Employment
Welcome! You’ve taken the first step in your journey to join a diverse team passionate about contributing to a just and sustainable future.
At CEHD, you will join a supportive community dedicated to advancing the college as an anti-racist institution. You will be empowered to advance world-changing research and teaching, growing the next generation of thinkers and doers. And you will be given the tools to succeed whatever role you play in the college.
Come join us in our constant and tenacious pursuit to improve the human condition.
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Learn more about faculty and staff positions within CEHD
Please note that positions are updated weekly. If you have any questions, our HR team is here to help. You can reach them at cehdhr@umn.edu.
Faculty positions
Teaching Assistant Professor - School Psychology
We seek a scholar to lead instructional design and pedagogy to facilitate the delivery of a school psychology curriculum, as well as continuous improvement of program curriculum and instruction to support the program’s goals and needs for recruitment, retention, anti-racism/DEI, and accreditation. This individual will teach 12 to 24 credits of undergraduate- and graduate-level school psychology coursework, engage in student support duties, including advising, mentorship, and assistance with licensure preparation. Join the Department of Educational Psychology and grow the next generation of school psychology leaders!
Staff positions
Executive Office and Administrative Specialist
We seek an individual to provide critical support for key stakeholders in the College of Education and Human Development, including the Dean’s Office, Human Resources (HR), Financial Services Office (FSO), Educational Technology Innovations (ETI), Office of Teacher Education, and other collegiate administrative offices, as needed. As a representative of the Dean’s Office, this position is the first contact for students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
Teaching Specialist .75FTE FALL 2024 ONLY
We seek an individual for a non-tenure-track teaching specialist (academic professional) position in kinesiology. Our academic programs include approximately one section of KIN 4687: Principles and Theory of Coaching (3 credits), enrolling about 60 students per section and two sections of SMGT 3501: Sport in a Diverse Society (3 credits each). This is a one-semester opportunity. Successful performance may result in future opportunities.
Researcher 6 Evaluator
We seek an individual to conduct evaluation projects that provide consultation and collaborative services primarily on education topics, serving the needs of various organizations such as non- profits, educational institutions, government agencies, and faculty initiatives. The individual in this role will have extensive expertise and experience in the field of evaluation as well as experience working in school districts, higher education settings, and/or community agencies.
Research Professional 2 – Lab Manager
We are seeking an individual to support research in the Development, Affective Neuroscience, Culture, and Environment (DANCE) Lab. The person in this position will work closely with the PI, postdoctoral trainees, and graduate students, and a group of undergraduate research assistants to conduct research on child development involving the use of physiological and neuroimaging assessment, surveys, behavioral assessment, and observation.
Post-Doctoral Associate–Reading + Learning Lab
We seek an individual to examine the use of AI and Generative AI in education (K-12 and higher education), and specifically to establish theory-driven approaches to improving student and teacher understandings and use of AI in various domains such as reading, writing, coding, and misinformation detection and correction. This person will work closely with existing lab members to conduct interdisciplinary research related to learning processes in relation to AI and assist with mentoring graduate students on AI-related education projects. Improve learner experiences in AI with UMN's Department of Educational Psychology.
Department Administrator
We seek an individual to provide strategic planning and implement administrative operations for the Institute of Child Development. This individual will provide strategic support by working to align the budget, human resources, curriculum management, department data systems, facilities, technology, and operations with the department's strategic goals. This person will also establish and maintain effective relationships with department faculty, staff, students, and other key constituents across the college and University.
Pre K-12 Specialist Senior
We seek an individual to support the development and delivery of professional services and resources for educators who focus on evidence-based instructional practices in literacy. The primary purpose is to improve the quality of education for all learners. This position will be responsible for leading a variety of assigned projects around the implementation of evidence- based literacy practices. The position requires an in-depth level of knowledge of the science of reading, multi-tiered systems of support, and implementation science. Join UMN's Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement and help support educators who specialize in literacy instruction.
Executive Office and Administrative Specialist
We seek an individual to provide critical support for key stakeholders in the College of Education and Human Development, including the Dean’s Office, Human Resources (HR), Financial Services Office (FSO), Educational Technology Innovations (ETI), Office of Teacher Education, and other collegiate administrative offices, as needed. As a representative of the Dean’s Office, this position is the first contact for students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
Dakota Language Preschool Teacher
We seek a lead teacher for the Dakota Immersion and Language Nest classroom. This person participates in establishing and maintaining a safe, organized classroom and a learning environment that is inclusive and developmentally age-appropriate. The person in this role will carry out daily activities and monitor child development by providing high-quality care, maintaining classroom materials, first aid, and daily health checks. Help establish a welcoming Dakota language classroom with UMN's Child Development Laboratory School.
Researcher 5 - Mental Health AIMS Lab
The University of Minnesota is seeking a highly motivated Researcher 5 to join a team at the forefront of child and family well-being research. This role focuses on conducting independent research, collaborating with leading faculty, and contributing to the publication of impactful research findings. Join UMN's expert team within the Department of Educational Psychology to advance groundbreaking research.
Early Childhood Education Licensure Specialist
We seek an individual to facilitate teacher licensure processes for our early childhood degree program. This person will ensure compliance with state of Minnesota rules for teacher licensure and serve as the licensure lead. This position also serves as the academic advisor for students in the MEd licensure program and coordinates the alignment of early childhood graduate and undergraduate level course content. Join UMN's Institute of Child Development and be a mentor to teacher candidates.
Teaching Specialist .50FTE FALL 2024 ONLY
We seek an individual for a non-tenure-track teaching specialist (academic professional) position in kinesiology. Our academic programs include two sections of SMGT 3421: Business of Sport (3 credits each), enrolling approximately 40 students per section. This is a one- semester opportunity. Successful performance may result in future opportunities.
Research Professional 1 - Research Coordinator
We seek an individual with prior experience working with child or adolescent populations and with participant recruitment, as well as behavioral/clinical research experience. This project is a collaboration between the Institute of Child Development and the University of Chicago’s Center for the Economics of Human Development together with Educational Testing Service and the University of Bonn. The project aims to measure and model a combination of personality traits, executive function skills, and economic preferences to predict physical and mental health outcomes.
Education Program Specialist 1
We seek an individual to bring their skills to our Learning Technologies (LT) program. The person in this position will direct and coordinate the program area’s initial licensure programs and courses related to PK-12 technology integration; supervise instructors and personnel; provide leadership in the innovative use of learning technologies; work with CEHD’s Office of Teacher Education (OTE) and individual teacher licensure programs and initiatives to develop and update curricula; lead and facilitate external accreditation processes; support the growth and development of the learning technologies program; and teach courses.
Research Professional 2 – Lab Manager
We seek an individual to manage the Child Brain and Perception (CBP) lab. The CBP lab studies perceptual and social development in children between the ages of 0 to 5 years, with a focus on the way infants and children perceive and think about individuals as well as social groups in one’s environment. The lab uses a mix of behavioral and neuroscience measures to study these topics. The person in this position will assist the director as well as graduate and undergraduate research assistants in managing and conducting laboratory activities. This is a part-time position.
Education Program Specialist 1
We seek an individual to bring their skills to our Learning Technologies (LT) program. The person in this position will direct and coordinate the program area’s initial licensure programs and courses related to PK-12 technology integration; supervise instructors and personnel; provide leadership in the innovative use of learning technologies; work with CEHD’s Office of Teacher Education (OTE) and individual teacher licensure programs and initiatives to develop and update curricula; lead and facilitate external accreditation processes; support the growth and development of the learning technologies program; and teach courses.
Research Project Specialist 2
We are looking for an individual to manage and conduct a research project. This individual will work with the project’s co-principal investigators and coordinate with research team members and school collaborators to identify children with varying profiles of reading strengths and weaknesses for additional data collection, such as reading tasks and neuroimaging. Duties also will include stakeholder relationship building and participant recruitment, input into the development of assessment materials, contribution to data analysis and writing of technical reports, and possible writing of peer-reviewed articles and conference presentations
Post-Doctoral Associate–Learning Informatics Lab
We seek an individual to focus on the uses of AI and GenAI in education (K-12 and higher education) and specifically to develop ways to leverage large scale datasets to improve learner experiences and establish data-driven ways to improve student and teacher understandings and use of AI, such as AI literacy. The person in this position should be committed to producing original research and publishing their work in highly ranked conference proceedings and journals as appropriate. This position will be for one year, with an option for a second year based on performance and continued availability of funding. Produce original research in AI with UMN's Department of Educational Psychology.
Research Manager 2
We seek an individual to provide strategic leadership to research and evaluation efforts by directing, designing, implementing, and maintaining a research program focused on answering questions about child and family well-being for families served by the child welfare system or families at risk of entering the child welfare system. Enhance the well-being of children and families with UMN's Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare.
Pre K-12 Specialist
We seek a literacy specialist to support the development and delivery of professional services and resources for educators who focus on evidence-based instructional practices in literacy. The primary purpose is to improve the quality of education for all learners. Persons in this role will possess an in-depth level of knowledge of the science of reading and multi-tiered systems of support as well as expertise in the field of education leadership and systems improvement. Grow the next generation of literacy educators with UMN's Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement.
Assistant Child Care Teacher Supplemental/On-Call
We seek an individual to work in collaboration with the teacher to plan and implement a high- quality, responsive, enriching, and supportive learning environment that is respectful of each child’s background, development, and needs. The weekly curriculum and learning experiences are rich with relational experiences designed to support the development of a range of social, emotional, self-help, language, literacy, cognitive, and motor skills. Collaborate with the teacher to implement a high-quality learning environment alongside UMN's Child Development Laboratory School.
Accountant / Finance Professional 2 (8222FG) or 3 (8223FG)
We seek an individual responsible for a unit/department’s accounting, budget, and financial and post-award grant management. This includes maintaining the assigned unit’s chart of accounts in accordance with University and college policy, approving financial transactions, reconciling financial activity, preparing budgets, and drafting reports and analysis for leadership among other duties. The professional 3 position also includes providing oversight, monitoring, and training of college-wide business processes. Oversee critical college-wide financial activities with College of Education and Human Development.
Work with the University of Minnesota
As one of the only Big Ten universities within walking distance to a dynamic metropolis, University of Minnesota faculty and staff benefit from all the city has to offer—as well as a great set of employment benefits offered by the University.
CEHD offers flexible work arrangements, such as flex scheduling that allows for variations in starting and departure times, a compressed work week (40 hours of work in fewer than 5 days), telecommuting allowing work to be conducted at on/off-campus locations, and remote work as determined in partnership with supervisors.
Learn more about benefits of working with UMN.
As one of the only Big Ten universities within walking distance to a dynamic metropolis, University of Minnesota faculty and staff benefit from all the city has to offer—as well as a great set of employment benefits offered by the University.
The thriving Twin Cities campus stretches more than 1,150 acres in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Nestled around the scenic Mississippi River, the Minneapolis campus sits under the shadow of a sparkling downtown skyline. The nearby St. Paul campus is home to rolling green space and historic architecture. You’ll find unlimited opportunities for entertainment, culture, and hands-on experience right outside your front door.
In addition to the vibrant cultural scene, you will have access to a real-world laboratory for your research. Minnesota is home to 18 fortune 500 companies, more than 845,000 students and 2,400 schools, and some of the most innovative ideas in education and human development — meaning endless opportunities for you to put your research into practice. And we reach beyond the metro to forge partnerships and expand our mission throughout the state of Minnesota, the country and the world.
We acknowledge that the University of Minnesota Twin Cities is built within the traditional homelands of the Dakota people. It is important to acknowledge the peoples on whose land we live, learn, and work as we seek to improve and strengthen our relations with our tribal nations. We also acknowledge that words are not enough. We must ensure that our institution provides support, resources, and programs that increase access to all aspects of higher education for our American Indian students, staff, faculty, and community members.
Learn more about the Native American community of students, staff, faculty, and alumni who are making a difference at the U of M and beyond.
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