Agricultural Economics & Economics Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Agricultural Economics & Economics Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

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.

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.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching on-campus or online courses. Advising, evaluating and assisting students. Participating in weekly faculty meetings. Meeting regularly with, collaborating with, and evaluating peer leader, if one is assigned to your section.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Master's or ABD in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Current expertise and substantial knowledge in the specific field or discipline. Experience teaching economics.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff diversity.

The Successful Candidate Will
- Have an appreciation of a wide range of constituencies and add intellectual uniqueness to the department.

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.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.
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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.

FLSA Determination

FLSA Status
- Exempt