Ast Instructor​/Inst​/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title

Ast Instructor/Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

The Department of Media and Information at Michigan State University seeks applications for outstanding candidates at Assistant Instructor/Instructor/Assistant Professor rank to teach courses in media and information, if the need arises. Ideal candidates will be dynamic and engaging in the classroom and have demonstrated success in human-centered approaches to design, and engages with emerging technologies, such as (but not limited to) social networks, games, interactive media, virtual reality, and augmented reality.

We value interests in socially relevant topics and improving peoples lives. Our ideal candidate integrates both "arts" and "sciences" in their work while recognizing the importance of inclusivity. The review of applications is ongoing and continuous. Please note that a position could be part-time or full-time and vary by semester, depending on the needs of the department. It is possible that no positions are needed in some semesters.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Doctorate
-Media and Information or related field

• A Ph.D./Masters/Bachelors degree in relevant field
• Doctorate aligned with title and experience qualifications
• Equivalency will be based on the following criteria:
• • Bachelor's degree is required for Assistant Instructor
• • Master's degree is required for Instructor
• • Ph.D. is required for Assistant Professor
• Demonstrated skills in areas related to the course content
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Recognized or award-winning achievements in related areas of practice
• Teaching experience is strongly preferred

• CV
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references

A professional misconduct review is a prerequisite for a candidate to be selected for this position. Applicants will be asked to disclose whether they are subject to any pending investigation, findings or sanctions related to professional misconduct. Professional misconduct includes misconduct related to a person’s employment, including, but not limited to, theft, embezzlement, research integrity, discrimination, or harassment under civil rights laws and policies, including protected identity harassment, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct (sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, etc.),

and retaliation. All applicants will be asked to sign an authorization and release, which authorizes the University to contact the candidate’s current and former employers, for a period of 7 years prior to the date of application, related to any pending investigations, findings of responsibility and/or sanctions related to professional misconduct. Nothing will be sent to current or former employers unless the candidate reaches the semi-finalist stage.

The existence of professional misconduct history does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment. The University will assess the history, including any information provided by the candidate, in determining whether it is compatible with the position. The University may decline to hire a candidate based on the professional misconduct review. All records obtained from external employers will be kept in a secure location, separate from personnel files.

If an applicant fails to sign the authorization and release, the application will be deemed incomplete and will be withdrawn.

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

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Advertised: Jul 17, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Jul 10, 2028 Eastern Daylight Time