Liberal Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University; Montana; On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Montana is seeking applications for the Liberal Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty position. This part-time role involves designing and delivering integrated and interdisciplinary courses. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and possess strong interpersonal and teaching skills. Applicants are reviewed continuously and retained in the hiring pool for up to two years, making this an excellent opportunity for educators looking for flexible teaching positions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a related field is required.
• Experience in teaching interdisciplinary courses is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses.
• Demonstrated knowledge of college student development.
• Terminal degree in a field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver Liberal Studies courses.
• Assist with curriculum development, if applicable.
• Hold office hours for student support.
• Collaborate with other faculty to ensure consistent standards across courses.
• Participate in faculty meetings when called.
• Participate in program and university assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Hold appropriate office hours / availability for student questions and concerns.
• Meet & collaborate regularly with, and evaluate peer leaders / mentors, if one is assigned to your section.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Pedagogical skills

Collaborative skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts

PhD in a field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts

Job description

Liberal Studies 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.

Brief Position Overview

Montana State University’s Liberal Studies program, located in the College of Letters & Science, provides undergraduate students with a broad, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experience. The program seeks pool applications for potential instructors typically for LS 101 and/or LS 301. These courses are regularly taught in the fall and spring semesters.

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 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and/or deliver Liberal Studies / Liberal Studies Online courses, as assigned.
• If teaching online, complete specialised online training and regularly attend online workshops.
• Assist with curriculum and/or course development, when applicable.
• Collaborate with other faculty to ensure consistent standards across courses.
• Participate in faculty meetings when called.
• Participate in program and university assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Hold appropriate office hours / availability for student questions and concerns.
• Meet & collaborate regularly with, and evaluate peer leaders / mentors, if one is assigned to your section.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Master’s degree in a field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• PhD in a field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.
• Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses.
• Demonstrated knowledge of college student development.
• Terminal degree in a field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have the ability to develop classroom rapport with students, and be skilled in utilizing engaging pedagogy that involves students in the learning process.
• 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.
• Take initiative, exercise good judgment, and work well independently.

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 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.

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.

The Program

Serving over 200 students, the Liberal Studies program cultivates intellectual and ethical judgment; prepares students for lives of civic engagement, social responsibility and leadership; integrates learning from different sources; develops skills to succeed in an increasingly global and varied society; and helps students deal effectively with complexity and ambiguity.

The Department

Montana State University’s Liberal Studies program, located within the College of Letters & Science, provides undergraduate students with a broad, integrated and interdisciplinary learning experience. The program fosters connections among academic disciplines and draws on multiple areas of knowledge. Along with a number of related minors, three program options are offered: Quaternity (on‑campus and also an online degree completion program option), Environmental Studies, and Global/Multicultural Studies.

The College

The College of Letters & Science (CLS), the largest center for learning, teaching and research at Montana State University, offers students an excellent liberal arts and sciences education in nearly 50 majors, 25 minors and over 25 graduate degrees within the four areas of the humanities, natural sciences, mathematical, and social sciences. Building on the great strength of our traditional disciplines, the college provides exciting opportunities for faculty and students at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary inquiry. CLS is dedicated to supporting student success, discovering and disseminating new knowledge, and providing an atmosphere in which discovery and learning are integrated and valued. CLS is at the confluence of intellectual tradition, discovery, and innovation.

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.

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
• Teaching Statement (Optional)

Supplemental Questions

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