University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota United States

Clinical

  • POSTED ON
    January 10, 2023
  • PRIORITY DATE
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  • FINAL DATE
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About the Job

This position is full-time and will support the teaching mission of the Marketing Department in the Carlson School of Management. The current need is to teach an Undergraduate course called Data Driven Business Decisions. This is an intermediate level Business Analytics course that covers topics such as simple and multiple linear regression, logistic regression, time series data, A/B test and optimization. Both R and Excel are expected to be utilized in this class. In the longer term, the candidate could be asked to teach additional courses at Carlson.  

Duties and responsibilities include course material preparation (e.g., syllabus, handouts, homework assignments, quizzes, exams), textbook selection, course delivery, evaluation of students, grading, management/supervision of a teaching assistant, office hours, plus management of a Canvas site (the platform used by faculty and students to provide learning materials online). 

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree, preferably in a technical discipline including computer science, data science, statistics, marketing, management, psychology, or a related field. Preference will be given to PhD candidates in Marketing with degree requirements complete before September 1, 2022 or those with 2+ years of business and/or teaching experience in business analytics. 

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

About the Department

The Marketing Department consists of 16 tenure and tenure track faculty members committed to excellence in the full range of academic resonsibilities within Marketing. The teaching mission of the department includes undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and executive education. 

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also 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 Scholarship
  • 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

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

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 have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter, resume/CV, and summary of teaching evalutions (if applicable).

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.

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-UOHR (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.

Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit:  https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax

About the U of M

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.