Microbiology & Cell Biology Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Microbiology & Cell Biology Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool) Please see Special Instructions for more details. This position is not eligible for new sponsorship. Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years. General Statement Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding. Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration. The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool. Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration. We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University. Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. Duties and Responsibilities Teaching on-campus or online courses. Advising, evaluating and assisting students. Participating in weekly faculty meetings. Meeting regularly with, collaborating with, and evaluating peer leader, if one is assigned to your section. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Master or doctoral degree in a relevant field. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses Demonstrated knowledge of college student development Promote the advancement of diversity. OR Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff diversity. The Successful Candidate Will Have the ability to relate to students and to develop classroom rapport with students Have the ability to work effectively with diverse student populations Have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty and staff Possess excellent written and oral communication skills Be skilled in utilizing engaging pedagogy that involves students in the learning process Take initiative and work well independently Possess the ability to learn material quickly Position Special Requirements/Additional Information Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU . Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues. If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted. Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Benefits Eligible Benefits eligible depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - View phone number on click.appcast.io). FTE Varies Contract Type LOA Number of Vacancies Multiple Positions Desired Start Date Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years. Applications will be: Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool. Special Instructions This position is not eligible for new sponsorship. Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years. EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. FLSA Status Exempt Required Documents Resume OR Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents None specified. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). #J-18808-Ljbffr