Honors College HONR 201 and 202 Texts and Critics Instructor; Pool

Honors College HONR 201 and 202 Texts and Critics Instructor (Applicant Pool)
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This position is not eligible for NEW sponsorship.

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.

Position Information

Announcement Number

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26111

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Working Title Honors College HONR 201 and 202 Texts and Critics Instructor (Applicant Pool)

Brief Position Overview

The Honors College seeks individuals to serve as instructors for HONR 201 and 202, Texts and Critics, the interdisciplinary seminar for first-year honors college students.

• We are especially interested in candidates who, through their life experiences, research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to excellence in undergraduate education in the Honors College at Montana State University.
• We require candidates who are excited about a classroom environment where student voices are centered.
• We welcome applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who have excelled in careers outside of academia.
• We seek candidates who possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute to the academic success and retention of honors college students.

Faculty Tenure Track No

Faculty Rank

Position Number

Position Number 4A6608

Department

Department Honors College

Division

Division Honors College

Appointment Type

Contract Term

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

Semester Fall or Spring

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Union Affiliation

FTE

FTE Varies

Benefits Eligible

Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - )

Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type

Contract Type LOA

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Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide high-quality instruction and to perform related academic duties as needed. Instructional assignments are contingent upon departmental needs and the availability of funding.

Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in the pool for up to two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to resubmit their application materials for continued consideration.

Application materials will be reviewed by the appropriate search committee or hiring authority, and applicants will be notified if they are being considered for an open position.

Non-tenure-track appointments may be part-time or full-time and vary in duration depending on the specific needs of the department or program. Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and the duration of the appointment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Advising, evaluating, and assisting students.
• Participation in weekly, one-hour faculty meetings, Mondays at noon.
• Meeting regularly with, collaborating with, and evaluating the student fellow assigned to your section.
• Provide office hours for students

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated and effective teaching experience at the university level.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field, combined with either college teaching experience or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Doctoral degree or equivalent experience in an appropriate field of instruction or professional activity as determined by the department.
• Relevant academic/professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses, preferably in a seminar‑style, discussion‑based classroom.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have the ability to relate to and support first‑year students.
• Have the ability to mentor and inspire students from all backgrounds.
• Have effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and student fellows.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Be skilled in utilizing engaging…