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Working/Functional Title

Instructor - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Instructional responsibilities include teaching ENT 110 – Applied Entomology of Economic Plants (3 credits) for the Institute of Agricultural Technology during the Fall 2021 semester.  The course will be delivered at Glen Oaks Community College in Centreville, Michigan.  ENT 110 contact hours will be 1-hour lecture, recitation, or discussion per week and 2 hours of lab per week (3 hours of total contact time per week) for 15 weeks of instruction.  

The course will provide students with a basic understanding of Entomology. Topics that will cover are:

1. Introduction to field diagnostics
2. Basic insect biology and anatomy
3. Basic Entomology/making an insect collection
4. Injury symptoms on plants
5. Insect classification and orders
6. Integrated Pest Management
7. Pesticides and pesticide safety
8. Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification 
9. Beneficial Insects
10. Insect Ecology

Position is planned to recur every Fall Semester

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 -Entomology

Desired Degree

Doctorate -Entomology

Minimum Requirements

Experience in the field of Entomology

Knowledge and skills to develop and teach resources in Entomology

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications

M.S. in Entomology

Experience in development and assessment of learning outcomes

Undergraduate teaching experience and a passion for teaching

Required Application Materials

Application Procedure: Qualified applicants should submit the following materials on the MSU Human Resource System:

1. A letter of application

2. A current resume

3. Two letters of recommendations

Special Instructions

Questions about the position can be directed to: Dorcia Chaison, Interim Director of IAT, at chaison@msu.edu

Review of Applications Begins On

08/10/2021

Website

IAT.MSU.EDU

Department Statement

MSU is an affirmative action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential.  The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

MSU Statement

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