Job ad submitted by: Glen Powell, University of Minnesota
Job title: Urban Studies Teaching Specialist (9754) / Lecturer (9753) (University of Minnesota)
Hiring institution: University of Minnesota
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota | United States
Application deadline: 04/04/2025
About the Job
Urban Studies Teaching Specialist (9754) / Lecturer (9753)
The Department of Geography, Environment and Society in the College of Liberal Arts seeks a full-time, non-tenure track, Academic and Professional (P&A) position at the rank of Teaching Specialist or Lecturer for its Urban Studies program with an anticipated start date in the Fall 2025 semester. This is primarily an instructional position with advising and administrative job duties. The position involves teaching four courses; provides administrative support to the Urban
Studies Director; and advises Urban Studies majors and minors.
Application and additional details can be found at https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/366897
(If you are a current employee of our organization please use the following link instead: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/int/366897)
Appointment Details
This is a 100%-time, 9-month, Annual Renewable, Academic and Professional (P&A) position. The position is primarily in-person with some possibilities for remote work based on the needs of the department, determined in consultation with the chair.
Responsibilities
Instruction: 67%
Teach 4 courses per year in GES; specific courses determined in consultation with chair and faculty director: Possibilities include:
URBS Internship seminar
URBS Senior Project Seminar
GEOG 1372: Global Cities
GEOG 1301: Our Globalizing World
GEOG 3371W: Cities Citizens and Communities
As instructor, you will be required to develop, prepare and deliver well-crafted courses, demonstrate expertise of the subject matter, supervise Teaching Assistants (if assigned to the course), respond to student and department inquiries, meet with students, hold office hours, and perform grading.
Advising & Administrative: 33%
Work one-on-one with students to develop their individualized plan for graduation and maintain accurate records for each major and minor.
Advise prospective students with admission and program requirements, enrollment, and orientation to the program.
Discuss study abroad, internship requirements and our student organization with all students.
Keep in-person and zoom advising hours that meet student demand at regular intervals.
Hold regular workshops on applying to graduate school and other professional development paths.
Oversee and support the Campus-Life MN Urban Studies Student Association (MUSSA).
Facilitate events such as: welcome event, alumni panels and spring picnic
Maintain department listserv [email protected]
Develop an internship repository to assist URBS students in securing internships
Develop and maintain an alumni list
Assist with onboarding of adjunct instructors
The Teaching Specialist/Lecturer works closely with the faculty director, the department chair, and other members of the department to develop the program curriculum and ensure it is aligned with department, college, and university requirements.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the University of Minnesota employment system at https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/366897
(If you are a current employee of our organization please use the following link instead: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/int/366897)
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.
Applicants must submit the following materials as PDFs:
1. Cover letter
A cover letter that identifies your qualifications and experience relevant to the position. Candidates should identify topics they are interested in or have experience teaching, explain how they will ensure their teaching is inclusive and meets the needs of diverse learners, and detail their experiences that illustrate how they would advise undergraduate students and independently manage a complex administrative workload.
2. Curriculum Vita
3. Names and contact information for three professional references
Review of applications will begin April 4, 2025
This position will remain open until filled.
Requirements
Qualifications
Required:
M.A. in Geography, Urban Studies or related field.
Demonstrated undergraduate teaching experience and effectiveness
Preferred:
Ph.D. in Geography, Urban Studies or related field.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and be capable of delivering high-quality instruction to a diverse student body.
Experience conducting and/or supervising urban research.
Applicants with an M.A. will be appointed at the Teaching Specialist level; those with a Ph.D. will be appointed at the Lecturer level.
