Continuous Search - Instructor or Assistant Professor

The Department of Studies in Justice, Culture, & Social Change at the University of Minnesota Duluth seeks to add up to ten people to its pool of temporary instructors and/or assistant professors available to teach one or more courses in our Anthropology, Criminology, Sociology, and Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies programs, beginning with the Spring 2022 semester (January 6, 2022). Members of this applicant pool also will be considered to teach classes in future semesters (i.e., Summer 2022, Fall 2022). Appointments may include day classes, evening classes, or both, depending on need and availability. Duties/responsibilities may include service to the Department and/or College. Term contracts only; positions contingent on funding. Note: Being a member of the pool does not ensure a contract will be offered; course offerings, and therefore teaching appointments, vary with demand and available funding.

Required/Essential Qualifications:

Applicants for the position of Instructor are required to have:

• At least a master's degree by the start of the appointment from an accredited university in a relevant field, such as Anthropology, Sociology, Criminology, Justice Studies, Women's Studies, Cultural Studies, or Social Work;
• One year of relevant teaching experience; and
• Effective written communication skills appropriate to the position.

Applicants for the position of Assistant Professor must meet the above requirements and have a Ph.D. by the start of the appointment from an accredited university in Anthropology, Sociology, Criminology, Justice Studies, Women's Studies, Cultural Studies, or Social Work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of relevant college-level teaching experience or professional experience in a relevant field;
• Experience teaching a variety of upper and lower division courses such as those offered by the UMD Department of Studies in Justice, Culture, & Social Change;
• Effective teaching and communication skills appropriate to the position;
• Experience in using technology for teaching;
• Demonstrated experience with assessment; and
• Evidence of the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. A complete application file consists of a cover letter and curriculum vita. The cover letter and CV must be attached during the application process. Candidates referred for further consideration will be asked to submit supporting materials (e.g., three current letters of reference, teaching evaluations, course syllabi, teaching philosophy). Review of complete applications for courses to be offered in Spring 2022 will begin September 1, 2021, and continue until positions are filled.

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If you have started receiving retirement annuity payments from the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) or Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) your eligibility for this position may be impacted. Please contact UM Benefits at 1-800-756-2363 for any eligibility limitations.

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The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Veterans and individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

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.

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