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Adjunct Instructor 1 - Dental Hygiene Clinical
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Supervision and evaluation of students in pre-clinical, clinical, and laboratory dental hygiene sessions, dental radiology, oral science or dental materials lab sessions. Will work at the direction of the Dental Hygiene Clinic Operations Supervisor. 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 University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2025 at the earliest and January 2026 at the latest. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from an accredited dental hygiene program, or a related field. Must be a Registered Dental Hygienist with certification in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, CPR, and licensed to practice in the State of Michigan. Two years clinical experience. |
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Adjunct Instructor 3 - Forensics/Debate & Communication (3 year appointment)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Humanities Department seeks applications for a Level 3 adjunct instructor in Forensics/Debate & Communication. This is a 3-year (9-month) appointment. This position may carry a dual responsibility of teaching and up to a 50% coaching load. The primary duties are to serve as the Coach of the Forensics/Debate Team and to teach two foundational undergraduate communication courses. 1) Forensics/Debate Team Coach (up to 50%) – The Coach will lead a dynamic and comprehensive forensics program, which may include individual events, various debate formats, and other relevant competitive activities. Responsibilities include: Overseeing team operations, including planning and organizing travel, budgeting, and student recruitment and retention. Collaborating closely with departmental leadership and the Communication Area Coordinator. Advising the university’s chapter of Pi Kappa Delta (chartered in 1960), with opportunities to engage with the national alumni chapter. The program benefits from over 65 years of strong institutional support and a tradition of excellence grounded in the values of Pi Kappa Delta. 2) Teaching Responsibilities – The selected candidate will teach two or more core undergraduate courses in Communication. These may include, but are not limited to Public Speaking, Small Group Decision Making and Interpersonal Communication. Depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications, there may be opportunities to teach upper-level courses in the Communication curriculum. 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 start date for this position is August 2025.. Required: Masters degree in Communication or related field. Experience in Forensics and Debate. Experience teaching undergraduate courses in Public Speaking. |
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Adjunct Instructor 3 - Construction Management
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| We are seeking a 3-year full-time temporary faculty member (9-month contract) to teach face-to-face in one or more of the following degree programs: Building Construction Technology AAS, Civil Engineering Technology AAS, Construction Management BS and Facilities Management BS. The role involves teaching lectures and/or labs in topics related to construction, facilities management, and virtual design and construction. The faculty member is expected to focus on student success, maintain office hours, and integrate current technology in their teaching. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2025 at the earliest and January of 2026 at the latest. 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. |
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Adjunct Instructor 1- Project Management
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Multiple Locations
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| The candidate will teach a broad spectrum of undergraduate Project Management classes as needed. Faculty may be required to teach 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. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include but are not limited to: 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). 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. 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 being used for face to face and/or online instruction. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2025 at the earliest and January of 2026 at the latest. Required: Master’s degree in Project Management or related field OR Any Master's degree with 18 graduate credit hours in Project Management. Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Minimum 3 years of relevant teaching experience or professional Project Management experience. |
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Adjunct Instructor 1 - Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL)
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Multiple Locations
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| Part-time doctoral-level teaching in the area of community college/higher education governance and policy at campus locations and online (hybrid delivery). In addition to teaching, part-time faculty are also responsible for typical course-related tasks (assessment, course development, and quarterly faculty meetings). The anticipated start date of this position is January 2025 at the earliest and May 2025 at the latest. This is a pooled position. Applications will be held until vacancies occur, when qualified candidates may be contacted. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes semester-by-semester. All DCCL courses are hybrid with some face-to-face and some online instruction. Candidates must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin following acceptance of employment. Required: PhD, EdD, or JD relevant to the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program. Applicants must have executive-level leadership/administration experience in a community college or other higher education organization. Applicants must have teaching experience within higher education. |