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Custodian (9-Month)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a 9-month custodial position, M-F, 5:00 pm – 1:30 am. All applicants must ensure their application information reflects how they meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job posting to be considered for the position. Required: High School diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Demonstrated experience with correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaner, automatic scrubber, high speed burnisher, single disc scrubber, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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Assistant Dean of Student Success
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Assistant Dean of Student Success (ADSS) directs and coordinates the College's Office of Student Success and provides leadership to ensure compliance with all accreditation standards related to student services. Specific responsibilities related to student success include overseeing recruitment, admissions, student advising, and development and analysis of key metrics that assess student success, well-being, and belonging. The ADSS will provide leadership in planning key student experiences such as orientation, career fairs, and ceremonial events (e.g., White Coat Ceremony, Doctoral Hooding Ceremony). In addition, the position is expected to foster a collaborative work environment with College and University faculty, staff, and administration, as well as College committees. Limited instructional responsibilities as determined to be appropriate based on expertise and academic background. Pursuit of research/scholarly activities is encouraged. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2027; however, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors: Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position. Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience and demonstrate proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role. Upper Range: Candidates with seven or more years of directly related experience, advanced knowledge, specialized skills, certifications, or expertise that provide significant value to the position. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's overall qualifications, experience, and alignment with the University's compensation philosophy in consultation with Human Resources. |
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Woodshop Specialist
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| To maintain a well-equipped, easily accessible multimedia shop facility with the purpose of promoting a safe, barrier-free, creative learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. The work year for this position is 1 week before students start in August and 1 week after exams in the spring. The calendar calculation is 190 days in 26-27 or .73. The anticipated start date for this position is October 2026; however, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. 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, H1B, etc. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors: Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position. Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience and demonstrate proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role. Upper Range: Candidates with seven or more years of directly related experience, advanced knowledge, specialized skills, certifications, or expertise that provide significant value to the position. Placement above the minimum rate will be determined based on the candidate's overall qualifications, experience, and alignment with the University's compensation philosophy in consultation with Human Resources. Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. At least 3 years of related work experience in an educational institution, workshop, or model-making facility. |
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Adjunct Clinical - Radiography
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Multiple Locations
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| The part-time clinical instructor provides clinical oversight and support to students completing their internship/clinical education experiences at affiliated clinical sites. The instructor serves as a liaison between the student, clinical site, clinical instructor/preceptor, and program to promote student success and ensure appropriate progress toward clinical competencies. Adjunct clinical instructors will be responsible for communicating with their assigned clinical sites, performing two visits with the students; one electronically and one in person at the clinical site, reviewing masteries, grading case studies and documenting progress in Trajecsys. They will be the primary contact with the clinical site with back up from the 2nd year clinical coordinator. The anticipated start date of this position is October 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.. Required: Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. Must be currently ARRT(R) Certified. Two years of clinical radiography experience. |
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ACE Training Lab Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Check in and out tools, maintain inventory, for Manufacturing Engineering Machining Laboratory Tool Crib. Assist faculty in various duties related to Machining Laboratory, assist students in machining process, practice safe working habits. |
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Vice President Governmental & External Affairs
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Vice President for Governmental Relations & External Affairs provides strategic leadership for the University’s governmental relations, external affairs, and public policy efforts. Reporting to the President, this position serves as the University’s principal liaison with federal, state, and local government officials and agencies and works to advance the University’s mission, priorities, and interests through effective government and community engagement. The Vice President develops and implements comprehensive governmental relations strategies; monitors legislative and regulatory developments; builds and maintains relationships with elected and appointed officials; and represents the University before governmental entities and other external stakeholders. The position works closely with the President, Board of Trustees, senior leaders, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to identify opportunities, assess potential impacts of public policy, and coordinate the University’s response to legislative and regulatory issues. The Vice President also leads efforts to identify and pursue public funding opportunities, including state and federal appropriations, grants, capital projects, and other governmental resources that support the University’s strategic priorities. This position may have a primary work location in both Lansing and Big Rapids. The Vice President, in collaboration with the President, will build strategic relationships with businesses and corporations throughout Michigan, with a particular focus on Southeast and West Michigan. 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, H1B, etc. |
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Assistant Director of Residential Programs and Services
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide primary responsibility for the administration of the Residence Halls, Apartments, and Suites on campus. Provide leadership and supervision for residential programs and services. Assist in the development and implementation of comprehensive policies and procedures for on-campus housing operations. 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, H1B, etc. Required: Bachelor’s degree in personnel administration, counseling, or related field. 3-5 years of work experience in University housing and residence life with responsibilities which involved supervision (student or professional), corrective action, conflict resolution, and programming in a University setting. |
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LGBTQ+ Resource Student Asst (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The LGBTQ+ resource center is seeking a student assistant. In this position, you will greet students and offer them resources. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Writing Center Specialist (Part Time)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Writing Center Specialists provide writing consultation (on-site and electronic/digital) to undergraduate and graduate students for 10 to 28 hours per week. The successful applicant will be familiar with APA and MLA documentation and must be comfortable working one-on-one with a diverse student population representing a full range of majors and writing skills, from remedial to advanced. The successful applicant must be comfortable working in face-to-face and electronic/digital instructional settings. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired to assist students on a semester-by-semester basis. The anticipated start date of this position will be throughout the academic year, with some initial appointments in September 2026. 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, H1B, etc. Required: Bachelor’s degree in English, English Education, History, Social Sciences, or a related field. One year of experience involving tutoring and teaching at the K-12 and/or college level. Experience working with diverse populations, including ESL. |
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Pharm Sciences Research Asst (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Student Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Assistant — NIH-Funded Antibiotic Drug Discovery
Ferris State University | College of Pharmacy
Do you enjoy exploring scientific questions related to your future career? Join Dr. Eric Nybo’s laboratory and gain hands-on research experience through a National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded antibiotic drug discovery project. This position offers an opportunity to connect classroom learning with laboratory research aimed at developing new antibiotics.
Students in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Forensic Biology, and Industrial Chemistry are especially encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates have an interest in organic chemistry, microbiology, drug discovery, and problem-solving .
Responsibilities may include assisting with laboratory experiments, preparing research materials, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining accurate laboratory records, and discussing experimental results with the research team. Activities may involve microbiology, molecular biology, and natural products chemistry.
Applicants should be curious, dependable, attentive to detail, and willing to learn new techniques. Relevant coursework or laboratory experience is helpful. Students will have opportunities to develop practical laboratory skills, scientific reasoning, teamwork, and communication skills relevant to their future careers.
Pay: Starting at $14.49, increased for professional-level students
Hours: 5 - 10 hours per week |
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Temporary Food Service Worker
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Temporary Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at The Rock Cafe. The normal working hours are 6 a.m. - 2:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Days off are Sunday and Monday. The exact duration of this temporary position is undetermined at this time, but it will not exceed one year. This position will begin on September 15, or sooner, subject to approval. However, the employee may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, the employee must be able to fulfill the University’s requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. This is an AFSCME bargaining unit position. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Six months full-time equivalent experience in commercial food service to include food preparation. |
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Temporary Food Service Worker
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Temporary Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at The Rock Café. The normal working hours are 1:30pm-10:00pm Sunday, Monday and Thursday through Saturday. Days off are Tuesday and Wednesday. The exact duration of this temporary position is undetermined at this time. The employee may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University’s requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Provide food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers, and maintaining assigned area. Personnel who possess the special qualifications and training necessary for this position may apply. This is an AFSCME bargaining unit position. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Six months full-time equivalent experience in commercial food service to include food preparation. |
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Part-Time Bus Driver
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide safe transportation for passengers, equipment, and packages. Assist in maintenance of University owned and leased vehicles. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Valid Michigan commercial driver’s license (CDL), Group A or B with endorsements ‘P’ with no restrictions, airbrakes and DOT medical card. Three years full-time equivalent of combined bus and heavy equipment truck driving, with emphasis on bus driving experience. Demonstrated experience with minor automotive repair and driving all types of vehicles. |
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Torch Freelance Reporter (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Torch is looking for a freelance porter. This position may be your opportunity to use your skills as well as gain further experience. |
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Esports and Digital Lab Monitor (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Support daily operations of School of Digital Media labs—enforcing lab rules, maintaining equipment, managing seat reservations/usage—and assist in other program‑specific tasks.
DAGD Lab: Advising students on software operation. Guiding, advising and consulting on projects. Maintaining order in the labs.
Esports Lab: Assisting production and content team to create media for social media and broadcasts. |
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Assistant Professor - Economics (9 Mos Tenure Track)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Business at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Economics. Teaching will include economics undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students; faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment. Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to advance curricular initiatives, participate in the assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancements. Specifically, we expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role. In support of teaching, faculty will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. The selected candidate should be willing to serve as a program coordinator. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or online. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2027 at the earliest and August 2027 at the latest. 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. |
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Custodian
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This position is M-F, 5:00 pm - 1:30 am. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/janitorial work experience in a commercial/hospital/school environment in a commercial cleaning service or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. |
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Food Service Worker
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at The Rock Cafe. The normal working hours are 1:30pm-10pm Sunday through Wednesday and Saturday. Days off are Thursday and Friday. This position will begin as soon as possible, subject to manager approval. However, the employee may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University’s requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Provide food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers, and maintaining assigned area. Personnel who possess the special qualifications and training necessary for this position may apply. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Six months full-time equivalent experience in commercial food service to include food preparation. |
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Part-Time Custodian (Racquet & Fitness Center)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a part-time custodian is available with the Facilities Management department in the Racquet & Fitness Center. The work schedule will be 20 hours per week and will not exceed 28 hours a week. The normal working hours are 10:00 pm - 2:00 am, Monday through Friday. However, work may be required at other times including evenings/weekends. It is not anticipated that this position will become full-time. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University's requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Valid driver's license. No custodial work experience required – will train selected applicant. |
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Digital Media Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Do you enjoy conducting research on topics regarding the career you are pursuing? If so, this assistant position may be your opportunity to gain more knowledge and experience within your future career. |