Montana State University
Bozeman
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Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position
Vacancy Announcement
Position Title (Pooled Position)
Department
Department Home Page (URL)
Search Number
(HR will assign)
Start Date
Appointment
Salary
The below language is standard on Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Announcements:
Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non tenurable level instruction and/or related functions.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After
two years, candidates need to re-submit materials for continued consideration.
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.
Appointments are 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/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.
Responsibilities may include: 1) Teaching on-campus or online courses, 2) Advising, evaluating and assisting students and/or
3) Curriculum and/or course development
We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, 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.
As a non tenurable employee, you may be eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of Montana State University, the
Montana University System and the AFMSU Non Tenure Track Collective Bargaining Agreement at
www.montana.edu/wwwprov/agreements/nontenure/.
Community
Information
Optional Language:
Founded in 1893 as a Land Grant University, Montana State University (MSU) is composed of nine
academic colleges and a graduate school and boasts a friendly, supportive faculty and campus environment.
Currently, the University hosts an enrollment of over 15,000 students, including approximately 2,000
graduate students. MSU is classified as one of 108 U.S. Research Universities (very high research activity)
by the Carnegie Foundation.
MSU is located in Bozeman, Montana, an extended community of about 70,000 nestled in the Rocky
Mountains in Southwest Montana. In addition to providing access to an extraordinary ecosystem for teaching
and research programs, Bozeman is renowned for year-round recreational and cultural opportunities to
include access to world class ski areas, multiple blue ribbon trout streams and the Gallatin National Forest.
The Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport is served by several major airlines and is the busiest airport
in the state.
Named an All American City, Bozeman boasts high-quality medical facilities, a very low crime rate, many
fine restaurants, acclaimed public and private schools, a symphony orchestra and choir, an annual opera, and
nationally known events such as the Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts held in early August of each year.
Bozeman is listed as one of National Geographic's "World's 25 Best Ski Towns." Bizjournals.com ranked
Bozeman #2 on the list of American Dreamtowns - small towns that offer the best quality of life without
metropolitan hassles. The K-12 educational system, growing reputation of Montana State University, and
pristine natural environment of the area combine to make Bozeman one of America's most desirable
university towns. Bozeman is located in the beautiful Gallatin Valley, 90 miles north of Yellowstone
National Park..
Overview
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Duties and
Responsibilities
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Required
Qualifications
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Preferred
Qualifications
1.
The Successful
Candidate Will
Examples of “Successful Candidate Will” statements can be found at
http://www.montana.edu/hr/Forms.htm
Helpful tip: Required Qualifications should be objective and measurable (experience based and not subjective abilities or
characteristics)
Utilize this section to highlight the skills & abilities required for the position. Reference calls & interviews with the
candidates will help verify or confirm the candidate’s skills & abilities.
Additional
Requirements
The background check statement below is required on all vacancy announcements
In accordance with MSU policy, hiring will be conditional upon successful completion of a preemployment background check.
Application
Deadline
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.
Application
Procedure
Please adjust the following application information to meet the needs and demands of the position.
To apply, submit: (1) a letter of application that addresses the required qualifications listed in this
announcement. Address preferred qualifications if listed. NOTE: Please indicate the position for which
you are applying and be specific. (ex: Instructor, Technology Education; Instructor, Educational
Leadership; Adult Education, etc.); (2) a curriculum vitae identifying area of interest and (3) a list of the
names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three current professional references
An application packet addressing all the above requirements and qualification as listed is highly
encouraged. Missing materials and information may not be requested and may result in your application
not being considered for the position.
Electronic submissions in PDF format are preferred, and must have the applicant's signature on the letter
of application. For electronic submittals, please indicate "Applicant - Search #XXXX” in the subject line
of the email.
Submit materials to:
Individual Name (Optional)
Position Title
Department Name
Montana State University
PO Box 17XXXX
Bozeman MT 59717-XXXX
(406)XXX-XXXX
email address