Cooperative Veterinary Medicine Program Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Position Details

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26114
Contact:
Ileana Yates-Johnson

ileana.yatesjohnson

Instructor (Cooperative Veterinary Medicine Program)
Non‑Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non‑tenurable level instruction and 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.
When a vacancy occurs, the department or program search committees or hiring authority 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 full‑time or 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 all individuals, 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.
Montana State University values unique perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work‑life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual‑career couples.

• Teaching on‑campus courses.
• Curriculum and/or course development.
• Participating in weekly faculty meetings.

• DVM Degree or PhD in relevant field.

• Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses.
• Demonstrated knowledge of veterinary college student development.
• Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff diversity.

• Have the ability to relate to students and to develop classroom rapport with students.
• Have the ability to work effectively with all student populations.
• 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.
• Possess the ability to learn material quickly.
• Possess the ability to adapt to changing environments.

• 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.

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.

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