Instructor of Art Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Instructor of Art 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.

* This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Position Information

Announcement Number - FAC - VA - 26056

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Joicanne Likness at  or joicanne.likeness

Classification Title
- Instructor

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

Brief

Position Overview
- The School of Art seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable instruction in the following areas: VISUAL LANGUAGE 2D VISUAL LANGUAGE 3D LANGUAGE DRAWING CERAMICS, SCULPTURE PAINTING, METAL SMITHING GRAPHIC DESIGN ART HISTORY

Faculty Tenure Track
- No

Faculty Rank
- Non-Tenure Track

Position Number - 4A6162

Department
- Art

Division
- College of Arts & Architecture

Appointment Type
- Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term
- Other

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

Position Details

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 ability in helping students from various backgrounds succeed. Teach undergraduate courses. Varies according to the needs of the school and the specific areas of instruction.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Terminal academic degree 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
- Experience teaching at the university level. A significant record of accomplishment related to the desired teaching area. Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff enrichment.

The Successful Candidate Will
- Have the ability to relate to freshmen and to develop classroom rapport with students 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 Be skilled in utilizing engaging pedagogy that involves students in the learning process Take initiative and work well independently Be able to work closely with other faculty in a collegial environment and contribute to the academic mission of the School.

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…