Instructor of Film Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University

Montana

On-site

USD 40,000 - 50,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent educational institution seeks an Instructor of Film Studies for non-tenure track faculty positions. In this role, you will engage in teaching film and media studies while assisting a diverse student body. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position offers flexible teaching schedules and continues until all positions are filled. If you are committed to enhancing student success in a dynamic academic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

Demonstrable skills appropriate to specific courses.
Experience working with diverse students and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Teach in-person or online courses.
Advise and evaluate students.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Education

PhD in Film Studies or related field

Job description

Instructor of Film Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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. *This position is not eligible for sponsorship.*

Position Information

Announcement Number

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26067

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Working Title Instructor of Film Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Brief Position Overview

The School of Film & Photography seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable instruction in the following areas in the School’s Film Option: film and related media studies, film history.

Faculty Tenure Track No

Faculty Rank

Position Number 4A6166

Department School of Film and Photography

Division College of Arts & Architecture

Appointment Type

Contract Term

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester Fall or Spring

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

Union Affiliation

FTE Varies

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

Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type LOA

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

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 individuals of all backgrounds, 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a broad University community and have demonstrated the ability to help students from various backgrounds succeed. Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple of weeks, a semester, or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary depends on the number of workload units assigned and the contract duration.

Responsibilities may include:

Teaching in-person or online courses with the expectation of availability on campus
Advising, evaluating, and assisting students and/or

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

PhD in Film Studies, Film History or a related field, or ABD.
Demonstrable skills appropriate to the specific course(s).
Demonstrated experience working with and engaging students and colleagues within and outside the department.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Significant record of accomplishment related to the desired teaching area(s).
Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff enrichment.

The Successful Candidate Will

Have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty and staff.
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.

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.

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 Film program in the School of Film & Photography is a comprehensive program encompassing film studies, technical skills, and production processes and provides a solid foundation for our students to achieve successful careers in the highly competitive film industry. Our students are exposed to a variety of courses ranging from theatre and production processes, acting, writing, editing, directing, cinematography, lighting, sound and production design. Students complete a Capstone experience in consultation with a team of faculty advisors in the final year of the program.

The Department

The College

The College of Arts and Architecture is home to distinctive academic programs housed in the Schools of Art, Architecture, Music and Film & Photography. Students enjoy close mentoring relationships with faculty through a curriculum that is rich in studio- and lab-based pedagogy. The College offers international and cultural travel opportunities for students in all majors and encourages internship experiences for many of its programs. The College hosts the only accredited Architecture program in Montana and supports a unique, world‑class graduate film program in science and natural history filmmaking. Graduates from the college enjoy successful careers in art, design, media production, photography, architecture, education and music as well as apply the discipline, creative problems solving skills and work ethic embedded in their programs to any career. The College is home to the internationally recognized Montana Shakespeare in the Parks theater company and supports the Black Box Theatre as well as innovation and design spaces such as the Design Sandbox for Engaged Learning and the Community Design Center. For more information about the College of Arts and Architecture, go to http://www.montana.edu/caa

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 accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

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

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