English/Literature/English Education Tenure Track Faculty Position

About the Job

Position

Full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education (HSSE) Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota, starting August 2025. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience, and a competitive fringe benefits package is offered. Final job offer is contingent upon receipt of official transcripts, complete background check, and authorization to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for VISA or STEM sponsorship.

Responsibilities

The HSSE Department seeks a tenure-track faculty candidate who will carry a full-time load of twelve credits per semester. The candidate will teach courses in English, American Literature, World Literature, and English Education methods.

Along with classroom instruction expectations, the successful candidate will:

• advise students
• participate in recruitment and retention efforts
• engage in department and campus service activities
• enhance programs and student experiences
• help expand our network within the field to benefit our programs, student experience, and student employment opportunities
• provide service to the unit, department, and university
• work collaboratively with faculty colleagues

A tenure-track appointment carries a 24.0 credit hour workload per academic year, distributed over the fall and spring semesters.
This position is not eligible for VISA or STEM sponsorship.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral level degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in English, Literature, or related field from a regionally accredited university, completed by the start of contract.
• Commitment to working with diverse populations and fostering social justice.
• Knowledge and experience with program assessment.
• Passion for teaching and student-centered service.
• Ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to deliver effective teaching in both the on campus and online environments.
• Ability to demonstrate cultural competency
• Commitment to an experiential educational philosophy within the scope of a modern land grant mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• A scholarly research agenda that advances the field, including research and publication.
• Experience teaching online courses.
• Experience mentoring student teachers placed in K-12 school settings.
• 18 graduate credits in communication arts and literature education courses.
• Three years of experience as middle school or high school teacher of record.

Pay and Benefits



Pay Range: $65,000 - $72,000; 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 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. For full consideration, submit application materials by February 15, 2025. Application materials will include a current CV, a cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.

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

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, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

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).