materials and teach a seven-week 2-credit course on AI in the workforce.
• Advise students on academic performance and address concerns.
• Follow University policies and remain current with the field.
• Continue professional growth and broaden expertise.

Conhecimentos

Teaching experience

Advising students

HR practices

Strategic HR

Change management

Formação

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Descrição da vaga

Job ID: 376817

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Academic

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Job Code: 9771I

Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin

About the Job

The Work and Organizations Department in the Carlson School of Management, at the University of Minnesota, needs a qualified senior teaching specialist to teach a course during the evening or weekend within the department. The work will include teaching, grading, assisting students, and holding office hours.

This opening occurs on an as‑needed basis and will usually be temporary, part‑time, partial‑semester or semester‑long appointments. This appointment is not guaranteed renewal, but may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.

The Work and Organizations Department is a leader in impactful research on the workplace, human capital management, leading people, and organizational behavior. Our faculty produce influential scholarship that shapes organizational practice and advances the development of highly effective talent and strong, sustainable organizations. Through deep engagement with the business community and innovative learning environments, we develop the next generation of executives and human capital leaders grounded in research, insight, and realworld relevance.

Responsibilities

• Design instructional materials and teach a seven‑week 2‑credit course examining how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the workforce, talent strategy, and organizational effectiveness. The course will explore the implications of AI for employees, leaders, human resource management, and business operations, with emphasis on AI governance, compliance and ethical considerations, organizational change, workforce readiness, and the effective adoption and scaling of AI across the enterprise.
• Advise students with regard to academic performance in the course and address their concerns.
• Follow UMN policies and requirements pertaining to the role.
• Continue personal growth within the profession, keep current with the field and broaden knowledge and expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years of professional and/or academic experience in human resources, organizational leadership, business, or a related field.
• Teaching, consulting, or industry experience related to artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the workforce, HR practices, and organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic HR, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, or change management.
• Terminal or master's degree plus 5 years of related industry and/or academic experience.
• Previous college‑level teaching experience is preferred.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: This position is paid at $3,200 per credit, with the total payment dependent on the number of credits assigned to the instructor; 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.