Apply for Job Job ID362372 LocationDuluth Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9404A Employee ClassInstr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job UMD Swenson College of Science and Engineering is recruiting a part-time adjunct instructor to help teach in the Applied Materials Science (AMS) graduate program. The candidate will be responsible for 3 contact hours per semester, which is the equivalent of teaching a 3-credit course and will be 25% time (10 hours per week). The initial appointment will be for one year, starting August 19th, 2024 through May 18th, 2025, with further appointments contingent upon performance and availability of funding. The AMS program is part of the Advanced Materials Center and is designed to be an interdisciplinary program focused on sustainable and resilient materials and connecting students directly with industry. The course currently consists of a 4-credit lecture (AMS 5101 in the Fall semester and AMS 5201 in the Spring semester) and a 2-credit lab (AMS 5102 in the Fall semester and AMS 5202 in the Spring semester). The adjunct instructor will have the responsibility of co-teaching one or more courses, which includes creating the courses, syllabi, and other instructional materials, creating a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff and other constituents from diverse backgrounds and hold office hours in the Applied Materials Science (AMS) Master's program at UMD. Qualifications Required Qualifications: A Master's Degree in materials science, civil engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, polymer science, polymer engineering, or closely related field Ability to teach concepts of materials science and engineering Research experience in materials science and engineering Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching students in materials science and/or engineering Experience in one or more of the following materials: polymers, metals, composites, concrete, semi-conductors, or other sustainable and resilient material Strong publication record in the fields of materials science and/or engineering Industrial or academic experience in materials science and/or engineering Experience with polymer science, engineering, characterization, and processing Experience with laboratory equipment for materials testing and characterization Experience or interest in life cycle analysis How To Apply 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. 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. Diversity 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. About the U of M 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 f 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). 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.