History of Medicine Teaching Fellow

Position Overview

This is a one‑year replacement teaching position for academic year 2026‑2027. The appointee will teach three courses, plus directed studies, Medical School electives and lectures. The successful candidate will teach two existing upper‑level undergraduate courses, "Technology and Medicine" and "Women, Health, and History." The third course will be determined in consultation with the Program. The appointee will be an active member of the Graduate Program in the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine (HSTM) and may work with HSTM graduate students.

Appointments in the Program in the History of Medicine are for 12 months, consistent with the Medical School calendar, with the position to run from Aug. 24, 2026 to Aug. 23, 2027.

This position is based on campus. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.

• Prepare instructional materials (some materials will be provided)
• Administer all aspects of the lecture‑portion of the course and finalize the syllabus
• Deliver regular, in‑person, active learning class meetings (lectures)
• Develop and maintain the course Canvas page
• Create meaningful in‑class learning experiences
• Create formative and summative assessments
• Grade student work

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in history of medicine or a related field at time of application.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience; track record of research presentation and/or publication.

• Pay Range: $70,000-$85,000 annually (depending on education/qualifications/experience)
• Time Appointment: 100%
• Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
• 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
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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