"Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term- GNL"

Working/Functional Title

Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term- GNL

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, twelve-month position beginning November 1, 2025 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.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

Master’s Degree, MBA for Instructor rank or JD or PhD for Assistant Professor rank.

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

Qualified applicants should submit

• a cover letter application
• a resume or curriculum vitae
• the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.
• a 1-page summary of your philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains to intellectual leadership in the areas of teaching/curriculum development, research/creative activities, service, outreach, advising, and/or administration. The statement should also include an explanation of related past or planned activities/endeavors as well as how the candidate will advance our goals of inclusive excellence. For more about MSU’s DEI efforts, see https://inclusion.msu.edu/. For more information about writing diversity statements, see https://cal.msu.edu/documents/cal-guidelines-for-the-writing-of-diversity-statements/

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin May 1, 2025 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 1030527. Inquiries may be directed to the chair of the search, Dr. Arthur Versluis, at VERSLUIS@msu.edu.

Review of Applications Begins On

05/01/2025

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.