Chemical & Biological Engineering Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University, United States

Updated: about 6 hours ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Announcement Number FAC - VA - 24103
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Miriam Daniels
406-994-2221
[email protected]
Classification Title Instructor
Working Title Chemical & Biological Engineering Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
Brief Position Overview
The Chemical & Biological Engineering Department offers bachelor’s degrees in chemical engineering as well as biological engineering.  The Department is seeking professionals to serve as instructors in the following areas:
  • Material Science
  • Material and Energy Balances
  • Unit Operations Laboratory
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Heat Transfer
  • Separation Processes
  • Chemical Reaction Engineering
  • Process Dynamics and Control
  • Bioprocess Engineering
  • Bioseparations
  • Transport
  • Biotransport
  • Design (capstone design course)


In addition, opportunities exist for teaching courses within our new biomedical engineering program, developing new courses, and teaching at the graduate level.
Faculty Tenure Track No
Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track
Position Number 4A6131
Department Chemical & Biological Engineering
Division College of Engineering
Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)
Contract Term Semester
Semester Fall or Spring
If other, specify From date
If other, specify End date
Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination
FTE Varies
Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, qualifications and course(s) taught.
Contract Type LOA
If other, please specify
Recruitment Type Open

Position Details


General Statement
Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration.
The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.
Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Duties and Responsibilities
We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a diverse University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from diverse backgrounds succeed.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Teach on-campus and/or online courses.
  • Advise, evaluate and assist students.
  • Participate in curriculum and/or course development.
  • Contribute positively and professionally to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Relevant degree and experience.
  • Demonstrated experience working with and engaging diverse students and colleagues within and outside the department
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Relevant industrial experience.
  • A record of successful teaching at the college level.
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    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Have effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
    • Have a strong interest in student success and commitment to quality teaching.
    • Possess excellent written and oral communications skills.
    • Have the ability to work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals.
    • Have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.
    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.
    • Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU .
    • Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
    • If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
    • Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union


    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
    Physical Demands
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    The Program
    The Department
    The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering offers two undergraduate degree programs:
    • Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering
    • Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering


    Both of these degree programs integrate chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and mathematics along with oral and written communications courses, and CORE courses in the humanities and social sciences. The bioengineering program adds a significant exposure to biological science in addition to the chemistry core. The chemical engineering and bioengineering programs are fundamentally similar in that both are focused on the transformation of molecules, but the methods and equipment used for biotransformation and separation are quite different from those used for chemical transformations. The curricula accommodate the unique characteristics of each discipline. Each ChBE student participates in a capstone senior design team project that provides an opportunity to pull together the knowledge and skills learned in earlier courses to solve a real world problem.
    The College
    The Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering comprises five academic departments (Chemical & Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Gianforte School of Computing, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering and is home to the following research centers: Center for Biofilm Engineering (CBE), Western Transportation Institute (WTI), Montana Microfabrication Facility (MMF) and the Subzero Science and Engineering Research Facility; the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center (MMEC); and the Army and Air Force ROTC Units. The College enrolls approximately 4,000 students with more than 200 studying in graduate degree programs. Doctoral degree programs include a Ph.D. in Computer Science and a Ph.D. in Engineering with options in the fields of Applied Mechanics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
    The College is excited that Asbjornson Hall opened in 2019. This innovative facility is transforming education and scholarly activity at MSU.

    Posting Detail Information


    Number of Vacancies Multiple Positions
    Desired Start Date Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be:
    Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.
    Special Instructions
    Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
    Diversity Statement
     Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
    Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
    Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, PO Box 172520, Montana State University, Bozeman MT 59717-2520; 406-994-3651; [email protected] .
    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
    MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html

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