FACULTY
POSITIONS
The
University of Minnesota, Crookston is one of five campuses
in the University of Minnesota land-grant system. A small campus with access to big university resources, the U of M, Crookston is
a coordinate campus that provides a unique applied learning
and technology-driven approach to education, research and service.
Our 237-acre campus is located in Northwest Minnesota in
the beautiful Red River Valley, one of the richest and most diversified
agricultural regions in the United States and has an enrollment
of 1,200 full-time students, with a total headcount of approximately
2,100 students. The U of M, Crookston has been
recognized as a U.S. News "Best College" since 1999 in the "Midwest Public
Comprehensive Baccalaureate
Colleges" category. The Crookston campus was ranked one of the "Most Wired Colleges
in America" by Yahoo! Internet Life Online. Our
technology initiatives have been featured in the Wall Street
Journal, Converge magazine, Online Learning
magazine and Minnesota Public Radio. Full time
positions offer competitive salaries; vacation, holiday, and sick
leave pay; retirement benefits; career enrichment programs; opportunities
for advancement; free undergraduate tuition; health, dental, and
life insurance benefits; pleasant working conditions; and convenient
location and parking. A comprehensive explanation of available
benefits can be viewed at: http://www1.umnn.edu/ohr/benefits/summary.
Faculty
positions currently open are listed below. You may apply
for open positions electronically at the following web page: https://employment.umn.edu.
U o f M. Crookston is an equal opportunity
educator and employer
PROGRAM DIRECTOR IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
POSITION: Nine-month Program Director position in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management within the Business Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota. An excellent fringe benefits package is offered. Salary and rank will be commensurate with education and experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities of the program director include academic administration, supervision, teaching, advising, faculty and curriculum development, assist with internship and permanent job placement, interaction with other programs, and service to the university and community. The successful applicant will help lead the program in its interactions with other area programs as part of the northwest Minnesota rural development efforts. Additional responsibilities include the development of online educational courses.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree required, earned doctorate preferred, in entrepreneurship, business, or related academic discipline, university teaching experience, strong communication skills; ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences; and commitment to a experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land grant mission.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in entrepreneurship, business administration or related field; experience as an entrepreneur as an owner of a successful enterprise; and teaching experience at the college level or in comparable extension, continuing education, or agency capacity.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of application materials will begin immediately and Continue until the position is filled. Start Date in August 2008. All applications must be submitted electronically. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically. Calls of inquiry welcome at (218) 281-8144, (218) 281-8186, or contact Dr. Sue Brorson, Department Head, Business Department, 109 Dowell Hall, 2900 University Ave., Crookston, MN 56716, email: sbrorson@umn.edu.
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN SOIL SCIENCE
POSITION: Full-time, nine-month, tenure track position starting August 18, 2008. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Responsibilities : (1) Deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction in the areas of soil science, soil fertility and crop production; (2) assist in the development and implementation of program goals and objectives; (3) advise students and contribute to recruitment and retention efforts; (4) assist efforts to improve the competitiveness, profitability and sustainability of regional agricultural/agronomic business in the national and international marketplace; (5) develop and maintain a strong industry support network, and (6) service and research appropriate for a tenure track position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (1) Ph. D. or ABD in Soil Science, Soil Fertility, Soil Morphology, Agronomy or related discipline such as Soil and Water Quality with an Agricultural emphasis; (2) ability to deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction in areas such as soil science, soil fertility and plant nutrition, soil and water quality, plant physiology, crop production; (3) knowledge of variables that influence soil fertility and subsequent crop production leading to profitable agronomic crop production; (4) strong communication skills, and the ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences; (5) commitment to an experiential learning educational philosophy within the Land Grant mission.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (1) leadership experience within academic and industrial settings; (2) knowledge of strategic planning; (3) understanding of environmental factors associated with today’s agricultural practices that influence soil quality, morphology and fertility; (4) familiar with computer-based instructional technologies.
APPLICATION PROCRESS: Review of application materials will begin April 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically.
ANIMAL SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR
POSITION: Full-time, nine-month, annual renewable position starting August 18, 2008. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will engage in a strong teaching program that may include Introduction to Animal Science, Beef Production, Animal Health and Disease, Sheep and Swine Production Techniques, Horse Production, and/or other animal science courses suited to qualifications, expertise, and programmatic needs. Responsibilities will include advising undergraduates, recruiting/retaining students, giving leadership to livestock-related outreach and student co-curricular activities, program promotion, and student placement. Further duties may include providing management oversight to animal science facilities and budgets as assigned by the Department Head.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: M.S. in Animal Science, Agricultural Education or comparable M.S. degree in a related field with significant animal experience; M.S. degree must be in hand by start date. A combination of academic training and experience sufficient to provide quality undergraduate instruction. Knowledge of the livestock industry; hands-on knowledge and experience in beef, sheep & swine production; basic anatomy & physiology of varied livestock species and health & disease of livestock. Evidence of exemplary undergraduate instruction and advising experience, and ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences..
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in Animal Science by date of appointment, or DVM with large animal emphasis, or comparable terminal degree in a closely related field and significant livestock experience with the ability to conduct pertinent research. Experience in post-secondary animal science education: ability to teach a broad range of animal science courses; practical working knowledge of the livestock industry; experience in livestock-related extension, and outreach programming, and proficiency with modern instructional technologies. Evidence of exemplary undergraduate instruction and advising are strongly desired.
APPLICATION PROCRESS: Review of application materials will begin March 17th and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must apply electronically. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically.
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
POSITION: Nine-month tenure track position in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management within the Business Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota. An excellent fringe benefits package is offered. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide program leadership in entrepreneurship and small business management; teach courses in entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, and management; develop entrepreneurship curriculum and program, develop an appropriate research and/or outreach program in candidates area of expertise; advise working relationships with organizations and businesses to assist with internship and permanent job placement; work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary faculty whose focus is on the practical application of knowledge and business technology, and scholarly activity appropriate for a tenure-track position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Terminal degree or ABD with completion date early in Fall 2008, in entrepreneurship, business, or related academic discipline; strong communication skills; ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences; and commitment to a experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land grant mission.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in entrepreneurship, business administration or related field; experience as an entrepreneur as an owner of a successful enterprise; and teaching experience at the college level or in comparable extension, continuing education, or agency capacity.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of application materials will begin immediately and Continue until the position is filled. Start Date in August 2008. All applications must be submitted electronically. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically. Calls of inquiry welcome at (218) 281-8144, (218) 281-8186, or contact Dr. Sue Brorson, Department Head, Business Department, 109 Dowell Hall, 2900 University Ave., Crookston, MN 56716, email: sbrorson@umn.edu.
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN BIOLOGY
POSITION: The Math, Science and Technology department of the University of Minnesota, Crookston invites applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure track faculty position at the assistant professor level in Plant Molecular Biology. The learning philosophy on the Crookston campus emphasizes active, experiential learning, computer-based instructional technology and field experience. Employees enjoy the high-quality rural lifestyle of northwestern Minnesota and a collegial small college atmosphere. An excellent fringe benefit package is offered. Salary will depend upon qualifications and experience. Start date is August 25, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching responsibilities will include plant physiology, molecular techniques, plant form and function, botany, and may include general biology; exhibit a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate level; work effectively with faculty and staff of the department to define long-term goals and have the ability to enhance those efforts; undergraduate advising; departmental, university and community service, and the capacity to develop a research program that involves undergraduates.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A completed Ph.D. in Biology or a related field from a U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting institution by August, 2008, teaching experience in biology, and research experience in area of study.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience teaching molecular biology lectures and laboratories at the college level, research in areas complementary to those of existing faculty, record of mentoring undergraduate students successfully, post-doctoral experience, and ability to collaborate effectively with the educational community
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete application instructions and forms. Search Committee Chair is Dr. Pamela Elf (pelf@umn.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Preference will be given to those who apply by January 8, 2008.
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN CHEMISTRY
POSITION: The Math, Science and Technology department of the University of Minnesota Crookston invites applicants for a full-time, nine month, tenure track faculty position at the assistant professor level in Chemistry. The learning philosophy on the Crookston campus emphasizes active, experiential learning, computer-based instructional technology and field experience. Employees enjoy the high-quality rural lifestyle of northwestern Minnesota and a collegial small college atmosphere. An excellent fringe benefit package is offered. Salary will depend upon qualifications and experience. Expected starting date is August 25th, 2008.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching responsibilities will include a two semester organic chemistry sequence, a one semester upper level biochemistry, and a one semester introductory organic-biochemistry course and may include other courses as required by the department; exhibit a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate level; work effectively with faculty and staff of the department to define long-term goals and have the ability to enhance those efforts; undergraduate advising; departmental, university and community service, and the capacity to develop a research program that involves undergraduates.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A completed Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from a U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting institution by August, 2008, teaching experience in chemistry, and research in area of study.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience teaching organic chemistry lectures and laboratories at the college level; research in areas complementary to those of existing faculty; record of mentoring undergraduate students successfully; post-doctoral experience; and ability to collaborate effectively with the educational community.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete application instructions and forms. Search Committee Chair is Dr. Pamela Elf (pelf@umn.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Preference will be given to those who apply by January 8, 2008.
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN MARKETING
POSITION: Nine-month tenure track position in Marketing within the Business Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota. An excellent fringe benefits package is offered. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide program leadership in marketing; teach courses in marketing and related subjects; develop an appropriate research and/or outreach program in candidate’s area of expertise; develop marketing curriculum, advise undergraduate students in marketing and other business management degree programs; develop working relationships with organizations and businesses to assist with internship and permanent job placement; work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary faculty whose focus is on the practical application of knowledge and business technology; and scholarly activity appropriate for a tenure-track position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate or ABD in marketing, business, or related academic discipline; strong communication skills and the ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences; and commitment to an experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land grant mission.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field; experience as a marketer of a product/service or organization; and teaching experience at the college level or in comparable extension, continuing education, or agency capacity.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Start date in August 2008. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically. Calls of inquiry welcome at (218) 281-8144, (218) 281-8186, or contact Dr. Sue Brorson, Department Head, Business Department, 109 Dowell Hall, 2900 University Ave., Crookston, MN 56716, e-mail: sbrorson@umn.edu.
DEPARTMENT HEAD (WITH FACULTY RANK) IN
ARTS, HUMANITIES, & SOCIAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT
POSITION: The Department Head reports to the Senior Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs and holds faculty rank concurrently with the term of appointment. The Department Head is the chief administrative officer and appointing authority responsible for a department organized for teaching, research, and service. The Department Head is expected to continue some teaching and research, to be active in professional organizations, and to contribute to the department and the field while functioning as administrator in the department. Salary and benefits package is competitive. This is a regular nine-month appointment with three month summer augmentation. Start date is July 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. Position will remain open until filled.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide academic and administrative leadership consistent with the principles of shared governance and the negotiated agreement; leadership in curriculum development; advocacy for department faculty and research in the department; promote and maintain a high-quality learning environment for students; determine annual department goals, objectives, and plans; prepare, prioritize, and monitor budget requests and expenditures; represent the department on administrative groups; communicate and implement university and system policy; recruit and mentor new faculty; seek additional funding sources; espouse and practice principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity; keep current with new developments in their field; maintain involvement with professional organizations; and fulfill teaching, research, and outreach mission of the University.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate degree, college level teaching and research experience in one of the department’s academic disciplines (Department disciplines include art, communication, education, history, music, political science, and social sciences.); track record of significant achievement in both teaching and research; evidence of leadership abilities, solid communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills; and hold credentials appropriate for tenure and rank of associate professor or full professor within the department.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: College level administrative experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically.
DEPARTMENT HEAD (WITH FACULTY RANK) IN
MATH, SCIENCE, & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
POSITION: The Department Head reports to the Senior Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs and holds faculty rank concurrently with the term of appointment. The Department Head is the chief administrative officer and appointing authority responsible for a department organized for teaching, research, and service. The Department Head is expected to continue some teaching and research, to be active in professional organizations, and to contribute to the department and the field while functioning as administrator in the department. Salary and benefits package is competitive. This is a regular nine-month appointment with three month summer augmentation. Start date is July 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. Position will remain open until filled.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide academic and administrative leadership consistent with the principles of shared governance and the negotiated agreement; leadership in curriculum development; advocacy for department faculty and research in the department; promote and maintain a high-quality learning environment for students; determine annual department goals, objectives, and plans; prepare, prioritize, and monitor budget requests and expenditures; represent the department on administrative groups; communicate and implement university and system policy; recruit and mentor new faculty; seek additional funding sources; espouse and practice principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity; keep current with new developments in their field; maintain involvement with professional organizations; and fulfill teaching, research, and outreach mission of the University.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate degree, college level teaching and research experience in one of the department’s academic disciplines; track record of significant achievement in both teaching and research; evidence of leadership abilities, solid communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills; and hold credentials appropriate for tenure and rank of associate professor or full professor within the department.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: College level administrative experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically.
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN ENVIRONMENTAL HORTICULTURE
POSITION: Nine-month, tenure-track faculty position in the Natural Resources Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota starting on January 7, 2008. This position provides instruction and leadership for the baccalaureate degree program in Horticulture with tracks in Environmental Landscaping and Production Horticulture. In addition, the position contributes to other departmental programs, including Golf and Turf Management, Park Management, and Natural Resources Management. Special emphasis on sustainable landscaping and the use of native as well as cultivated vegetation. Salary and rank dependent on qualifications and experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (1) Provide instruction in Environmental/Landscape Horticulture, and in related areas as determined by qualifications and interest, (2) Advise students in course selection, career planning, and club activities (3) Provide leadership for program growth, (4) Develop working relationships with the landscaping and horticulture industry to assist with student job placement and research grant procurement.(4) Promote the development of transfer programs with related 2-year college programs, (5) Develop an appropriate research and/or outreach program in candidate’s area of expertise and, (6) Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary faculty whose focus is the practical application of knowledge and technology.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D., ABD, or terminal degree in Horticulture, Environmental/Landscape Horticulture, Landscape Design, or related discipline; qualified to teach courses in, Environmental Landscape Design, Landscape Installation & Maintenance, Horticulture; contribute to Land Use Planning & Urban Forestry; strong interpersonal & communication skills; experience in the landscaping and/or horticulture industry; strong teaching interest & ability; and commitment to teamwork & interdisciplinary collaboration.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference given to candidates who have a record of successful teaching at the college level, or comparable extension/continuing education; evidence of ability to secure external funding for a successful research & outreach program; and a commitment to the design & installation of sustainable landscapes & conservation applications.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of applications will begin October 15, 2007 and continue until position is filled. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete application instructions and to apply electronically. Search Committee Chair is Professor Phil Baird.
RECRUITMENT OF ADJUNCT FACULTY 2008-2009
POSITIONS: The University of Minnesota, Crookston may need individuals to teach on a short-term and/or temporary basis (on-campus and/or online) in one or more of the following areas during the 2008-2009 academic year: Agriculture: Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Systems Management, Agronomy, Animal Science, Equine Science, Soils; Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences: Applied Studies, Art, Communication, Composition, Early Childhood Education, English as a Second Language, Geography, Health, History, Humanities, Literature, Music, Philosophy, Physical Education and Recreation, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Speech; Business: Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Hotel/Restaurant/Institutional Management, Management, Manufacturing Management, Marketing, Sport and Recreation Management; Math/Science/Technology: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Applications, Computer Software Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Geology, Health Science, Health Systems Management, Information Technology Management, Mathematics, Physics; Natural Resources: Aviation, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Soil and Water Management, Golf and Turf Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s degree or 18 graduate credits in the discipline or a related area and competence to teach the material of the specific course. In special circumstances, for particular courses, an individual with a baccalaureate degree and experience and competence to teach the course may be hired.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A terminal degree in the discipline or related area and substantial professional recognition in the field.
APPLICATION PROCESS: All applications must be submitted online. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically. In addition to submitting the requested information, if you have the ability to scan your college transcripts, please do so. All individuals hired will be required to submit official transcripts. Apply to the appropriate requisition number for each area:
Agriculture Requisition #154752
Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences Requisition #154753
Business Requisition #154754
Math/Science/Technology Requisition #154755
Natural Resources Requisition #154756
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