Adjunct Assistant Professor-CEMS

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science in the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota seeks to hire an adjunct assistant professor (9403A) to provide recitation support for MATS 3011: Introduction to Materials Science, a 3-credit course.

Successful candidates will be expected to teach one undergraduate course in the fall semester, hold office hours, and advise students. In addition, the adjunct faculty member should continue personal growth within the profession, keep current within the field, and broaden his/her/their knowledge and expertise of materials science and engineering concepts. The appointment may be renewable for an additional term or terms based on need, funding, and performance.

The duties associated with this position are: teach one undergraduate course (40%), hold office hours (25%), and advise students (25%), and assess student work (10%)

Required qualifications:
Ph.D. in materials science and engineering or a closely related field and previous teaching experience at a college or university.

Preferred qualifications:
Demonstrated excellence in teaching as a graduate student; professional/industrial experience in materials science and engineering or closely related field.

To learn more about the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota, please visit the department website (https://cse.umn.edu/cems).

Fixed Pay Rate: $7,200 per semester

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

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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

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.

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).