Adjunct Instructor

The University of Minnesota Rochester periodically needs adjunct instructors to join our growing team to teach courses in variety of areas, including but not limited to biology, chemistry, math, history, communications, and more. Our goal is to establish a pool of instructors to engage when we have openings throughout our upcoming academic semesters. Responsibilities include developing and teaching courses, creating a welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds, holding weekly "Just Ask" (office) hours for students, consulting with other UMR faculty and colleagues, and participating in other academic activities (curricular meetings, etc.). This is a term, non-tenured, Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) position. Pay is based on a per course, per credit basis. Appointments are typically arranged semester by semester and employment is contingent upon the course meeting its enrollment target. There are no benefits associated with adjunct teaching positions.

This position works in-person in Rochester, MN. This role is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree required for Adjunct Teaching Specialist roles.
• Doctoral degree required for Adjunct Lecturer roles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with active learning pedagogy
• Experience with team teaching
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR), located in downtown Rochester, serves nearly 1,200 students and recently welcomed its largest class ever in fall 2025. Faculty and staff are dedicated to innovative education, student development and applying research to enhance learning every day. With a strong focus on health sciences and student-centered learning, UMR partners closely with Mayo Clinic and emphasizes research-driven teaching to meet the evolving demands of the health care industry.

Applications are reviewed as openings occur, and individual applicants are invited to interview when their skills or areas of expertise match a need or opening. This posting is designed to establish a pool of instructors across degree programs. Applications will be reviewed when openings occur throughout the academic year/summer.

Pay Range: $1,675 per credit hour

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

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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.

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR)

At the University of Minnesota Rochester, our vision is to transform higher education through innovations that empower graduates to solve the grand health challenges of the twenty-first century. UMR prepares students for a broad spectrum of career pathways including pre-med and patient care; psychology and mental health; business and leadership; health technology; public policy and global health; and research, discovery, and cures.

The campus community serves almost 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students in the heart of downtown Rochester and continues to grow in size and influence through creative partnerships. At UMR, relationships and research drive student success. Learn more about UMR.

The University of Minnesota is 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, 2022-24).