Liberal Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Liberal Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

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 Information

Working Title: Liberal Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)Brief Position Overview: Montana State University’s Liberal Studies program, located in the College of Letters & Science, seeks pool applications for potential instructors typically for LS 101, LS 301, LS 451, LS 452, and LS 490. These courses are regularly taught in the fall and spring semesters.Faculty Tenure Track: NoFaculty RankPosition Number: 4A6616 (campus hires) or 4A6140 (online program hires)Department: College of Letters & ScienceDivision: College of Letters & ScienceAppointment Type: Contract TermContract Term: SemesterSemester: Fall or SpringFTE: VariesBenefits Eligible: Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualificationsContract Type: LOARecruitment Type: OpenGeneral Statement: Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions.Duties and Responsibilities:Design and/or deliver Liberal Studies/ Liberal Studies Online courses, as assigned.If teaching online, complete specialized online training, peer mentor 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 field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.Demonstrated experience working with and engaging diverse students and colleagues within and outside a related program.Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills:PhD in 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 field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff diversity.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 a diverse student body.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.Have an appreciation of diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department.Possess dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University’s initiative for diversity, equity and inclusiveness.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.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 diverse 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 and Science (L&S), 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, mathematics 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. L&S is dedicated to supporting student success, discovering and disseminating new knowledge, and providing an atmosphere in which discovery and learning are integrated and valued. L&S is at the confluence of intellectual tradition, discovery, and innovation.Number of Vacancies: Multiple PositionsDesired 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

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.Diversity Statement

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. Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job.List of Three (3) Professional ReferencesTeaching Statement

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