University Of Minnesota Duluth , MN 55805
Posted 6 days ago
About the Job
Adjunct instructor positions to teach one or more graduate courses in the areas of General Industry Occupational Safety, Fire Life Safety, Environmental Management, Emergency Management, Disaster Preparedness, Ergonomics, Construction Safety, System Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Insurance, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, and Hazard Recognition and Control. Course modality is in-person. Instructors will prepare and deliver curriculum.
Develop curricula for classes to be taught, including assembling materials, developing evaluation instruments and lesson plans, using the learning management system, creating PowerPoint slides, etc.
Job Duties will include:
Teaching
Develop and teach courses
Demonstrate high command of their subject matter
Have well organized course plans and deliver courses clearly to students
Make an effort in curricular development Help students fulfill their academic needs
Maintain a consistent and positive student teaching evaluation record
Supervise student research
Advise students regarding both specific coursework and broader academic or career goals, both inside and outside the classroom
Research
Make original contributions to the knowledge and interpretation of their field
Establish their own research program, and earn an excellent reputation in their field exceptional distinction in scholarship Publish refereed journal articles of satisfactory quality and quantity
Make effort in seeking external research funding
Service
Participate in ongoing professional activities of one's discipline Hold an official position such as an officer or program or section chairperson
Conference organization
Consultant to press, journal, institution, industry, or government because of one's expertise
Participation in campus or system-wide committees
Outreach or community service that is reasonably related to the professional role of a faculty member
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in safety, environmental health, safety management, risk management or a closely related field
One year of relevant teaching experience at the college level (graduate TA experience acceptable)
Effective written communication skills appropriate to the position
Experience in using technology for teaching.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of industry experience
Prior teaching or training experience
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) professional certification
Terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant field
Two or more years of relevant college-level teaching experience or professional experience in a relevant field
Experience teaching a variety of upper and lower division courses such as those offered by the UMD
Effective teaching and communication skills appropriate to the position
Expertise in using technology for teaching
Demonstrated experience with assessment
Evidence of the ability to work effectively with diverse groups
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
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.
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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).
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