What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist - Curriculum Dev-Continuing position at Michigan State University?
Specialist - Curriculum Dev-Continuing
Job no : 1013114
Work type : Faculty / Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College : Office Of Undergraduate Education
Department : Undergraduate Education Administration 10043771
Sub Area : FAS- Fac. / Acad Staff
Salary : 68000.00-70000.00 Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location : East Lansing
Categories : Administrative / Business / Professional, Education / Training, Student Services / Student Affairs, Continuing System Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
Our Unit :
Undergraduate Education (UE) is a unit with the MSU Provost's Office under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Dean of Undergraduate Studies. UE seeks to advance student success and learning for all undergraduate students through direct programming, policy development, research, and collaboration.
Undergraduate Studies (UGS) resides in the curricular division of UE and provides leadership and professional development related to first- and second-year seminars. In addition, this team supports broad-based campus curricular reform, review, and assessment; undergraduate certificates; academic student success workshops, specialized programming, and associated policy development.
Overview :
Reporting to the Director of Experiential Learning, the Global Programs Coordinator will provide support for off-campus and globally based UGS courses in terms of course administration, instructor recruitment and development, and course assessment. In addition, they will assist the unit with administration and implementation of various specialized programs, such as undergraduate certificates, the Spartan Early-Start Program, and Global Tech Experience.
Successful candidates should have a background in education abroad programming, first year seminar administration, teaching and learning, and assessment, as well as evidence of a commitment to global education and diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Primary Duties : Teaching (15%)
- Teach / co-teach UGS course (UGS 110, 102, or 103) one per year; coordinate sections of UGS 105 in collaboration with other UGS instructors and manage the re-entry sessions for all UGS 105 participants;
Curriculum Development (75%)
Student recruitment and outreach,
Other (10%)
Position can work up to 20% time remote for the 2025 - 2026, academic year but will be expected to attend in-person staff meetings, professional development, and other committee work. This situation is subject to change in university and / or unit policy.
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 -Higher Ed, Student Affairs, Global Learning or related field
Desired Degree
Doctorate -Related field
Minimum Requirements
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have :
Required Application Materials
A complete application packet will contain a resume or CV, a cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.
Special Instructions
Founded in 1855 as the nation's first land-grant university, Michigan State University (MSU) enrolls over 50,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. MSU is known internationally as a major public research university with global reach and extraordinary impact. Home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service-learning programs, MSU is a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders. The Office of Undergraduate Education seeks to help lead MSU's undergraduate student success initiatives by operationalizing MSU's stated beliefs that every student it admits has the capacity to learn, thrive, and graduate and that it is MSU's responsibility to provide an inclusive, equitable curriculum and environment with the academic, social, wellness, and financial support our students need to persist in college and succeed after graduation.
Website
https : / / undergrad.msu.edu / programs / fys
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 : Jan 6, 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close : Feb 5, 2025 Eastern Standard Time
