Assistant Professor – Project Management (Tenure Track - 9 month)

Ferris State University•Big Rapids, MI

1d•$95,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Project Management position. Teaching may include undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, and faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment. Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement. Specifically, we expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and be willing to mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role. In support of teaching, candidates will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. 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 and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date is January of 2027 at the earliest and August 2027 at the latest. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc.

Requirements

Masters degree from an accredited university in Project Management, Management, Business Administration, Management of Information Systems, or a related field or Masters degree and tested experience evidenced by certifications and professional experience in Project Management.
If the candidate's degree is in a closely related field, a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Project Management is required.
A minimum of three years of experience managing projects, people, schedules, budgets, risks, or other project-management-related knowledge areas.
Teaching or training experience in the related field.
Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate with other faculty and the University administration to support the mission of Ferris State University.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate (Ph.D. or DBA) from an accredited university in Management, Business Administration, Management of Information Systems, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Current Certified Agile Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certificate.
Related PMI certifications.
Teaching or training experience.

Responsibilities

Teach full-time during the 9-month academic year.
Recruitment of students (including Dawg Days, Admitted Student Days, visits to high schools or career tech centers, and other University-outreach events) will occur throughout the academic year and include some Saturdays.
Serve on program committees and represent the program(s) on College and University committees.
Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development, assessment, and quality assurance.
Candidate is expected to teach at both the Big Rapids and Grand Rapids campuses.
Teach and coordinate elective courses in areas of expertise.
Collaborate in the design and implementation of additional undergraduate and graduate degrees
Maintain records and conduct assessments, advising, and all other administrative features of the position in accordance with policies and procedures developed by the university, college, school, department, and/or program.
Perform duties in accordance with established University policies.
Act as liaison between the program and professional organizations through active, individual involvement and, potentially, as the program-appointed representative.
Enthusiastically support student success through active involvement with individual students, student organizations, and student competitions, both within and outside of the classroom.
Remain current in the profession.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Ferris State University's philosophy places excellence in teaching as the priority while encouraging involvement in scholarly activity.
Work with colleagues to develop new curricular initiatives.
Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in university committees, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
Faculty members may be required to teach off-campus or in an online environment.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.