Manufacturing Management Tenure-Track OR Lecturer

Full-time tenure-track Position OR Full-Time Lecturer Position in Manufacturing Management

The University of Minnesota Crookston, one of five campuses comprising the University of Minnesota system, invites applications for a full-time faculty member in the Business Department. Individuals with a Ph.D. and demonstrated potential for research will be considered for a tenure-line appointment. Individuals with a master's degree and/or a terminal degree but without an interest in research will be considered for a full -time lecturer appointment.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship; we are not offering H-1B or Green Card or STEM-OPT sponsorship.

Position

Full -time, nine-month, tenure-track or lecturer position in Manufacturing in the Business Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota starting August 11, 2025 or January 2025. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive fringe benefits package is offered.

Lecturers are eligible for professional development support. This appointment carries a 30.0 credit hour workload per academic year, distributed over the fall and spring semesters. Final job offer is contingent upon complete background check and receipt of official transcripts.

This position involves teaching both on-campus and online courses. The normal teaching load for this position is 15 credits per semester during the academic year. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive fringe benefits package is offered. Lecturers are eligible for professional development support. Final job offer is contingent upon completed background check and receipt of official transcripts. Individuals must be willing to locate to the Crookston/North Grand Forks region before commencing employment.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality instruction to undergraduate students in coursework in the field of Manufacturing Management. Course topics may include Applied Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Sustainability and Compliance, Product Development, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Industrial Safety, Metrology and Applied Engineering Principles. This position will assist in the development of department goals and objectives; advise students; contribute to student recruitment and retention initiatives; and support research and community outreach in the areas of discipline. The responsibilities also include developing and maintaining strong ties to the manufacturing industry to benefit our programs, student experience and student employment opportunities. Service to the Department, University and Community is also expected. The position requires regular office hours and engagement in service activities on the University of Minnesota Crookston campus.

Tenure-track faculty appointments are required to establish and maintain their own research agendas, which may include community engaged scholarship work and work with undergraduate students. Pursuit of externally funded grants to support research is encouraged. Tenure-line appointments carry a <24.0 credit teaching load (typically 3-4 courses per semester).
Three to six credits of research release may be granted annually. Service is required in accordance with tenure criteria.

Full-time lecturer appointments carry a <30.0 credit teaching load (typically 4-5 courses per semester).

Minimum Qualifications

• Tenure-track: Doctorate degree or ABD in Engineering, Production Management, Operations Management, or a closely related field (marketing, management, operations research, industrial engineering). [If candidate is ABD and would like to be considered for a tenure-track position, expected terminal degree date must fall within the upcoming academic year].
• Lecturer: Master's degree in business or related field with 2-3 years of work experience in a production or quality management capacity.
• Strong commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate level in both the on-campus and online environments;
• Effective communication skills;
• Record of effective teaching;
• Ability the ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences and to draw upon cultural and community-based knowledge in teaching;
• Possess a commitment to an experiential education philosophy within the scope of our land grant mission;
• Ability to read, write and understand English;
• Final job offer contingent upon receipt of official transcripts, complete background check, and authorization to work in the United States
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in in Engineering, Production Management, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Three-Five {3-5} years of professional experience within the field of manufacturing and/or quality management.
• Campus and on line teaching experience;
• Research experience in an academic institution;
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and scholarly publication;
• Experience creating collaborative partnerships for joint university/community projects;
• Track record of seeking and successfully implementing externally funded projects and grants.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also 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

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by April 20th. Application materials will include a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and a list of 3-5 professional references. In addition to addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications, the cover letter must address indicators of the candidate's ability to promote equity and inclusion at a small campus in a rural context. Visit https://employment.umn.edu for complete instructions on how to apply electronically. Calls of inquiry welcome by contacting Dr. Shawn Boyne, Associate Vice Chancellor for Business, Arts, and Education Division, by phone: {218) 281- 8180 or email: hoyne001@crk.umn.edu.

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.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by October 15, 2024.

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.

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

The University of Minnesota Crookston (UMN Crookston) is dedicated to equitable and inclusive education as well as to its access mission as a land-grant university. With an enrollment of 1,800 students spanning on-campus and online programs, UMN Crookston serves the highest proportions of first generation, low-income, rural, and adult learner populations within the University of Minnesota system. The racial diversity of the student body is significantly higher than that of the region, though it lags the demographics of elementary and high schools in the region . UMN Crookston has strategically committed to closing this gap by further diversifying its faculty, student affairs staff, and student body. As a part of its commitment to comprehensive equity and inclusion, UMN Crookston is a leading educational provider for college students from rural communities, and the university partners with several regional high schools to offer non-degree dual-enrollment courses for high school students.

Located in the small college town of Crookston, Minnesota, UMN Crookston proudly carries on a tradition of over a century of educational service to northwestern Minnesota. UMN Crookston delivers educational programs that build upon a broad academic foundation and combine theory, practice, and hands-on experimentation. Since 1993, UMN Crookston has equipped all on-campus students and faculty with laptop computers. UMN Crookston has received national recognition for the value of its education, affordability, and impact on social mobility. U.S. News recently named UMN Crookston as its top "Midwest Top Public Regional College."

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

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).