Instructor – Fixed Term

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Work type:Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Fisheries And Wildlife 10002344
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Education/Training, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Faculty, 1/2 Time (50-64.9%), Union

Working/Functional Title

Instructor – Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University invites applications for an instructor to teach one section of FW431, ‘Ecophysiology and Toxicology of Fishes’ for Spring 2023.  This course typically has an enrollment of approximately 20 upper level undergraduate students.  It is a curricular option for several FW concentrations and academic majors.  The course meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 – 9:50 AM, starting January 9.  The course will be taught in person. 

Position is planned to recur every Spring Semester

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 -aquatic environmental toxicology and ecophysiology

Minimum Requirements

Masters degree required. The successful candidate would ideally have training and professional experience in aquatic environmental toxicology and ecophysiology, with familiarity of a variety of toxins and their effects on aquatic fauna and ecosystems.  The successful candidate should be passionate about undergraduate teaching. 

Required Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter, describing experience teaching at the undergraduate level, briefly summarizing training and experience in aquatic ecophysiology and toxicology,
• Names and contact information for two confidential references,  
• CV  

Together-we-will Statement

The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at:

https://msu.edu/together-we-will/
Website

https://www.canr.msu.edu/fw/

Department Statement

The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife was established in 1950 with faculty drawn from several different units. Since that time, both the faculty and the issues of importance in fisheries and wildlife have changed significantly. Our Mission, Vision, and Values build on our core strengths and prepare us for continuing change in societal needs, scientific understanding, and educational priorities. Our Mission is to build local, national, and international capacities to conserve ecosystems that support fish, wildlife, and society through integrated programs in research, education, and engagement. We believe a diverse, inclusive working and learning environment enriches the department and fosters innovation in teaching, research, and engagement with partners and the public.

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.

Advertised:Oct 19, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Oct 26, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time