Liberal Studies Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Liberal Studies Non‑Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University – Office of Student Engagement, College of Letters & Science.

Full‑time, contract, negotiable salary; FLSA exempt; appointment type:
Non‑Tenure Track (Pooled). Position numbers: 4A6616 (campus hire) or 4A6140 (online hire). Appointments are part‑time and may range from a few weeks to a semester or academic year.

Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non‑tenure level instruction in Liberal Studies courses (LS 101, LS 301) and related functions. Instructors will be scheduled for fall and spring semesters as needed and may be retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

• Design and deliver Liberal Studies or Liberal Studies Online courses as assigned.
• If teaching online, complete specialized online training and attend regular workshops.
• Assist with curriculum and course development, when applicable.
• Collaborate with other faculty to ensure consistent standards across courses.
• Participate in faculty meetings and program/university assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Maintain appropriate office hours or availability for student questions and concerns.
• Meet and collaborate with assigned peer leaders/mentors; evaluate their performance.

• Master’s degree in a field related to humanities, social science, natural science, or fine arts.

• PhD in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses.
• Knowledge of college student development.
• Terminal degree in a related field.

• Ability to build classroom rapport and employ engaging pedagogy.
• Mentor and inspire students from all backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Independent initiative, good judgment, and self‑direction.

Any position from 0.5 FTE or greater may be represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Positions below 0.5 FTE are not represented by the union. Union status may change if the FTE changes during employment.

Erica Dungan
, On‑Campus Program Manager
(406) 994‑7805
erica.dungan

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, or disability in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Physical demands:
The position requires ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations, as specified in the job description.