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Adjunct Instructor - Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Fully Online/Remote (Adjunct Faculty)
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| To support the instructional needs of the Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, the College of Pharmacy seeks to hire an adjunct faculty member with demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: Pharmacy; Pharmaceutical manufacturing; Regulatory affairs. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses within the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Regulatory Affairs Certificate Program, which is delivered fully online. The candidate must possess a commitment to engaging students in a virtual environment. Successful candidates will have the ability to translate complex regulatory and manufacturing concepts into accessible, applied learning experiences. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Courses are to be taught 100% online. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment and the duration of the time performing services for Ferris State University. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment at Ferris will not continue. If you reside in Michigan, your position will be part of the Ferris Non-Tenure Track Faculty Organization (FNTFO). The anticipated start date of this position is October of 2025 at the earliest, and December of 2025 at the latest, allowing adequate time for course development in preparation for teaching during the Spring Semester. Required: Ph.D. ,PharmD, or MS in a related field. Minimum of three years of professional experience in either teaching regulatory affairs topics or employment within the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in the area of regulatory affairs. |
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Personal Counselor/Assistant Professor
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| The Personal Counselor/Assistant Professor is a full time, tenure track, 12 month position. Personal Counselors are responsible for providing individual and group, short-term mental health counseling and crisis intervention for Ferris State University (FSU) students. This is an embedded position working at the KCAD Grand Rapids site. The position serves as the primary mental health provider for all Ferris Students taking classes in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area including KCAD, Ferris State P3 and P4 Pharmacy students, Ferris Grand Rapids students, Optometry students, and any other students taking classes through the Grand Rapids Success Hub. This position may also provide virtual services to Ferris students on the Big Rapids main campus as needed. Personal Counselors are tasked with providing outreach, education, consultation and training to students, faculty, and staff on mental health topics. As this embedded position is physically housed outside of Big Rapids, the selected candidate will be empowered to make changes and recommendations based on client’s unique needs and experiences at the Grand Rapids site. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong sense of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to operate as a part of a team, as well as independently. Required: Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling and/or Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and/or comparable mental health professional degree. One year of demonstrated experience providing mental health therapy for clients with a wide range of psychological and emotional health concerns. Active license to practice in the state of Michigan. LMSW, LP, and/or LPC. LLMSW, LLP or LLC may be considered. |
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SLA Facilitator (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Clarifying course concepts, incorporating study skills, generating notes from
course lecture/lab, preparing workshop materials, meetings with course faculty, meetings with the Program Coordinator, adhering to program policies, and keeping appropriate workshop records as instructed. |
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Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) serves as the chief academic officer of Ferris State University (FSU) and provides leadership in promoting and accomplishing the mission of the University. The VPAA is involved with all aspects of FSU in the oversight, development, coordination, and implementation of academic goals, programs and educational policies; is leader and an advocate of faculty and students; promotes a collegial atmosphere in the University community; encourages shared governance, academic freedom, academic responsibility and academic innovation; prepares budget recommendations; reports to the President and is a member of the President's executive team; collaborates and coordinates with the team of Vice Presidents to lead and advise all aspects of the institution including enrollment. The Provost and Vice President Is responsible for the following areas: College of Arts, Sciences and Education; College of Business; College of Engineering Technology; College of Health Professions; Kendall College of Art and Design; Michigan College of Optometry; College of Pharmacy; University College; Extended and International Operations (Corporate and Professional Development, Graduate Studies, Statewide, Online, International Education); Ferris State University Charter Schools; Curriculum, Assessment and Accreditation; Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. |
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Director of Academic Initiatives
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Director of Academic Initiatives provides leadership in advancing the academic mission of the institution through oversight of high-impact projects tied to academic strategic priorities, including curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, planning, and compliance. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Assessment and Accreditation, the Director drives cross-college collaboration, ensures the effective design, implementation, and evaluation of academic initiatives, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires strategic vision, organizational expertise, and the ability to influence and partner with faculty, staff, and administrators at all levels. The anticipated start date for this position is December 2025; however, this is an estimate that may be revised if necessary. Required: Master's degree in business administration, public administration, communications, or related field. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in administration. Demonstrated project coordination or project management experience. |