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Specialist - Teacher-Fixed Term

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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff

Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Engineering

Department:Engineering Dean 10016256

Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Education/Training, Engineers/Architects, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Union

Position Summary

The College of Engineering at Michigan State University is seeking a candidate for an initial three-year, fixed-term teaching specialist position with possible successive appointments based on budget availability to support instruction in the Applied Engineering Sciences program and mutual agreement. The Teaching Specialist position is a non-tenure track, fixed-term position and will be appointed on an academic year (9-month) basis. Applied Engineering Sciences is a multidisciplinary broad engineering degree housed in the College of Engineering with a business complement of courses. Candidates are expected to have the capacity to teach within the engineering program curriculum and have the flexibility to teach introductory courses within the College of Engineering as well. Additional details about the MSU teaching specialist position may be found athttps://www.hr.msu.edu/policies-procedures/faculty-academic-staff/academic-specialist-handbook/index.html

A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level is expected as well as a strong academic or industrial background in engineering analysis, computation, design, and data analytics with experience in MATLAB or other structured programming and data visualization such as Tableau or Power BI. Preference will be given to candidates who excel in engineering globalization, systems analysis and sustainable system management. Consideration will also be given to candidates whose experiences prepare them to contribute to MSU's commitment to inclusion and diversity.

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 -Engineering discipline

Minimum Requirements

Qualified candidates will have a master’s degree in an engineering discipline with significant industrial or educational experience in engineering or a doctoral degree in engineering or engineering education with experience in engineering analysis, design, computation and data analytics. Applicants are expected to work well in a team setting and be highly self-motivated.

Required Application Materials

Applicants must submit

• a detailed resume,

• a cover letter summarizing their qualifications,

• a vision statement for teaching,

• a statement regarding diversity that discusses the applicant’s philosophy toward promoting diversity, equity and inclusion as it applies to their teaching and mentoring, and

• the names and contact information for at least three references.

Special Instructions

For more information about Applied Engineering Sciences, visithttps://engineering.msu.edu/about/departments/aes

Review of Applications Begins On

04/30/2024

Website

https://engineering.msu.edu/about/departments/aes

Department Statement

MSU enjoys a park-like campus with outlying research facilities and natural areas. The campus is adjacent to the city of East Lansing and the capital city of Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of approximately 470,000. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. Michigan State University is proactive in exploring opportunities for employment for dual-career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSU’s dual-career support can be found at. https://worklife.msu.edu/your-career/dual-career/Information about WorkLife at MSU and the College of Engineering can be found athttps://worklife.msu.edu/andhttps://engineering.msu.edu/careers/college-employment#ourcampus

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.

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