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Student Success Initiatives Staff Asst for DDSA (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| This position supports the Office of Student Success Initiatives and University College’s grant-funded programs, funded by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). The SSI Staff Assistant will collaborate with the Student Success Initiatives Director and 4S Grants Program Coordinator to plan, develop, and implement SSI programs. Additionally, this role will assist in the development and execution of Determined Dawg Student Success Program events and support select functions of the Determined Dawgs Scholar Academy. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Artificial Intelligence
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Part-time teaching and related responsibilities: utilizing face-to-face, blended and/or online modes of delivery; delivery on or off campus; assuring/improving learning through assessment; close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning. The anticipated need is for adjunct instructors to teach face-to-face courses on the Big Rapids campus, but online course offerings may also be available periodically. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State's sites and possibly online. 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 of this position is August of 2026 at the earliest and January of 2027 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised as needed. Required: Master’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, IT/IS Security/Intelligence or related field from an accredited college or university. Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Information Security & Intelligence or similar field with emphasis in AI, data science or cybersecurity. A certificate or evidence of specialized training, education or publication in the area the candidate will teach, which may include the following relevant areas: PowerBI, data mining and analysis; interface design; visual/link analysis; data analysis; data base; artificial intelligence, accounting/financial analysis, health care data analysis; marketing data analysis; AWS; Microsoft Fabric; ethics. Three years of industry experience or two years industry experience plus additional education beyond master's degree or certifications in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data science or related field in information systems. |
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Assistant Professor of Radiography
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Health Professions at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure track, Assistant Professor position. Teaching will include undergraduate courses in the Radiography program in person on the Big Rapids campus, online, and mixed method instruction in the Associate program. Duties include assisting with curriculum development and revision, participating in orientation, registration and recruitment activities, academic advising, maintaining regular office hours, participating in program, department and College meetings and professional service activities, and engaging in applied scholarship. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, 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 selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised as needed. |
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Director of Dining Services
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Reporting to the Executive Director, Campus Auxiliary Services, the Director of Dining Services will provide innovative, strategic, and comprehensive leadership for an extensive self-operated dining program, ensuring a high-quality dining experience for the campus community. The Director of Dining Services oversees all culinary operations, including staff management, menu planning, budgeting, and safety compliance, to ensure high-quality food service. They manage purchasing, the student experience, staff relationships, and team training to meet nutritional, regulatory, and budgetary goals. Required: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, food and nutrition, business, or a related discipline. Minimum of ten years progressive professional experience in a food service/hospitality environment. Minimum five years of significant supervisory experience in a large, diverse, multi-unit operation. Experience managing bargaining unit staff. |
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CMREN Student Worker (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| This position serves in a support role for a grant-funded project which amplifies current Substance Use Disorder and Opioid Use Disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts in the five-county area of Lake, Mecosta, Montcalm, Newaygo, and Osceola, in the building of a regional Recovery Ecosystem. This position reports directly to the Project Director and the Network Director. A grant-funded position, this temporary position is funded through June 30, 2027. |
