Non-Tenure Track Teaching Faculty Position, Biomedical Engineering - Open Rank

University of Minnesota•Minneapolis, MN

28d•$90,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota invites applications for an instructor position beginning Fall 2026. The position is teaching- focused, including classroom and lab instruction. This is a 12-month, annually renewable position, beginning 2026 through 2029, with the possibility for extension. Successful applicants will have: a strong commitment to undergraduate biomedical engineering education and to developing innovative, high-quality curricular materials and instructional initiatives familiarity and sufficient background to teach topics that will cover ~85% of our department curriculum ability to teach 5-6 of our (typically) 3-credit courses per academic year Courses will be determined in consultation with department leadership. The appointee will build on the curriculum developed by primary BME faculty members and will work to further develop instructional activities and inclusive teaching practices. Appointees will be encouraged to initiate and coordinate student academic success programs to support the department's equity and diversity goals. The appointee will also have responsibilities for department and university service. Successful candidates will be provided clear guidelines toward promotion, annual reviews, a mentoring committee, capacity for professional development, and eligibility for teaching awards.

Requirements

Ph.D. required in Biomedical Engineering or related field (must be completed prior to Fall 2026 start date in late August)
Ability to teach 5-6 of our courses (average 3 credits each) per academic year
Teaching experience at the post-secondary level
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and experience working with diverse individuals and groups
Experience related to the department's needs in support of our teaching and research missions

Nice To Haves

Strong commitment to undergraduate biomedical engineering education and to developing innovative, high-quality curricular materials and instructional initiatives
Familiarity and sufficient background to teach topics that will cover ~85% of our department curriculum
Experience teaching large lecture courses
Experience reviewing curriculum and the course and program levels
Experience with online teaching software (e.g., Canvas, Proctorio, Gradescope)
Experience with hybrid teaching modes and technology
Experience supervising Teaching Assistants

Responsibilities

Develop and teach courses, applying modern pedagogies and inclusive teaching strategies for a diverse student population
Coordinate course content through collaboration with department colleagues and the Center for Educational Innovation
Develop laboratory manuals
Coordinate teaching assistant efforts.
Sit on the BME Curriculum Committee to review and provide feedback on new course proposals, program-wide curriculum updates, etc.
Support students through letters of recommendations and career guidance.
Assisting with preparation and team-taught delivery of course content in the interactive learning classroom
Assisting in preparing and teaching laboratory sessions
Grading
Holding weekly office hours
Coordinating administrative efforts across multi-section courses
Assisting in ordering laboratory supplies
Supervising undergraduate teaching assistants
Facilitating department-wide data collection efforts that coincide with course delivery duties
Performing analysis and review of course and program curricula
Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

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
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area