About the Job

This is a tenure-track faculty position. The College of Education and Human Service Professions and the Department of Education seek an excellent educator in Physical Education committed to anti-racist pedagogy and social justice. This is a tenure track position, either Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank. The salary range for this position will be $50-$80,000, based on experience. This faculty position consists of teaching courses in the Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program to pre-service and practicing teachers, advising students, providing professional, community, and university service, and mentoring and supervising students in field placements. Scholarship that advances the field, including research and publication, is required.

The start date of this position is August 18th, 2025.

Individuals with underrepresented and/or marginalized identities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Required/Essential Qualifications:

Applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Education

1. A PhD or Doctorate in Physical Education or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university completed by the time the contract begins.
2. An active commitment to working with diverse populations and fostering socially just, culturally responsive, and antiracist practices in higher education or community settings.
3. A robust and articulated research agenda.

Applicants for the position of Associate Professor must meet the requirements above and possess a distinguished record of academic achievement (scholarly research or other creative work, teaching, and service) that satisfies the criteria for Associate Professor status in the College of Education and Human Service Professions at the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 3 years of teaching experience in Physical Education in P-12 school settings.
2. Understanding and experience with SHAPE America Standards and the specialized activity categories in PE, such as lifetime outdoor pursuits, adventure education, inclusive school PE practices, team sports, fitness activities, dance, and aquatics.
3. Demonstrated teaching success in higher education and mentoring of undergraduate students.
4. Research with a specific focus on Physical Education or the like.
5. Teaching experience in Health Education in P-12 school settings.
6. Demonstrated success working effectively with culturally diverse students, colleagues, and communities, including intercultural communication skills, awareness of diverse cultural values and beliefs, and willingness to examine your biases.
7. Experience, knowledge base, and commitment to American Indian or other Indigenous people and communities through research, teaching, and/or service.
8. Evidence of engaging in P-12 community partnerships.
9. Teaching experience in P-12 school settings.
10. Record of published scholarship and successful grant writing.

About the Department

The Department of Applied Human Sciences (AHS) is one of five departments within the College of Education and Human Service Professions. It is home to nearly 40 full-time and part-time faculty members with teaching and research interests in multiple degree programs: Public Health, Physical Education Teacher Education, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, Childhood Nature Studies, and Environmental and Outdoor Education.

The curriculum of the degree programs reflects the accreditation standards of the various disciplines. Students graduate from these degree programs with a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree. There are currently over 500 majors enrolled in the degree programs offered by the department. The students in the programs come from Minnesota, Wisconsin, across the Midwest, and nationally and internationally. Our department strongly supports international educational opportunities and interdisciplinary work. More information is available at d.umn.edu/ahs.

The College of Education and Human Service Professions promotes research and practice in the social and human sciences. Our collective teaching, scholarship, and service support student development as engaged citizens, reflective learners, critical thinkers, and evidence-informed practitioners in a culturally sensitive, socially-just learning environment. The college is committed to and is a campus leader in the areas of diversity/anti-racist work, community outreach and sustainability. The college has been nationally and regionally recognized for programs that partner with and serve Indigenous communities.

The University of Minnesota Duluth was recently ranked one of the top 50 regional universities in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Reports). The campus offers a robust set of American Indian programs and is in close proximity to many Indigenous nations. The city of Duluth, located approximately two and a half hours north of Minneapolis, is nationally ranked as one of the best places to live and work. Perched at the western end of Gichigami (Lake Superior), the largest freshwater lake in the world and surrounded by natural forests, Duluth offers some of the best outdoor recreational activities and boasts of thriving industries in technology, healthcare, aviation, and education. The city of Duluth is recognized as a “climate refuge city.

Pay and Benefits



Pay Range: $50,000 - $80,000; 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

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You can complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To apply for this position, go to http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ and search for the job opening number 346143.

Complete applications must include:

1. A letter of application detailing in one document your commitment to inclusion and social justice, culturally responsive, antiracist practices, your research agenda, and information about preferred qualifications.
2. Current Curriculum Vitae.

Professional references will be requested from finalists early in the search process via SkillSurvey References, the University’s online, automated reference-checking tool.

To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials online by November 25, 2024. Letters of application will initially be anonymized before review and must address qualifications independent of the CV or other documents.

This position will remain open until filled. The starting date is August 18th, 2025. Successful candidates may be asked to supply additional materials.

Please send any inquiries to:
Dr. June Lee, Search Chair
junelee@d.umn.edu

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the University of Minnesota Disability Specialist at 612-624-3316. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

The University of Minnesota is an equal-opportunity educator and employer.

Smoking, chewing tobacco, and using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on all UMD property, including indoor facilities, campus grounds, and University vehicles.

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 MSRS or PERA for any eligibility limitations.

Diversity

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

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 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).