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C4 Research Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The position will support the C4 faculty research project through tasks such as mentoring, gathering information, organizing data, and preparing materials that support students in the C4 Scholar Program. The student will develop valuable skills in communication and organization. Applicants should be dependable, detail-oriented, willing to learn, and able to work independently and as part of a team. |
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Account Specialist
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Engineering Technology at Ferris State University is seeking an Account Specialist to support the College’s academic programs and operations. This position independently performs a variety of complex accounting and budgetary responsibilities, including reconciling financial activity between TouchNet, Banner, and other accounting systems. The successful candidate will support effective budget planning and financial management across the College while conducting periodic reviews of departmental accounting practices to ensure consistency with University and College policies and procedures. Responsibilities also include communicating and implementing accounting procedures, identifying opportunities for process improvement, proposing procedural changes when appropriate, and assisting with the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures for CET. This position requires strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external constituents. The anticipated start date for this position is September 2026. However, this is an estimated date and may be revised as needed. Required: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or closely related field, or equivalent combination of appropriate education and work experience. Satisfactory completion of two years of college or equivalent. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time. Strong computer knowledge, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based transactions. Previous experience using electronic record keeping system. |
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Secretary Level 2
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Secretary Level 2 will provide administrative support to the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department within the College of Arts, Sciences and Education. This position delivers key clerical functions to support academic operations independently and within established departmental and college policies. Schedule: On-site | Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The anticipated start date for this position is early October 2026; however this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent such as military technical training or business/technical schooling. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of works experience equals one year of education. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Two years full-time office experience or equivalent (2 years part time is equivalent to 1 year full time). |
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Secretary Level 2
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Engineering Technology is seeking a highly organized, service-oriented professional to provide responsible, independent secretarial and administrative support within established college and university policies and procedures. This position serves as an important point of contact for students, faculty, staff, university departments, and the general public. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment. While the position is based within and coordinated through the Dean’s Office, it provides administrative and student support to multiple academic programs across the college. Program assignments and priorities may vary based on operational needs, enrollment, staffing, and college initiatives. This structure promotes consistent service, collaboration, cross-training, and flexibility while ensuring that students, faculty, and programs receive responsive support. The anticipated start date for this position is October 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. |
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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 is a custodial position, M-F, 5:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. 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 the correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, automatic scrubbers, high-speed burnishers, single-disc scrubbers, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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Kendall- Graphic Design Assist (Student Position)
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| The Graphic Design intern will assist the Dean’s Office in creating, implementing, and maintaining physical and digital graphic assets that support the recruitment and retention of KCAD students. In addition, this position will work with the Dean’s Office to put together assets for KCAD’s social media platforms.
The position offers up to 10 hours/week. The weekly schedule will be determined by the student's availability and the Dean’s Office’s needs. Hours are flexible and can be adjusted to fit the student's course schedule as it changes from semester to semester. |
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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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University Ctr Student Manager (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Under the supervision of Associate Dean of Student Life, the Student Manager is responsible for the general operation of the David L. Eisler Center at night and on weekends. |
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Optometry Tutor 1 (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Do you have a passion for helping fellow students excel in their classes? If so, becoming a tutor may allow you to do just that.
Must be a current MCO student |
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Student Aide (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Assisting MCO faculty with a project in the vision rehab clinic. This may include assisting with completion of paperwork, sorting, packing and organizing materials in the vision rehab clinic, assist in coordinating schedules and/or meetings. |
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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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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 Erbert & Gerbert's. The normal working hours are 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. Days off are Friday and Saturday. 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. Personnel who possess the special qualifications and training necessary for this position may apply. Provide food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers, and maintaining assigned area. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Six months full-time equivalent experience in commercial food service to include food preparation. |
