American Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University; Montana; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Montana is looking for Non-Tenure Track Faculty for their American Studies program. This position involves teaching courses on an as-needed basis, either on-campus or online. The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s Degree in American Studies or a related field and should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities include teaching, advising students, and participating in faculty meetings. This position does not offer new sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in American Studies or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Teaching on-campus or online courses.
• Advising, evaluating and assisting students.
• Participating in weekly faculty meetings.
• Collaborating and evaluating peer leaders.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication skills

Ability to relate to first-year students

Collaborative skills

Initiative and independent work

Engaging pedagogy

Mentoring skills

Education

Master’s Degree in American Studies or a related field

Job description

American Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

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 are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Brief Position Overview

The American Studies Program seeks instructors to teach American Studies courses on an as‑needed basis. The courses may be on‑campus or online.

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.

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’s Degree in American Studies or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience teaching American Studies courses at a college or university level.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have the ability to relate to first‑year students and to develop classroom rapport with students.
• Have the ability to mentor and inspire students from all backgrounds.
• 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.
• Have the potential to provide leadership and to assume responsibility for organizational and program activities.

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.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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.

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