Chemical & Biological Engineering Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University; Montana; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A public research university in Montana seeks Non-Tenure Track Faculty for the Chemical & Biological Engineering department to teach various courses and contribute to curriculum development. Candidates should possess relevant degrees and experience, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. The position will involve advising students and developing courses in a collaborative academic environment, with opportunities to contribute to the success of students and the mission of the university.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and experience required.
• Relevant industrial experience preferred.
• A record of successful teaching at the college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-campus and/or online courses.
• Advise, evaluate and assist students.
• Participate in curriculum and/or course development.
• Contribute positively to the academic success of students.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Chemical & Biological Engineering 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 are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Position Details

Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26087

Working Title: Chemical & Biological Engineering Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Faculty Tenure Track: No

Position Number: 4A6131

Department: Chemical & Biological Engineering

Division: College of Engineering

Appointment Type: Contract

Contract Term: Other

Semester: Fall or Spring

Union Affiliation: Varies

FTE: Varies

Benefits Eligible: Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources – 406-994-3651)

Salary: Commendable with experience, education, qualifications and number of courses taught.

Recruitment Type: Open

Job Overview

The Chemical & Biological Engineering Department offers bachelor’s degrees in chemical engineering as well as biological engineering. The Department seeks professionals to serve as instructors in the following areas:

• Material Science
• Material and Energy Balances
• Unit Operations Laboratory
• Thermodynamics
• Heat Transfer
• Separation Processes
• Chemical Reaction Engineering
• Process Dynamics and Control
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Bioseparations
• Transport

In addition, opportunities exist for teaching courses within our new biomedical engineering program, developing new courses, and teaching at the graduate level.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach on-campus and/or online courses.
• Advise, evaluate and assist students.
• Participate in curriculum and/or course development.
• Contribute positively and professionally to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Relevant degree and experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Relevant industrial experience.
• A record of successful teaching at the college level.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Show a strong interest in student success and a commitment to quality teaching.
• Possess excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Be able to work professionally and effectively with individuals from all backgrounds.
• Contribute positively to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.

Union and Employment Information

• Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is 0.5 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 AFMSU.
  • Any position less than 0.5 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.

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.

The Program

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering offers two undergraduate degree programs:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering

Both of these degree programs integrate chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and mathematics along with oral and written communications courses, and CORE courses in the humanities and social sciences. The bioengineering program adds a significant exposure to biological science in addition to the chemistry core. The chemical engineering and bioengineering programs are fundamentally similar in that both are focused on the transformation of molecules, but the methods and equipment used for biotransformation and separation are quite different from those used for chemical transformations. The curricula accommodate the unique characteristics of each discipline. Each ChBE student participates in a capstone senior design team project that provides an opportunity to pull together the knowledge and skills learned in earlier courses to solve a real world problem.

The College

The Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering comprises five academic departments (Chemical & Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Gianforte School of Computing, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering) and is home to the following research centers: Center for Biofilm Engineering (CBE), Western Transportation Institute (WTI), Montana Microfabrication Facility (MMF), and the Subzero Science and Engineering Research Facility; the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center (MMEC); and the Army and Air Force ROTC Units. The College enrolls approximately 4,000 students with more than 200 studying in graduate degree programs. Doctoral degree programs include a Ph.D. in Computer Science and a Ph.D. in Engineering with options in the fields of Applied Mechanics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The College is excited that Asbjornson Hall opened in 2019. This innovative facility is transforming education and scholarly activity at MSU.

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.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Optional documents may be submitted as desired.

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

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