Job Description

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor 1 - Exercise Science

Location:

Multiple Locations

Department:

32607 - Exercise Science

Advertised Salary:

Minimum of $1,276 per credit hour, if advanced degree held in primary academic discipline, the minimum rate increases to $1,375 per credit hour. Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement

Benefits:

Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

FLSA:

Exempt

Temporary/Continuing: 

Temporary

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Part-Time

Union Group:

Ferris Nontenure-Track Faculty Organization (FNTFO) (AFT)

Term of Position:

As Needed

At Will/Just Cause:

Just Cause

Summary of Position:

This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed on a semester-by-semester basis to teach lecture and laboratory classes for students for the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science degree. 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. Potential courses include Introduction to Exercise Science, Introduction to Fitness and Wellness, and First Aid and Emergency Management.
The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2025 at the earliest and January of 2026 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed.

Position Type:

Faculty - Temporary & Continuing

Required Education:

Master’s degree in Exercise Science or closely related field (e.g. Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Athletic Training, or Human Performance)

Required Work Experience:

Minimum of two years of work experience in their field of study and/or in higher education

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Moving
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide instruction in classrooms, laboratories, or online for students in the bachelor's degree of Exercise Science program as assigned in the College of Health Professions.

Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working
relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Faculty members also have professional responsibilities, which may include but are not limited to keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students) and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (i.e. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Skills and Abilities:

Effectively teach assigned courses, assist in development of course content, utilization of Canvas for disseminating course information and recording grades, respond to students’ questions and concerns in a timely manner.

Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of their master's degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded.
Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants who have completed college coursework or attained a degree must attach a copy of unofficial transcript. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded.
Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Initial Application Review Date:

March 31, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at  ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit:  Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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