Director of Resource Center

About the Job

The Mathematics and Statistics Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth invites applications for a full‑time term faculty position to serve as the Director of the new Quantitative Resource Center. This is a non‑tenure‑track appointment to start the fall semester on August 24, 2026. Candidates will be considered for the rank Teaching Assistant Professor or Instructor. A Ph.D. is required for the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor (9403T) and a master’s degree is required for the rank of Instructor (9404).

Duties include coordinating staffing in the Quantitative Resource Center, overseeing math placement, liaising with other departments and colleges, and mentoring learning assistants and teaching assistants. This position also involves teaching, and applicants are expected to teach a wide range of mathematics and/or statistics courses. Candidates should demonstrate teaching excellence and a commitment to working with a diverse student population. For more information email (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Duties & Responsibilities include teaching (approximately 50%), directorial duties (approximately 40%) and service (approximately 10%). Directorial duties: coordinating staffing, overseeing math placement, mentoring student assistants, and liaising with other departments and colleges. Teaching duties: develop and teach courses (in coordination with other faculty members), demonstrate high command of the subject matter, have well‑organized course plans and deliver courses clearly to students, help students fulfill their academic needs, assessment and grading, and hold office hours.

Service duties: meeting attendance, committee work as well as other service and outreach activities.

Necessary Qualifications include a master’s (9404) or Ph.D. (9403) in statistics, mathematics, or related field awarded by the time of appointment from a regionally accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications include previous teaching experience at the collegiate level (such as teaching assistant experience) to a diverse group of students, previous experience administering academic support, evidence of effective teaching, evidence of scholarship in mathematics or statistics education, and effective written and oral communication skills appropriate to the position. A Ph.D. credential is preferred.

Pay Range: $52,000.00 - $56,000.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 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

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. Complete applications include the online application, cover letter, resume/CV and additional attachments as follows: (1) statement of teaching philosophy and (2) current contact information for three professional references. Even if you provide this information within the application, you must also attach each requested…