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Position Summary

The Visiting International Professional Program (VIPP) is inviting applications for a fixed-term part-time instructor who can teach a course tentatively called "Discovering MSU & Beyond: All American Experiences." The course aims to provide an opportunity for international visitors to get the best out of their American experience by introducing MSU and Michigan resources, inviting relevant speakers, and arranging field trips and visits to those resources. VIPP, as part of MSU International Studies and Programs (ISP), provides long-term and short-term non-degree certificate programs to international visitors for professional development and capacity building. Our participants are seasoned professionals in their fields, ranging in age from 30s to 50s. They stay at MSU from 6 months up to 1 year and would like to try out everything Michigan and America have to offer. We are looking for a true Michigander who is knowledgeable about MSU and Michigan -- its history, natural resources, industry, and lifestyle -- and passionate about sharing them with international visitors. Because of the nature of this course, we are looking for someone who is outgoing, fun, passionate, friendly, well connected with Michigan communities, and has many outdoor and travel experiences. VIPP will support logistics for arranging field trips to various locations throughout Michigan.

This position will be filled per course/per semester, on an as-needed basis. Please note that our courses are six or seven-week long courses. Appointments are initially for one course per one semester, depending on scheduling needs, but may be renewed based on funding, scheduling need and performance. 

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, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in any field 
• Knowledgeable about MSU and Michigan
• Minimum three years of teaching and/or professional work experience with international students and communities
• Experienced in organizing events or field trips. Some field trips will occur during weekends.
• Love of the great outdoors and experienced in outdoor activities

Desired Qualifications

• Background in tourism, recreation, natural resources, or relevant fields
• Well connected with MSU and Michigan communities
• Experience or interest in working with individuals from diverse cultures
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills

Required Application Materials

(a) A cover letter which includes teaching experience as it relates to this position's requirements

(b) Curriculum vitae

(c) List of places in Michigan you would like to include for field trips and reasons why

(d) The names and email addresses of three references

Together-we-will Statement

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Work Hours

Work hours can vary but 3 hours per week for 7 weeks will be standard

Review of Applications Begins On

01/04/2022

Website

https://vipp.isp.msu.edu/

Department Statement

The Visiting International Professional Program (VIPP) at Michigan State University (MSU) provides cutting-edge training and exchange programs for international professionals and organizations by leveraging the academic excellence of a top global resear