Minnesota State University, Mankato has a strong commitment to teaching, research, and community engagement. The university offers a supportive and inclusive environment, opportunities for professional development and funding, and a focus on student success. With a collaborative campus culture, access to modern resources, and a vibrant regional setting, MSU provides an ideal place for faculty to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact.
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Faculty Rank and Graduate Faculty Status
- Rank
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Instructor: A faculty member focused primarily on teaching, often in a non-tenure-track or temporary position.
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Assistant Professor: An entry-level, tenure-track faculty member engaged in teaching, research, and service.
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Associate Professor: A mid-level, typically tenured faculty member who has demonstrated excellence in teaching, research, and service.
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Full Professor: A senior, tenured faculty member recognized for significant contributions in their field and sustained excellence in all areas of academic responsibility.
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- Graduate Faculty Status
- Graduate faculty appointments at Minnesota State University, Mankato are intended to signify active involvement in one or more graduate programs. Only faculty with Graduate faculty appointments may teach graduate courses, mentor graduate students as they develop capstone projects, direct graduate-level independent studies, and advise graduate students in developing programs of study.
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