About the role
Working/Functional Title
GNL_Instructor/Ast Professor Fixed Term
Position Summary
Michigan State University (MSU) and MSU’s Department of Religious Studies actively promote a dynamic working and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The Department of Religious Studies seeks a highly skilled practitioner to teach a course focused on Nonprofit Financial Management. The candidate will work with the Department of Religious Studies to develop and teach one 5-week online and asynchronous course. This position requires expertise in, and enthusiasm for, teaching graduate courses, mentoring students, providing career advice, and engaging with supportive and collaborative colleagues.
The successful candidate brings substantial knowledge of national and international nonprofit organizations, including working for and with the nonprofit sector. The candidate also has a background in nonprofit financial management. Experience with teaching, training, and mentorship is desired.
This is a part-time, fixed-term, position beginning January 1, 2027 and is renewable contingent upon funding and performance. Rank can include instructor or assistant professor and is determined by highest degree with a Master’s degree or MBA required for an instructor position and a JD or PhD required for an assistant professor position. All degrees must be confirmed by degree-granting institutions at the time of hire.
Position is planned for a recurring basis.
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
Doctorate -Nonprofits
Minimum Requirements
Instructor - Master’s Degree or MBA
Assistant Professor - PhD or JD
Professional experience related to nonprofit financial management.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in the design and development of graduate or adult learning experiences, such as individual or group training, mentorship efforts, workshops, or syllabi.
Required Application Materials
- a cover letter application
- a resume or curriculum vitae
- the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin 11/16/2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website http://careers.msu.edu. Posting number 1178721.
Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.
Review of Applications Begins On
11/16/2026
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
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.