Gen Ed

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Sarah Maki

Classification Title Instructor Working Title Gen Ed - Natural Sciences Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool) Brief Position Overview

Gallatin College seeks Natural Science non-tenure track faculty for the AA/AS program.

Faculty Tenure Track No Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track Position Number 4A8000 Department Gallatin College Division Gallatin College Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track (Pooled) Contract Term Semester Semester Fall & Spring If other, specify From date If other, specify End date Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination FTE Dependent on work load units. Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources Salary $1,300/credit Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Gallatin College seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions.

The department or program search committees 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 relevant area
• Demonstrated experience working with and engaging students and colleagues within and outside the department

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• College level teaching experience
• 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

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 .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 .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.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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

Gallatin College's transfer and general education degrees are designed to meet the needs of students who are:

• undecided about their educational goals
• prefer small class sizes
• are concerned about affordability
• need academic support
• desire a more gradual entrance into the university

Gallatin 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.

The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree

Provides a foundation of general education studies with a concentration of coursework in mathematics and natural sciences.

The Department

To enhance educational opportunity, Gallatin College offers developmental coursework, transfer degrees and workforce certificates.

High quality instruction, small class sizes, and out-of-class academic support are hallmarks of Gallatin College MSU.

The College

Gallatin College MSU is Southwest Montana's two-year college, offering associate degrees and one- and two- year professional certificates. Gallatin College complements the four-year programs at Montana State University and ensures access to workforce development that promotes a vibrant local economy.

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies Multiple Desired Start Date Review Of Applications Will Be On a Continual Basis And Will Continue Until The Position(s) Are Filled. Applicants Will Be Notified If Their Application Is Being Retained In The Hiring Pool For Up To Two Years. Position End Date (if Temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications Will Be

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) 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 weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department or program. Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.**
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 Details

FLSA Determination

FLSA Status Exempt

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions

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