Gen Ed - Natural Sciences Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College; Pool

Gen Ed - Natural Sciences Non‑Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Appointments may be on a part‑time basis and vary in duration (a couple of weeks, a semester, or an academic year, depending on specific needs). Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Position Information

• Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26055
• Position Number: 4A8000
• Salary: $1,300 per credit
• Contract Type: LOA
• Contract Term:
  Semester
• Benefits Eligible:
  Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources – 406‑994‑3651)

General Statement

Gallatin College seeks qualified individuals to provide non‑tenure‑track level instruction and/or related functions. The department or program search committee 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

Gallatin College seeks instructors to teach Natural Science courses in Bozeman at either our MSU or East Frontage Rd locations in one or more of the following specialty areas:
Physics, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Ecology, or related disciplines.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Master’s degree in a relevant area
• Demonstrated experience working with and engaging students and colleagues within and outside the department

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff enrichment

The Successful Candidate Will

• Work professionally and effectively with individuals and groups.
• Possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Gallatin College Montana State University.

Position Special Requirements / Additional Information

• Faculty – Gallatin College – Any position more than .5 FTE may be eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of the Montana Two‑Year College Faculty Association (MTYCFA), Montana State University, the Montana University System, or the AFMSU Non‑Tenure Track Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Physical Demands

Normal classroom environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The Program

• Undecided about their educational goals
• Prefer small class sizes
• Concerned about affordability
• Need academic support
• Desire a more gradual entrance into the university

The College offers two degree programs for transfer and general education:
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree – provides a foundation of general education studies with a concentration of coursework in the arts, humanities, and social sciences; and The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree – provides a foundation of general education studies with a concentration of coursework in mathematics and natural sciences.

Number of Vacancies Multiple

Applications

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool. The application process will be conducted online through the MSU career portal.

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

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).