Animal Science ON CAMPUS Short Term Teaching - UMC Ag​/NatR Division

Position

This is a short‑term and/or temporary on-campus Animal Science teaching position for the University of Minnesota - Crookston Campus's Agriculture & Natural Resources Department for the 2026‑2027 academic year. Job Code: 9754 (Teaching Specialist).

• Develop and teach courses.
• Advise students with regard to academic concerns and school‑related organizations.
• May provide service‑related teaching duties.
• Participate in decisions related to policies, courses, and programs involving the department.
• Engage in continuing personal growth within the profession, keeping current with the field and broadening knowledge and expertise.
• Deliver high‑quality instruction to undergraduate students in animal science coursework; assist in development of departmental goals and objectives; support research and community outreach.
• Develop and maintain strong ties to other scholars in the field, enriching the student experience and supporting student employment opportunities.
• Maintain regular office hours.

• Master’s Degree, preferably in the teaching discipline; or Master’s Degree in another field plus 18 graduate credits in the teaching discipline.
• A terminal degree in the discipline or related area is preferred.
• Professional and/or teaching experience related to assigned instructional responsibilities.
• Willingness to demonstrate self‑awareness, cultural competencies, and achievements in working with diverse student populations.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Eligibility to work within the United States.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Pay Range: $1300‑$1500 per credit, based on experience, course, and enrollment.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

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.