Instructor and/or Assistant Professor (English, Linguistics, & Writing Studies)

The Department of English, Linguistics, & Writing Studies at the University of Minnesota Duluth invites applications for its pool of instructors and/or assistant professors for the 2024-25 academic year. Term contracts only; positions contingent on funding.

Appointments have an anticipated start date of Spring Semester 2025 (1/15/25). Courses taught will likely include College Writing (with first-year students) and/or Advanced Writing for majors in Business, Science, Engineering, and Human Services (with third to fourth-year students). These courses take a rhetorical approach to guide undergraduate students in improving their information literacy, critical thinking, and writing processes at the college level and beyond.

We actively and intentionally support inclusive learning and workplace environments, and the well-being of our faculty and students. We are actively committed to developing equity-centered practices in our program and classrooms. The University of Minnesota offers professional development and advancement to all teaching specialists and lecturers. Work arrangements include in-person, onsite responsibilities, with some hybrid flexibility.

The successful candidate has a demonstrated commitment to pedagogy, assessment, and course design that promotes accessibility and equity. The successful candidate has demonstrated interest and experience in teaching students throughout their undergraduate years and composition/rhetoric; shows evidence of ongoing professional development and engagement; values participating in and contributing to an active community of reflective practitioners.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant field, such as English, Writing Studies, Composition/Rhetoric, Journalism, or Technical Communication.
• Two semesters or three quarters of relevant teaching experience at the college level (graduate TA experience acceptable).
• Evidence of excellence in teaching in higher education (see Teaching Portfolio contents in "How to Apply" below).
• Demonstrated commitment to instruction that supports diverse learners and builds inclusive classroom environments.
• Effective written communication skills appropriate to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant field.
• Two or more years of relevant teaching experience at the college level.
• Experience teaching a variety of upper- and lower-division courses such as those offered by the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD).
• Effective teaching and communication skills appropriate to the position.
• Ability to design and deliver instruction through an online course management system (e.g., Canvas).
• Demonstrated experience with assessment.
• A record of ongoing professional development related to writing instruction or experience taking on new challenges related to undergraduate writing instruction.

Pay Range: Non-tenure Track (Instructor): $43,217 - $57,623; Assistant Professor: $48,971 - $65,294; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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.

Complete applications will include:

• Cover letter addressing the required qualifications.
• CV/Resume.
• Contact information for three references.
• Official or unofficial transcripts.
• A teaching portfolio consisting of:
  • Two teaching artifacts that demonstrate alignment with this position description and our program outcomes.
  • A description of the significance of these two artifacts not to exceed 200 words.
  • A sample syllabus.
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as student or peer evaluations.

Completed applications will be reviewed beginning November 11, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.

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.

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

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).