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Michigan State University is seeking a Specialist - Teacher for the IAT Forest Technology Program. This role involves teaching 5-7 courses per academic year, with courses offered in various formats including field, online, and face-to-face. The position is based at Muskegon Community College in Muskegon, MI, and focuses on engaging students through innovative teaching methods and achieving learning outcomes. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field, and a strong commitment to student success.
Responsibilities
- Teach 5-7 courses during the academic year, with courses offered in field, online, or face-to-face formats.
- Engage students through innovative teaching methods.
- Determine, measure, and achieve learning outcomes.
Qualifications
Required
- Masters in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field.
- Record of outstanding teaching.
- Experience in course development.
- Strong commitment to student success.
Preferred
- Experience in field-based teaching.
- Research experience in forestry education or other forestry-relevant research.
- Expertise in areas of anticipated department growth, including field technology, data measurements and analysis, arboriculture, climate-smart forestry, global environmental change, and forestry business competencies.
About Michigan State University
Michigan State University (MSU) is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and advancing the common good. It offers a wide range of programs, including a top-ranked nuclear physics graduate program, and is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. MSU provides students with life-changing opportunities to thrive in an innovative and supportive environment.
Full Job Description
Job postings
Specialist - Teacher-Fixed Term
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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department:Agricultural Technology Institute 10002042
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: Muskegon
Categories: Agriculture, Education/Training, Student Services/Student Affairs, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly
Working/Functional Title
Specialist - Teacher - Fixed Term
Position Summary
We seek candidate who will contribute to the dynamic learning environment in the IAT Urban Forest Management Program (iat.msu.edu). The successful candidate will teach 5-7 courses during the academic year. The number of classes is dependent on when courses are offered. The successful candidate should: have evidence of outstanding teaching skills in diverse formats, including both large and small classroom settings, lab and field settings, and on-line; and demonstrate experience using innovative approaches to engage students and to determine, measure, and achieve learning outcomes. Courses could be taught in field, on-line, or face-to-face. MSU has many mechanisms in place to support innovation in teaching and curriculum development.
The position will be based at Muskegon Community College in Muskegon, Mi.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Masters -In forestry, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field. A record of outstanding teaching, experience in course development, and a strong commitment to student success.
Minimum Requirements
Required qualifications:An earned M.S. in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, or a closely related field. A record of outstanding teaching, experience in course development, and a strong commitment to student success.
Desired Qualifications
Desired qualifications:Experience in field‐based teaching. Research experience in forestry education or other forestry‐relevant research. Expertise in areas of anticipated department growth, including field technology, data measurements and analysis, arboriculture, climate‐smart forestry, global environmental change, and forestry business competencies.
Required Application Materials
To Apply:For consideration, submit your application online athttp://careers.msu.edu (http://careers.msu.eduto/) . Upload the following required documents:
a) letter of interest that includes qualifications for the position.
b) current curriculum vitae.
c) contact information for three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Special Instructions
Application deadline:The search committee will begin reviewing applications on September 15, 2024, and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected. The position is targeted to start as soon as possible. The position is expected to continue to be renewed annually for at least three years, contingent upon successful performance and continued funding.
Questions regarding this position can be addressed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Jeno Rivera, Institute of Agricultural Technology, at jeno@msu.edu
Review of Applications Begins On
09/15/2024
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Website
IAT.MSU.EDU
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Aug 26, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time