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The University of Minnesota Crookston, one of five campuses comprising the University of Minnesota system, invites applications for a full-time faculty member to teach Composition, Writing, and English classes in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education Department (HSSE) and provide leadership to the Writing Center. This position is for individuals with a master’s degree and/or a terminal degree with an interest in teaching and service.
Position
Full-time, nine-month, annually-renewable lecturer position (Class #9754) in Composition/Writing/English in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education (HSSE) Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota starting August 17, 2026. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and a competitive fringe benefits package is offered. Lecturers are eligible for professional development support. Final job offer is contingent upon complete background check and receipt of official transcripts.
Responsibilities
The HSSE Department seeks a faculty colleague to deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction on campus and online to the students in composition, writing, and English. Approximately 25% of assigned duties will be providing leadership to the campus Writing Center, housed in the Student Success Center. Depending on department needs, the candidate will have opportunities to teach more specialized advanced courses.
Along with teaching, the successful candidate will:
- assist in the coordination of Writing Center services, including facilitating the 1-credit writing lab course;
- provide direct consultations with students on their writing as scheduled through the Writing Center;
- participate in recruitment and retention efforts;
- enhance programs and student experiences, as well as employment opportunities;
- provide service to the department, institution, and profession; and
- work collaboratively with faculty and Student Success Center colleagues.
This appointment carries a 30.0 credit hour workload per academic year, distributed over the fall and spring semesters. This position's assigned duties will be comprised of approximately 75% teaching credits and 25% Writing Center duties.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in English, Composition and Rhetoric, or related field;
- Ability to deliver effective teaching both on campus and online;
- Demonstrated teaching experience in writing courses;
- College teaching experience;
- Effective communication skills;
- Ability to demonstrate cultural competency within the scope of the land grant mission; and
- Commitment to an experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land grant mission.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in English, Composition and Rhetoric, or closely related field;
- Writing Center experience;
- Experience teaching writing to international students;
- Potential for scholarly publications in the field of writing;
- Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish.
About The Department
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 1,750 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 behind 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 options 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 experiential learning. Since 1993, UMN Crookston has equipped all on-campus students and faculty with laptop computers. UMN Crookston has received national recognitions for the value of its education, affordability, and impact on social mobility. U.S. News recently named UMN Crookston “Midwest Top Public Regional College.”
Pay And Benefits
Pay Range: $58,000 - $70,000 per year; 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
While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given 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.
Application Procedure
Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, submit application materials by March 16, 2026. Applications must be submitted online.
Application materials will include a
- Current curriculum vita
- Cover letter
- List of 3-5 professional references
- Unofficial transcripts
Complete your application electronically (visit https://employment.umn.edu for instructions). Emails of inquiry welcome by contacting Dr. Megan Bell, Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for Business, Arts, and Education at umnt002@crk.umn.edu. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
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
Employment Requirements
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.
About The U Of M
University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)
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).
About The Job
The University of Minnesota Crookston, one of five campuses comprising the University of Minnesota system, invites applications for a full-time faculty member to teach Composition, Writing, and English classes in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education Department (HSSE) and provide leadership to the Writing Center. This position is for individuals with a master’s degree and/or a terminal degree with an interest in teaching and service.
Position
Full-time, nine-month, annually-renewable lecturer position (Class #9754) in Composition/Writing/English in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education (HSSE) Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota starting August 17, 2026. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and a competitive fringe benefits package is offered. Lecturers are eligible for professional development support. Final job offer is contingent upon complete background check and receipt of official transcripts.
Responsibilities
The HSSE Department seeks a faculty colleague to deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction on campus and online to the students in composition, writing, and English. Approximately 25% of assigned duties will be providing leadership to the campus Writing Center, housed in the Student Success Center. Depending on department needs, the candidate will have opportunities to teach more specialized advanced courses.
Along with teaching, the successful candidate will:
- assist in the coordination of Writing Center services, including facilitating the 1-credit writing lab course;
- provide direct consultations with students on their writing as scheduled through the Writing Center;
- participate in recruitment and retention efforts;
- enhance programs and student experiences, as well as employment opportunities;
- provide service to the department, institution, and profession; and
- work collaboratively with faculty and Student Success Center colleagues.
This appointment carries a 30.0 credit hour workload per academic year, distributed over the fall and spring semesters. This position's assigned duties will be comprised of approximately 75% teaching credits and 25% Writing Center duties.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in English, Composition and Rhetoric, or related field;
- Ability to deliver effective teaching both on campus and online;
- Demonstrated teaching experience in writing courses;
- College teaching experience;
- Effective communication skills;
- Ability to demonstrate cultural competency within the scope of the land grant mission; and
- Commitment to an experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land grant mission.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in English, Composition and Rhetoric, or closely related field;
- Writing Center experience;
- Experience teaching writing to international students;
- Potential for scholarly publications in the field of writing;
- Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish.
About The Department
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 1,750 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 behind 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 options 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 experiential learning. Since 1993, UMN Crookston has equipped all on-campus students and faculty with laptop computers. UMN Crookston has received national recognitions for the value of its education, affordability, and impact on social mobility. U.S. News recently named UMN Crookston “Midwest Top Public Regional College.”
Pay And Benefits
Pay Range: $58,000 - $70,000 per year; 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
While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given 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.
Application Procedure
Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, submit application materials by March 16, 2026. Applications must be submitted online.
Application materials will include a
- Current curriculum vita
- Cover letter
- List of 3-5 professional references
- Unofficial transcripts
Complete your application electronically (visit https://employment.umn.edu for instructions). Emails of inquiry welcome by contacting Dr. Megan Bell, Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for Business, Arts, and Education at umnt002@crk.umn.edu. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
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
Employment Requirements
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.
About The U Of M
University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)
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).
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University of Minnesota hiring committees evaluate international degrees closely. If your terminal degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before applying so your qualifications translate clearly to their search committees.
Target departments with active research grants
Grant-funded departments at the University of Minnesota are more likely to move quickly on faculty hires and carry budget for visa filing costs. Search for departments with active NIH, NSF, or USDA funding in your field when identifying where to focus your applications.
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If you're targeting a tenure-track position, the university's path to permanent residence typically involves PERM labor certification through DOL. That process can take 18 months or longer, so raising it in negotiations gives both sides realistic expectations from the start.
Clarify OPT or CPT authorization before your start date
If you're finishing a U.S. doctorate and plan to start at the University of Minnesota before your H-1B or other visa is approved, confirm with your current institution's DSO that your F-1 OPT covers the gap. Cap-exempt H-1B filing through a university can run concurrently.
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Does University of Minnesota sponsor H-1B visas for Professors?
Yes. University of Minnesota is a cap-exempt H-1B employer, meaning it can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without being subject to the annual lottery. This is a meaningful advantage for international faculty candidates, since cap-exempt petitions can be filed and adjudicated year-round through USCIS, aligning more easily with academic hiring cycles.
Which visa types are commonly used for Professor roles at University of Minnesota?
Professor roles at the University of Minnesota are commonly filled using H-1B, J-1, TN, and E-3 visas depending on the candidate's nationality and situation. The university also supports F-1 OPT and CPT for doctoral candidates transitioning to faculty roles, and sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways for tenure-track hires pursuing permanent residence.
What qualifications or experience are expected for Professor positions at University of Minnesota?
Most Professor openings at the University of Minnesota require a terminal degree in the relevant field, typically a Ph.D. or equivalent, along with a demonstrated research or teaching record appropriate to the rank. Tenure-track roles generally expect evidence of an independent research agenda, prior publications, and the potential to secure external funding. Clinical and teaching-focused appointments may weight classroom experience more heavily.
How do I apply for Professor jobs at University of Minnesota?
Applications are submitted through the University of Minnesota's internal jobs portal, where faculty positions are listed by department. Each posting specifies required materials, which typically include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and reference contacts. International candidates can use Migrate Mate to identify Professor openings at the University of Minnesota that include confirmed visa sponsorship before starting the application process.
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For H-1B petitions, the University of Minnesota can file year-round due to its cap-exempt status, but USCIS standard processing takes several months. J-1 exchange visitor status through the university can sometimes move faster. If you're transitioning from OPT or another status, confirm your authorized end date with the university's International Faculty and Scholar Services office early in the offer stage to avoid gaps.
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