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Job ID: 374532
Location: Twin Cities
Job Family: Academic
Full/Part Time: Part-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job Code: 9753I
Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin
About the Job: The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities occasionally needs Lecturers to teach courses that cannot be staffed by regular faculty or graduate students. Appointments may be full-time or part-time and may be limited to one semester. This does not constitute a posting for vacancies, but establishes a pool of applicants should openings occur during the 2026-2027 academic year (August - May). Applicants will be selected from this pool on an as‑needed basis throughout the current academic year. Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance. This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship. Job duties/responsibilities Prepare and deliver lectures (20%) Prepare homework assignments, quizzes and exams (20%) Assess student work (20%) Hold office hours (15%) Supervise the teaching assistants (15%) Manage the administration of the course (10%)
Qualifications
Required qualifications: Doctorate in mechanical engineering or a related field required for appointment.
The ability to instruct effectively at both the graduate and undergraduate levels to a diverse group of engineering students is required. Expertise and documented teaching activities must demonstrate a strong potential to enhance the department's teaching missions.
Preferred qualifications: Experience teaching engineering curriculum at an institute of higher education is highly desired.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $3,100/ course credit; 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 and Inclusion 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.

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Industry

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Posted

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