Biology Teaching Spec/Lecturer

UMR seeks a qualified, non-tenure track instructor with significant interest in supporting student learning in a high-contact model inside and outside of the classroom and lab. This role will work collaboratively and creatively with established faculty, teaching anatomy and physiology and introductory biology courses for health sciences undergrad students. This instructor will have experience in implementing pedagogical strategies and be prepared to teach undergrad courses in biology and student-focused courses, such as first-year Cornerstone or senior Capstone courses. Duties include collaborative and independent preparation and team-taught and individual delivery of course content, helping prepare and teach lab sessions, grading, assisting in ordering lab supplies, supervising undergrad teaching assistants, holding weekly hours JustASK hours, etc. This annually renewable position is teaching-focused with the expectation of 90% teaching and 10% service.

This role is expected to work in-person in Rochester, Minnesota. This role is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position is contingent upon enrollment.

Required Qualifications:

A master's or doctorate degree in biology or a closely related field and knowledge of human anatomy and physiology fundamentals are required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with interdisciplinary teams and knowledge in biology education research-based innovative instruction and pedagogy is preferred.
Comfortable working independently and within a team.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), a commitment to exemplary teaching
Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.
Knowledge of and experience using High Impact Practices and their application in an undergraduate setting
Experience with student mentorship

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.

Pay Range: $55,000 - $65,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 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 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.

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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).