CEGE Capstone Teaching Specialist

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Job ID377149

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilyAcademic

Full/Part TimePart-Time

Regular/TemporaryTemporary

Job Code9754I

Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin

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About the Job

In the Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering Capstone class, students participate in teams to design a solution for an open-ended civil, environmental, and geo-engineering problem. Projects include a cross-section of critical design tasks from conceptualization through preliminary planning, public hearings, design, environmental impact statements, final plans/specifications, and award of contracts. Student design reports must include an assessment of sustainability and an evaluation of issues related to ethics, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In these roles, the candidates will be responsible for attending in-person class sessions and provide academic, project management, and progress support to student teams who are working on a term-long project. Teams get technical support from external engineering mentors.

This is a temporary position for the spring semester.

Job Duties:

60% Collaborate with CEGE faculty co-instructors/Course Instruction

• Attend in-person class sessions throughout the term. Course scheduled Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6 p.m.

• Prepare 1-2 lecture(s) delivered during scheduled class times

• Prepare for student team meetings every other week during scheduled class time; Review and comment on student work; grade assignments.

20% Meet with students

• Meet with student teams every other week to monitor their progress

• Be available to students outside of class time to answer questions via e-mail or office hours

20% Grade homework

• Review and comment on student work

• Grade homework on a weekly basis and return to students in a timely fashion

• Follow rubrics to grade students' final presentations and reports

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree

Five years of engineering practice experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Patience, dedication, flexibility, and enthusiasm

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range:

Three positions available: $2835 per credit (2 positions at 1 credit and one position at 2 credits); depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

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.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected].

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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 University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), Best Employer by State (2022-2026), and one of America's Dream Employers (2027). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.

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.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

5 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55455

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

377149

Job Benefits

Not specified