Instructor of Art Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Instructor of Art Non‑Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University – Office of Student Engagement – 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, METALSMITH ING
• GRAPHIC DESIGN
• ART HISTORY

Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26056
Contact: Joicanne Likness, 406‑994‑4502, joicanne.likeness

Classification

Title:

Instructor –

Working Title:

Instructor of Art Non‑Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
Position Number: 4A6162
Department: Art, Division:
College of Arts & Architecture
Appointment Type: Non‑Tenure Track (Pooled)
Contract Term: Semester (Fall or Spring) or Other (specify)
Union Affiliation: 0.5 FTE or more represented by AFMSU;
Salary: Commendatory with experience, education, and qualifications; dependent on number of courses and duration.

Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non‑tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Requests for applications are accepted on a continual basis and will be maintained in the hiring pool for two years. After two years, candidates may be requested to re‑submit materials for continued consideration. Appointments are on a part‑time basis and vary in duration, ranging from a few weeks to an academic year, depending on specific needs.

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.

• Teach undergraduate courses in the areas listed above.
• Varies according to the needs of the school and the specific areas of instruction.

• 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.

• 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.

• Relate to freshmen and develop classroom rapport with students.
• Mentor and inspire a broad student body.
• Collaborate successfully with faculty and staff.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Utilize engaging pedagogy that involves students in the learning process.
• Take initiative and work well independently.
• Work closely with other faculty in a collegial environment and contribute to the academic mission of the School.

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 0.5 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 AFSMU.
• Any position less than 0.5 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.

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Online Portfolio – URL
• Cover Letter addressing each of the Required and Preferred Qualifications

Optional Documents:

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). They are not provided here.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industry: Events Services
• EEO Statement: 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, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
  
  To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Position is not eligible for sponsorship.