Endowed Chair in American Indian Education

This is an open ranked faculty position. Hiring status is based on qualifications and previous academic status.

Starting Date: August 18th, 2025

The College of Education and Human Service Professions at the University of Minnesota Duluth is seeking applicants for an Endowed Chair in American Indian Education to begin August 18th, 2025. This is a 9-month faculty position at Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank. To be eligible to apply for a tenured position, candidates must have been awarded tenure previously, have an earned doctorate and a strong record of teaching, a substantial body of research, and service appropriate for tenure and appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor.

Position Description for Faculty Position

Responsibilities will include developing and teaching various courses in both graduate and undergraduate programs; implementing a strong research agenda; program development; working with local American Indian communities and providing University outreach and service. Additional responsibilities will include advising students, providing consultation with other faculty, and teaching courses in the Department of Education.

Required/Essential Qualifications (Assistant Professor):

1. Doctorate in Education or related field from a regionally accredited university, completed by start of contract.
2. Deep knowledge of issues within the universe of American Indian Education and Commitment to working with diverse populations and fostering social justice.
3. A clearly articulated research agenda or scholarly record commensurate to faculty rank sought (Assistant, Associate of Full Professor).

Required Qualifications for Associate Professor rank with tenure: In addition to the Required qualifications above applicants who wish to be considered for Associate Professor with tenure must: Have been awarded tenure previously; earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university in Education or related field. Evidence of a substantial body of scholarship in the field of American Indian education, including documentation from authorities in the candidate's major field verifying professional contributions to the field; at least 5 years of successful teaching experience in higher education; and demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities.

Required Qualifications for Professor rank with tenure: In addition to the criteria above for Associate Professor rank, candidates must provide evidence of national or international leadership based on research and scholarly productivity over a period of at least 10 years, including documentation from authorities in the candidate's major field verifying professional contributions to the field. Documentation of excellence in teaching for a minimum of 10 years in higher education must be provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of diverse American Indian cultures, languages, tribal issues and
  sovereignty;
• Demonstrated service to and engagement with American Indian communities;
• A notable record of program development and scholarly production dedicated to enhancing the praxis
  of critical issues in American Indian education;
• Interest in or knowledge of Indigenous pedagogies reflecting diverse Native worldviews
• Successful record of acquiring grant funding to support work in American Indian Education;
• Experience teaching American Indian education content courses and other education courses;
• Experience in K-12 education;
• Interest in or experience with language revitalization;
• Demonstrated knowledge of or close affiliation with American Indian communities.

The University: The University of Minnesota Duluth is a comprehensive regional university of close to 10,000 students located at the western end of Lake Superior in Duluth Minnesota. The University of Minnesota Duluth is located in close proximity to Ojibwe tribes in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Approximately 30 American Indian and First Nations tribes are located in the region. There are currently 20 American Indian focused programs offered at the University of Minnesota Duluth including multiple programs in the College of Education and Human Service Professions, the College of Liberal Arts, and the Medical School. UMD has an American Indian Learning Resource Center (http://www.d.umn.edu/ailrc/). The UMD home page can be found at http://www.d.umn.edu

The Department: The Department of Education is one of five departments in the College of Education and Human Service Professions. With approximately 500 students, the Department offers 16 undergraduate teaching licensure programs and produces more licensed Special Education teachers than any other institution of higher education in the state of Minnesota. Licensure and Minor offerings include: Integrated Elementary and Special Education (IESE); Secondary licensure options; K-12 Education (art, music, physical education); TESOL/TEFL minor; Special Education minor, Early Childhood minor; Deaf Studies minor; and Master of Education degree program. The Department of Education home page can be found at https://cehsp.d.umn.edu/departments- centers/educ .
The department also houses the Ruth Meyers Center for Indigenous Education and an EdD program in Curriculum and Instruction. This center is designed to house a variety of community-based projects and education programs focused on early childhood and K-12 education.

The College: The College of Education and Human Service Professions promotes research and practice in the social and human sciences. Our collective teaching, scholarship, and service supports student development as engaged citizens, reflective learners, critical thinkers, and evidence- informed practitioners in a culturally-sensitive, socially-just learning environment. The college is committed to, and is a campus leader in the areas of diversity/anti-racist work, community outreach and sustainability. Both the college and the Department of Education have been nationally and regionally recognized for multiple programs that partner with and serve Indigenous communities.

The University of Minnesota Duluth was recently ranked one of the top 50 regional universities in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Reports). The campus offers a robust set of American Indian programs and is in close proximity to many Indigenous nations. The city of Duluth, located approximately two and a half hours north of Minneapolis, is nationally ranked as one of the best places to live and work. Perched at the western end of Gichigami (Lake Superior), the largest freshwater lake in the world and surrounded by natural forests, Duluth offers some of the best outdoor recreational activities and boasts of thriving industries in technology, healthcare, aviation, and education. The city of Duluth is recognized as a "climate refuge city."

Pay Range: $75,000-135,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-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

Applications: Complete applications will include:

1. Letter of application addressing research agenda, qualifications and commitment to enhancing the CEHSP commitment to social justice through inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogies.
2. Current curriculum vita.

Professional references will be requested from finalists later in the search process via SkillSurvey References, the University's online, automated reference-checking tool.

Candidates who are selected to be interviewed will be asked to provide additional information.

Priority deadline: November 25, 2024. Complete applications will remain active until the position is filled. For additional information please contact Melissa Plante, (218) 726-6537, engel295@d.umn.edu.

Applications received via email or hard copy will not be accepted.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the University of Minnesota Disability Specialist at 612-624-4037.

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University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

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).