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Adjunct Instructor - Reading
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| This position has responsibilities for teaching Foundations – Analytical Reading or Analytical Reading at Ferris State University. Instruction will focus on providing students with the opportunity to become critical readers by increasing vocabulary, enhancing reading comprehension and recall, and improving reading skills to better prepare for college level reading. 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 or approved FSU site or possibly online. 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 January 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed. Required: Master’s degree in Reading, Developmental Education, Special Education or related field. Experience teaching and/or developmental studies at the college or K-12 levels. Experience teaching reading, developmental-level, and/or language arts at the high school and/or post-secondary levels. |
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Desktop Support Technician 3
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide computer support services for assigned area(s) within the University community on campus and statewide. Required: Associate’s Degree in a computer related field or two years of completed college coursework in a computer related field. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Active Comptia A+ Certification. Ten years of work experience in a computer and audio/video related support position. |
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Adjunct Instructor - DCCL: IDSL 894 Practicum, Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL)
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Multiple Locations
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| Ferris State University seeks qualified candidates to teach part-time in the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program. Instruction occurs on campus, at off-campus locations, and online. Course Assignment: IDSL 894 Practicum. Course description: Provides an independent, individual learning experience designed specifically to meet the learner’s professional goals. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Applications will be retained until vacancies arise, at which time qualified candidates may be contacted. This posting is for a 7 ½ week mixed delivery course – typically one face-to-face weekend (either in Michigan or Houston, Texas) followed by online instruction. The candidate(s) must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment and the duration of time performing services for Ferris State University. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment with Ferris will not continue. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. Required: Earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, or JD) in a discipline relevant to community college leadership. Significant administrative experience in a community college or relevant subject-matter expertise (e.g., organizational leadership, higher education policy, institutional effectiveness, or student success initiatives). Applicants must demonstrate substantial leadership or administrative experience at the mid- to senior level within a community college or comparable higher education institution, along with documented teaching experience in higher education. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Geography
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks applicants to provide instruction for a variety of face-to-face and online Human Geography courses on the Big Rapids, MI campus. Needs vary from semester to semester and may include introductory courses in World Regional Geography, Cultural Geography, Geography of US and Canada, and Geography of Michigan as well as other upper-level courses as determined by instructor qualification and departmental needs. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. For in-person or hybrid teaching positions: Courses are to be taught in person on Ferris State University's Big Rapids Campus. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. For 100% online teaching positions: Courses are to be taught online. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan*, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment. 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, the position will be part of the Ferris Non-Tenure Track Faculty Organization - FNTFO, except for DCCL and clinical adjuncts in the College of Health Professions, Pharmacy, and the Michigan College of Optometry). The anticipated start date of these positions is January 2026 or August 2026, based on the department needs. Required: Master’s degree in Geography. Higher education teaching experience. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Clinical Faculty (Part-Time)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide in-person clinical teaching and patient care at the University Eye Center campus clinic (Big Rapids). 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 provide clinical education on a semester-by-semester basis. Compensation for the position is determined by degree held, residency, experience and certifications. See Tiered schedule information: Tier 1 ($53.97/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) without Residency; and 2 years' experience Tier 2 ($61.97/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) with Residency; and 3 years' experience; and Fellowship (FAAO, FOVDRA, etc.) or equivalent certifications Tier 3 ($69.97/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) with Residency; and 5 years' experience; and Fellowship; and national professional organization lectures/posters and/or other published works. The anticipated start date is September 2025 and remains ongoing as needed. Required: At the time of appointment, the applicant must hold the Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree. At the time of appointment, the applicant must have or be eligible for a Michigan optometry license with DPA and TPA certifications for appointment to the college's clinical staff. At least one year of residency experience or have at least 2 years in patient care work experience. |