Short-Term Lecturer/Assistant Professor or Teaching Specialist, Division of Social Sciences (FY[...]

University of Minnesota; Morris (MN); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Minnesota’s Morris Campus invites applications for Lecturers/Assistant Professors or Teaching Specialists to teach undergraduate courses during the 2026-27 academic year (Aug 17, 2026 – May 16, 2027) in Anthropology, Economics, History, Management, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology. Candidates may hold a Ph.D.

or terminal degree (Lecturer/Assistant Professor) or an MA/MS/BA/BS (Teaching Specialists); a master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Required/Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. or terminal degree for Lecturer/Assistant Professor; MA/MS or BA/BS for Teaching Specialists, masters preferred.
• Candidate must have academic preparation appropriate to the specialized teaching field.
• Though clear emphasis is on successful teaching, consideration will be given to scholarly attainment or other professional recognition or distinction in the teaching field.

Responsabilités

• The primary responsibility will be teaching undergraduate courses.
• Some service and research activity may be expected.
• Teach in Anthropology, Economics, History, Management, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology as needed.

Formation

Ph.D. or terminal degree for Lecturer/Assistant Professor

MA/MS or BA/BS for Teaching Specialists

Masters preferred

Academic preparation appropriate to the specialized teaching field

Description du poste

Location

Morris Campus

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility will be teaching undergraduate courses. Some service and research activity may be expected.

The Division of Social Sciences may need Lecturers/Assistant Professors or Teaching Specialists to teach on a short-term and/or temporary basis during the 2026-27 academic year (August 17, 2026 to May 16, 2027) in one or more of the following areas:

• Anthropology
• Economics
• History
• Management
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Sociology

Qualifications

Required/Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. or terminal degree for Lecturer/Assistant Professor; MA/MS or BA/BS for Teaching Specialists, masters preferred. Candidate must have academic preparation appropriate to the specialized teaching field. Though clear emphasis is on successful teaching, consideration will be given to scholarly attainment or other professional recognition or distinction in the teaching field.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $55,000 - $75,000 annual full-time equivalent, 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.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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 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.