Instructor of Photography Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Instructor of Photography Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

The School of Film & Photography seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable instruction in the following areas: photography (analog and digital), photo history, and new media.

Position Information

Announcement Number - FAC - VA - 26049

Classification Title
- Instructor

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

Department
- School of Film and Photography

Division
- College of Arts & Architecture

Appointment Type
- Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term
- Academic Year

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 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 is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.

Responsibilities may include:
Teaching in-person or online courses with the expectation of availability on campus Advising, evaluating and assisting students and/or Curriculum and/or course development

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Terminal academic Degree in a relevant field or a related field or comparable professional experience. 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
- The ability to mentor and inspire a broad student body. 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 MAYBE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit. Non-Tenure Track Faculty– Any position that is .5

FTEor more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered byAFMSUmay choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found atAFMSUor byemailing AFSMU.Any position less than.
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FTEis not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues. If theFTEchanges during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.…