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Leadership Giving Administrator for Athletics in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Ferris State University is seeking applications for a Leadership Giving Administrator for Athletics to identify, cultivate, and develop relationships with donors to secure funding for Ferris State University Athletics and the University. This position will have a dual reporting structure, reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement within the Ferris Foundation and to the Director of Athletics at Ferris State University. Required: Bachelor’s degree. Three or more years of fundraising, account management, sales and/or related work in relationship building.
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Staff Reporter (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Ferris State Torch is an entirely student-run publication created by students and for students. We publish 27 Wednesdays throughout the academic year and serve as a platform for student voices. From covering campus news to community stories, our mission is to inform, engage and represent the Ferris community while giving students hands-on experience in journalism and media. Our staff members gain real-world experience in reporting, interviewing, editing, and photography while learning the core values of journalism, including accuracy and integrity. Working for the Torch is an opportunity to build your portfolio, develop professional skills, and actively contribute to campus life while being part of a collaborative, student-led team. We welcome students from any major. Staff reporters are writers charged with generating story ideas and reporting on news, entertainment, culture, and/or sports stories. Working with their section editors, staff writers are responsible for providing breaking, generated, or assigned stories by the weekly deadline. They may be assigned a regular beat by their section editor. Staff writers also are responsible for improving the quality and content of copy they produce as directed by editorial staff.
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News Editor (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Ferris State Torch is an entirely student-run publication created by students and for students. We publish 27 Wednesdays throughout the academic year and serve as a platform for student voices. From covering campus news to community stories, our mission is to inform, engage and represent the Ferris community while giving students hands-on experience in journalism and media. Our staff members gain real-world experience in reporting, interviewing, editing, and photography while learning the core values of journalism, including accuracy and integrity. Working for the Torch is an opportunity to build your portfolio, develop professional skills, and actively contribute to campus life while being part of a collaborative, student-led team. We welcome students from any major. The News Editor manages the News section by assigning stories to staff and freelance reporters, providing timely feedback, and being as up-to-date as possible with news, events, and happenings, either directly or indirectly related to the FSU community. The News Editor works with the Editor-in-Chief, other section editors, production staff, and copy editors to produce each week's issue.
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Pharmacy Data Analyst Asst (Student Position) in Grand Rapids, MI 49503
The College of Pharmacy Collaborative to Advance Pharmacy Enterprises (CAPE) is seeking a motivated Student Data Analyst Assistant to support faculty members and data analysts with healthcare data analysis.
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Adjunct Instructor - Pharmaceutical Sciences in Multiple Locations
To support the instructional needs of the Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, the College of Pharmacy seeks to hire an adjunct faculty member with demonstrated expertise in Chemical Manufacturing Controls. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses within the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Regulatory Affairs Certificate Program, which is delivered fully online. The candidate must possess a commitment to engaging students in a virtual environment. Successful candidates will have the ability to translate complex regulatory and manufacturing concepts into accessible, applied learning experiences. The anticipated start date for this position is March 2026 at the earliest and April 2026 at the latest allowing adequate time for course development in preparation for teaching during the Summer Semester. Courses are to be taught 100% online. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment and the duration of the time performing services for Ferris State University. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment at Ferris will not continue. If you reside in Michigan, your position will be part of the Ferris Non-Tenure Track Faculty Organization (FNTFO). Required: PhD, PharmD, or MS in a related field. Minimum of three years of professional experience in either teaching regulatory affairs topics or employment within the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in the area of regulatory affairs.
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Assistant Professor - Dental Hygiene in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The College of Health Professions at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene position, which includes didactic, clinical, and laboratory teaching, as well as related responsibilities in the Dental Hygiene programs and the Dental Clinic. Teaching may include undergraduate and graduate courses. 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(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 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. Required: Master's degree in dental hygiene, education, or a health-related field. Current licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide Certifications. Minimum of three years of dental hygiene experience and/or instructional experience in a dental hygiene education program.
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Personal Counseling Center Graduate Intern in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Provide individual, couple, and group short-term mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach, education and campus programs for Ferris State University (FSU) students as part of a required graduate program clinical internship. Interns will be provided with compensation to assist with the costs of their internship at $16 per hour for up to 600 hours. Required: Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or be on track to graduate with their bachelor's degree by the end of their school's spring 2026 semester. Applicants must also be currently enrolled in a graduate level program (psychology, social work, professional counseling or related field) or must have been accepted to start a graduate level program (psychology, social work, professional counseling, or related field) with a start date no later than summer semester 2026. Applicants must be enrolled in their program's internship course throughout the duration of their internship with the Personal Counseling Center
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Assistant Professor - Data Analytics (9-month, Tenure Track) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Marketing Department is seeking a qualified individual to teach a selection of undergraduate and graduate courses in Data Science & Analytics. The applicant should be able to teach an array of the required courses in the Business Data Analytics BS and the MS in Data Science & Analytics programs. Subjects include: Introduction to statistics, inferential statistics, applied linear models, applied statistical methods, calculus, programming, machine learning, visual data analytics, and data mining tools that include association rules, clustering, predictive analytics, text & web mining, and data warehousing and intelligence. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. 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 2026 at the earliest and January of 2027 at the latest. Required: Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidate graduating prior to January 1, 2027 with a Ph.D. in statistics, applied statistics, data mining, data analytics, business data analytics, data science, or a closely related field. Experience in teaching statistics, data mining, data analytics, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a related field in face-to-face, mixed delivery, or online environments at a college/university level. Industry, consulting, or research experience in statistics, data mining, data analytics, data science, and/or big data. Demonstrated research and publication background.
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Donor Events/Stewardship Specialist in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Reporting to the Manager of Stewardship and Donor Relations, the Donor Events Specialist/Stewardship Coordinator at Ferris State University is responsible for donor stewardship and implementation of the organization's events and special meetings, including; fundraising events, donor relations events, dinner parties, and President’s Box for football and hockey, etc. The Donor Events Specialist/Stewardship Coordinator will work closely with internal events constituents, including the Vice President for University Advancement and Marketing, Associate Vice Presidents, Major Gifts and Alumni, and Annual Giving teams. This Donor Events Specialist/Stewardship Coordinator is responsible for maintaining communication and tactical relationships among events stakeholders including other university departments, corporate and community partners, and event entities. In this role, the Donor Events Specialist/Stewardship Coordinator will interact with a variety of audiences including; donors, University leadership, Foundation, Alumni, advisory board members, and event sponsors. Facilitates completion of all proper paperwork (e.g., event checklists, expense tracking, etc.) according to business standards. This position will require working occasional nights and weekends. Required: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One (1) to three (3) years of experience in donor relations and event management, or a combination of education and experience.
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Secretary Level 2 in Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Provide responsible, independent secretarial support in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. The anticipated start date for this position is March 2026; however, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent. The listed requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education: two years of full-time, related work experience equals one year of education. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time, (in an office setting with public contact and extensive customer service). Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
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Printmaking Studio Monitor (Student Position) in Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Supervise use of manual presses and work areas during open studio hours. Supervise use of manual presses and work areas during open studio hours.
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Assistant Professor - History in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The College of Arts Sciences and Education at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History position within the Humanities Department. Teaching will include undergraduate courses. 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 or approved FSU sites. 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 2026. Required: Ph.D. in History by August 1, 2026. Teaching experience in history.
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Enterprise Application Analyst 2 in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Performs routine business analysis work. Work involves gathering, developing, and documenting user requirements; reviewing, assessing, and developing processes to carry out department level functions; creating and validating automation and reports based on user input and testing; assisting with postimplementation support of systems; and providing support for the systems development life cycle. Works under moderate supervision and may supervise student employees. Capable of handling multiple projects at once and can work well with a team of both IT and functional users. Note: The University will not provide immigration assistance for this position. Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related IT field. At least two years in a business analyst or similar position, experience in higher education preferred.
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Foundation Specialist in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Serves as a key point of contact for the Foundation and Advancement Team, while providing administrative support for the Associate Vice President for Advancement/Executive Director of The Ferris Foundation, the Director of Leadership Giving/Associate Director of The Ferris Foundation, and philanthropy officers. Position requires a significant degree of decision-making and independent action. Interacts with tact and diplomacy with the campus community, vendors, donors, community members and other University constituents. Position reports to the Associate Vice President for Advancement/Executive Director of The Ferris Foundation. Required: Bachelor’s degree. The listed requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education: two years of full-time, related work experience equals one year of education. Valid driver’s license. Three years of relevant work experience at the leadership level. Experience with computer software applications, preferably Microsoft Office and a customer/donor database.
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Senior Laboratory Trainer in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Classroom and small group instruction for proper laboratory procedures with the Institute for Construction Education (ICET). Monitor written and practical certification examinations. This position is also responsible for developing changes to the laboratory curriculum. These are pooled, part-time positions. One or more applicants may be hired as needed on a semester-by-semester basis. The position will not exceed 28 hours per week. The anticipated start date of these positions is Fall 2026 (preferably August) and Spring 2027 (preferably January). Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Current certifications appropriate to program assignment, such as Michigan Certified Aggregate Technician, Michigan Certified Bituminous Laboratory Technician, Level 1 and/or Michigan Certified Density Technician. Five years experience working in the road construction industry related to quality control of highway construction materials. Two years experience in a classroom laboratory setting as a trainer/instructor/monitor.
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Facilities – Custodian (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Custodian positions are open for anyone who enjoys being busy and active while at work. This position includes multiple responsibilities that will have you traveling around campus. Please apply to this posting for starting hours of 5:00pm or 7:30pm
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Facilities – Custodian (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
Custodian positions are open for anyone who enjoys being busy and active while at work. This position includes multiple responsibilities that will have you traveling around campus. Please apply to this posting for starting hours at 10:30pm
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Pharmacy Intern (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Pharmacy Intern supports the department’s health informatics and medication-use research initiatives by assisting with the management and analysis of electronic health care data. This role contributes to projects focused on prescribing patterns, healthcare interventions, and medication-related outcomes. The position also provides student pharmacists with hands-on experience applying clinical knowledge to real-world health data and research workflows. This is a supervised, student-level training position for pharmacy students interested in research, informatics, or public health. Interns work under the direction of faculty investigators and research staff, with structured tasks and increasing responsibility as skills develop. Interns do not make independent clinical decisions but provide meaningful project support. Work is conducted under direct supervision, with training provided in data privacy, research ethics, and proper data handling procedures.
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Assistant Professor - Sales and Marketing (9-month, Tenure Track) in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Department is seeking a qualified individual to teach a selection of undergraduate courses in sales. The ideal candidate should be able to teach various sales-related courses (e.g., Professional Selling, Sales Management, and Advanced Selling). The candidate will participate in developing and improving curriculum and curriculum delivery, assessment of student learning, service work including student engagement activities and committees, and engage in scholarly activities and professional development aligned with current and emergent programmatic needs. The candidate will assist in growing and expanding the sales program. Faculty members have professional responsibilities, including advising students, participating in committees, keeping regularly posted office hours, professional development, and participating in traditional functions with academic significance. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. Faculty members may be required to teach off-campus and/or online. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest.
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Director of Graduate Studies in Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Director of Graduate Studies will: Lead and champion the growth, development, quality, and continuation of all graduate programs and graduate education at Ferris State University. Move graduate education in a direction aligned with Ferris' strategic plan and the goal of enhancing the scholarly contributions of graduate faculty and students. Cultivate progressive academic and administrative policies related to graduate education. Oversee operations in the Office of Graduate Studies, such as the administrative process, marketing strategy, and graduate student experience. Foster collaborative relationships with all faculty, program coordinators, college deans, administrators, and off-campus stakeholders serving and served by the graduate programs. Develop centralized funding for graduate scholarships, assistantships, and similar support for graduate students. The anticipated start date for this position is March 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Terminal Degree from a regionally accredited university, Graduate teaching experience or related professional activities Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills. Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Ability to cultivate relationships with faculty, staff, and administration that emphasizes collaboration and support.
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