Adjunct Instructor 1 - Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Ferris State University • Big Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The School of Design and Manufacturing invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program. Position requires teaching undergraduate-level lecture and laboratory coursework in a 'hands-on' academic environment. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. This posting is used for face to face and/or online instruction. For in-person or hybrid teaching positions, candidates must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. For courses that are taught 100% online, the candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline OR a master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial or related discipline.
• BS Engineering or Engineering Technology and MS Engineering or Engineering Technology and three years hands-on experience in Manufacturing OR
• BS Engineering or Engineering Technology and MS (any) and six years hands-on experience in Manufacturing OR
• BS Engineering or Engineering Technology and 8 years hands-on experience in Manufacturing and a subject matter expert in an area relevant to Manufacturing.
• Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering courses utilizing effective methods that ensure all course outcomes are met.
• Delivering courses in a classroom format.
• Demonstrating an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Supporting, promoting, and developing University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Keeping regular posted office hours scheduled at times convenient for students.
• Participating in traditional functions with academic significance, such as reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time.
• Teaching off-campus or in an online environment as required.
• Performing any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Benefits

• Employment opportunities in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees