Global Health Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Global Health 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.

Announcement Number - FAC - VA - 23083

Classification Title
- Instructor

Working Title
- Global Health Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Brief

Position Overview
- Housed in the Liberal Studies program, the Global Health minor allows students to develop an interdisciplinary understanding of health issues and health care in a global context. Through studying a broad range of courses, this minor will be provided with a solid foundation in social, cultural, epidemiological, environmental, and nutritional determinants of health, and will explore the challenges that require global health solutions.

The Liberal Studies Program seeks pool applications for potential instructors for Global Health courses such as LS 104:
Intro to Global Health. These courses are regularly taught in the fall and spring semesters.

Faculty Tenure Track
- No

Faculty Rank
- Non-Tenure Track

Position Number - 4A6616 (campus hires) or 4A6140 (online program hires)

Department
- Liberal Studies

Division
- College of Letters & Science

Appointment Type
- Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term
- Semester

Semester
- Fall or Spring

Union Affiliation
- Contact HR for Determination

FTE
- Varies

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

Salary
- Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type - LOA

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 diverse 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.

Duties and Responsibilities
- We aim to attract applicants who can teach in a diverse University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from diverse backgrounds succeed. Instructors typically will:
Design and/or deliver Global Health courses, as assigned. If teaching online, complete specialized 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 and/or workshops when called. Participate in program and university assessment of student learning outcomes. Hold appropriate office hours/ availability for student questions and concerns.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Master's or Ph.D. degree in field related to global health.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses

Demonstrated knowledge of college student development

Terminal degree in field related to global health

Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff diversity.

The Successful Candidate Will
- Engage in pedagogy that involves students in the learning process. Effectively collaborate with faculty and staff. Possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Take initiative, exercise…