Salary/Position Classification

• $701.89 per 4 credit course monthly, if contracted for SPEA $822.50 monthly 
• 19 hours per week
• This position can offer a remote worksite option.

Purpose of Position

The Department of Languages & Global Studies (LGS) at the University of North Dakota seeks a non-benefitted, part-time instructor to teach Norwegian language courses in online synchronous, asynchronous, and/or in-person formats. The position is contingent upon adequate enrollment and availability of funding, and there is a possibility for remote work. The successful applicant will teach up to three sections of second- and third-year Norwegian during the 2026–2027 academic year and teach first year online asynchronous courses for year-round availability as “self-paced enroll anytime”(SPEA) options.

LGS promotes the learning of world languages, literatures, and cultures so that students are prepared to engage in a multilingual, culturally diverse, global community. Our courses have intrinsic and practical value for students and represent the backbone of the liberal arts educational mission of the university. We offer majors and minors in Classical Studies, French, German Studies, Norwegian, Spanish, and Global Studies, as well as certificates in our five language programs.

Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study with over 15,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.

UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of over 57,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public school system, high quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers a stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will contribute to the Norwegian program through teaching term-based undergraduate courses in intermediate and advanced level Norwegian (Second-Year Norwegian I & II and Advanced Norwegian) as in person, hybrid, and/or online synchronous classes, and self-paced beginning Norwegian (First-Year Norwegian I & II) as online asynchronous classes. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with the Norwegian Program Director on all curricular matters.

Required Competencies

• Native or near-native fluency in Norwegian and English
• Ability to utilize current methods of language teaching and to embrace new pedagogies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Norwegian and English
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students
• Ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Earned M.A. in Norwegian language, literature, and cultural studies or relevant field by August 15, 2026
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Norwegian or Scandinavian language, literature, cultural studies or relevant field by August 15, 2026
• Experience teaching college-level Norwegian language courses
• Experience building and teaching online courses, especially using asynchronous delivery methods

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by March 18, 2026, and include the following materials:
    • Letter of application
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of teaching philosophy
    • Evidence of teaching excellence (course syllabi and materials, recommendation directly addressing teaching, peer observations,      teaching award nominations, student evaluations, etc.)
    • Names of at least two references with contact information

Position is open until filled.

Questions should be directed to the department chair, Dr. Melissa Gjellstad, at melissa.gjellstad@und.edu.