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Adjunct Instructor- Material Sciences Technology

Ferris State University

United States, Michigan, Big Rapids

1201 South State Street (Show on map)

Jul 10, 2026

Position Title:	Adjunct Instructor- Material Sciences Technology
Location:	Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:	38430 - MFG Eng Tech
Advertised Salary:	Minimum of $1,353 per credit hour, if advanced degree held in primary academic discipline the minimum rate increases to $1,458 per credit hour; Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement.
Benefits:	Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. Adjunct Faculty
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:	The School of Design and Manufacturing invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Materials Science and Technology (MATL) program. This position requires teaching undergraduate-level lecture and laboratory coursework in a "hands-on" academic environment. To facilitate this, adjunct faculty are expected to be student-oriented and able to integrate practical experience and current technology into the learning environment. 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. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026 at the earliest, and January 2027 at the latest. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc.
Position Type:	Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education:	The standard for teaching college credit courses at the associate degree level (1XX, 2XX) shall be a bachelor's (or higher) degree in the field or a closely related area. The standard for teaching college credit courses at the baccalaureate level (3XX, 4XX) shall be a master's degree in the field or a closely related area, or a master's degree and 18 graduate hours in the field. The standard to teach college credit courses at the graduate level shall be a terminal degree in the field or a closely related area, or a practice terminal qualification as defined by the college faculty qualification guideline.
Required Work Experience:	The following combinations of education and experience shall be considered qualifying tested experience to teach at the associate's level (1xx, 2xx). The experience considered shall comply with the quality and nature of the tested experience defined above. * a bachelor's degree or higher out of the field, an associate's degree in the field, and 5 years of relevant industry experience. * a bachelor's degree out of field and 7 years of relevant industry experience. * an associate's degree in the field and 7 years of relevant industry experience. The following combinations of education and experience shall be considered qualifying tested experience for teaching at the baccalaureate level (3xx,4xx). The experience considered shall comply with the quality and nature of the tested experience defined above. * A master's or higher-level degree out of field with at least one bachelor's or associate's degree in the field and 5 years of relevant industry experience directly related to the course taught. * a bachelor's degree in the field and 7 years of relevant industry experience directly related to the course taught; or an associate's degree in thefield and any baccalaureate degree and 7 years of relevant industry experience.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:	Office Environment Bending Carrying Moving Reaching Sitting Twisting Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive movement Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:	Primary responsibility is teaching Material Sciences to undergraduate level students in AS and BS Engineering Technology degree programs: Meet established course outcomes. Plan, deliver, and grade all course content and student work for assigned courses. Conduct classes, labs, or other assignments as directed and in a professional manner. The position may entail full-time or part-time teaching loads and related activities, based on program needs. Close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via university-provided programs (where appropriate). Maintain at least 1 hour per week per course section for office hours to meet with students outside of class or lecture, at a time convenient to students. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities, which may include, but are not limited to, regularly scheduled office hours (at times convenient for students) and participation in traditional academic functions (e.g., reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or online. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws. Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:	Attendance at organizational meetings of the program, school, or college is highly encouraged.
Skills and Abilities:	Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Required Documents:	Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of their degree. Transcripts must include the institution name, the applicant's name, the date the degree was attained, and the degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date:	July 27, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?:	Yes
Posting Close Date:	February 10, 2027
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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