Teaching Specialist

About the Job

Teaching Specialist

Semester dates: 1/8/2026 - 5/24/2026

Responsibilities

* Assisting during active learning activities during class sessions and otherwise participating in in-class instruction

* Assistance with instructional activities on field trips; holding office hours and review sessions to support student learning

* Grading of student work and record-keeping of student grades

* Attend course staff meetings

* Responding to questions received electronically, such as through email and Canvas

* Performing occasional other tasks such as helping maintain the course website.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

* Advanced degree in biology or related and knowledge of plant physiology are considered in the selection process.

* Need to be able to speak clearly, explain science concepts well, write well, relate to students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred

Previous TA or teaching experience.

About the Department

In The Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics we discover knowledge and breed crops to sustainably feed people in Minnesota and around the world.

We value:

* Excellence in teaching, in basic and translational research, and in outreach and extension

* Contributions that impact not only producers and farms but society at large-human health, communities, economy, energy, and the environment

* Working in teams of people with complementary skills and expertise

* Rich perspectives brought by a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $6,790 lump sum for semester; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

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

How To Apply

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Diversity

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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

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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).