Adjunct Instructor - Mathematics

Position Title

Adjunct Instructor - Mathematics

Location

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department

33300 - Math

Advertised Salary

$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 Mathematics Department at Ferris State University seeks instructors for one or more math courses on a semester-by-semester basis.

This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis.

This posting is used for face-to-face and/or online instruction. For in-person or hybrid teaching positions, candidates must reside in Michigan after being accepted for employment. Courses are to be taught in person at Ferris State University’s Big Rapids campus. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment.

The anticipated start date will be August 2026 or January 2027.

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

Master's degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education or equivalent.

Required Work Experience

The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential for excellence in higher education teaching and the ability to work effectively with both faculty and students.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Bending
• Carrying
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching and the ability to work effectively with both faculty colleagues and a diverse student body.

Teach classes in face-to-face, online, remote synchronous delivery, and mixed delivery modes.

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

Participation in meetings and committees in the department and the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is welcomed, but not required.

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.

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 master's 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.

Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of a doctoral degree, if applicable. Transcript must include Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and 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

July 9, 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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