Category: Employment

This category is for spotlighting certain MSU job postings and for employment news.

Job of the Week: Communication Arts and Sciences Research Administrator

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This week’s featured job is a Research Administrator for the College of Communications Arts and Sciences (posting 900683). The College of Communication Arts and Sciences offers world-class training to students through active engagement in translational research that influences health, environment, media, technology, business and public affairs across the nation and around the world.

This position will serve the College of Communication Arts and Sciences by providing backup to the Research Administration Manager, reviewing proposals for completeness and accuracy and evaluating existing policies and procedures to make further improvements. The future Research Administrator will also work with Principal Investigators to establish proposal timelines and review Request for Proposal.

The Research Administrator will also manage departmental research accounts and work closely with the Research Fiscal Officer on expenses, reconciliations and other financial questions/concerns on the accounts that they manage. This position features a hybrid schedule and the selected candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of two days per week 

The Research Administrator should have a four-year college degree in a related field. The ideal candidate would also have 5-8 years of related experience in research administration with at least three years in a university setting. 
To learn more about the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, visit their website. To apply for the position, please provide a resume and cover letter on the MSU Careers Website by October 3. 

Job of the Week: Senior Director of Communications and Marketing

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This week’s featured job is a Senior Director of Communications and Marketing for University Advancement (posting 896429). University Advancement works to promote MSU’s excellence and enrich its future by building a culture of engagement and philanthropy. 

This position will serve University Advancement by promoting the university’s upcoming multi-billion dollar capital campaign and overseeing successful communications and marketing strategies across a range of platforms. The future Senior Communications and Marketing Director will also direct strategies for University Advancement including alumni/campaign communications, brand management and social media marketing. 

This position also comes with characteristic duties and responsibilities, including implementing comprehensive content and communications strategies for maximizing philanthropy and engagement with MSU and prioritizing the donor experience. They would also set clear direction for personnel while monitoring the budget.

The Senior Communications and Marketing Director should have a four-year degree, though a master’s degree is preferred, but not required. Experience should include five to 8 years working in public relations, publication production, video production, advertising, graphic design, social media, communications analytics, or web design. Ideal applicants would also have experience working in higher education and/or communicating to a diverse audiences in consideration of best DEI practices. 

To learn more about University Advancement, visit their website. To apply for the position, please provide a resume and cover letter on the MSU Careers Website by October 5. 

Job of the Week: Security Operations Coordinator/Crime Analyst

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This week’s featured job is for a Security Operations Coordinator/Crime Analyst for MSU’s Department of Police and Public Safety (posting 891495). The Department of Police and Public Safety makes an active effort to maintain an environment where all people on campus feel respected, protected and heard. 

This position will serve the Department of Police and Public Safety by monitoring access control systems and intrusion detection systems, including building safety or automation systems related to infrastructure safety and personal security. The future Security Operations Coordinator/Crime Analyst will need to access and review security video while also fielding calls in support of campus security operations.

The Security Operations Coordinator/Crime Analyst will also oversee MSU DPPS’s Cadet Desk.. The Cadet Desk is staffed by all MSU students who are passionate about criminal justice and law enforcement. They must also train all cadets to ensure they possess the ability to multitask and be able to perform their job duties during emergency situations.  

The ideal candidate should have a four-year college degree in intelligence analysis, criminal justice or related field or equivalent education. One to three years of related experience is also recommended.

To learn more about the Department of Police and Public Safety, visit their website. To apply for the position, please provide a resume, cover letter and at least three professional references on the MSU Careers Website. 

Job of the Week: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner/Nurse Practitioner

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This week’s featured job is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner/Nurse Practitioner through the College of Human Medicine (posting 891932). The College of Human Medicine is committed to educating physicians and scholars, discovering and disseminating new knowledge and providing primary and specialty care for all. 

This position will serve the College of Human Medicine by assessing and planning medical care in collaboration with MSU neonatologists, accurately reporting patient care and collaborating with the health care team to coordinate care for patients and their families. The future Neonatal Nurse Practitioner will also attend high-risk deliveries and resuscitate/stabilize newborn patients.

The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner will also provide leadership and open communication through clinical supervision and resident education. They must also contribute to research by supporting and participating in research activities along with applying their findings in practice and teaching.

The ideal candidate should possess knowledge equivalent to one or two years of post-bachelor degree work such as a Masters in Nursing. The position also requires possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse and specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan. 

To learn more about the College of Human Medicine, visit their website. To apply for the position, please provide a resume and cover letter on the MSU Careers Website by September 5. 

Job of the Week: Extension 4-H Program Coordinator

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This week’s featured job is an Extension 4-H Program Coordinator for the Michigan State University Extension (posting 887434). MSU Extension helps people improve their lives by bringing the vast knowledge of MSU directly to individuals, businesses and communities. 

This position will serve MSU Extension by working alongside the 4-H staff to ensure alignment of program goals and promote the visibility of 4-H. The future Program Coordinator will also recruit and train volunteers who will conduct direct programming with youth. 

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in program development and management in 4-H or other youth development programs. It also recommended that they have volunteer management experience.

To learn more about MSU Extension, visit their website. To apply for the position, please provide a resume, cover letter and at least four professional references on the MSU Careers Website by August 29. 

Job of the Week: International Business Center Assistant Director

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This week’s featured job is an International Business Center Assistant Director position through the Eli Broad College of Business (posting 885237). The Eli Broad College of Business works to create and disseminate knowledge through collaboration and develop global transformational leaders who positively impact organizations and society. 

This position will serve the College of Business by coordinating promotional activities, organizing programs for faculty/students and developing the Unit’s budget with the University’s General Fund budget. The future International Business Center Assistant Director will also provide work direction to staff along with discussing contractual matters with external agencies/businesses.

The Assistant Director should have knowledge equivalent to a 4-year business degree or in a related field. Three to five years of related experience is also preferred for the position. 

To learn more about the Eli Broad College of Business, visit their website. To apply for the position, please submit a resume, letter of application and at least three professional references on the MSU Careers Website by August 29. 

Job of the Week: Clerical Aide

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This week’s featured job is a temporary Clerical Aide position through MSU Human Resources (posting 884578). MSU Human Resources works to provide strategic human resources expertise, counsel and support services for the MSU Community. 

This position will serve MSU Human Resources by processing employment transactions in the HR/Payroll system, reviewing criminal background checks and assisting departments in understanding employment policy along with contractual and legal compliance. The future Clerical Aide will also process timely reports that affect the records of students and temporary/on-call employees. 

The Clerical Aide must be qualified for secretarial, receptionist, bookkeeping, information processing or related clerical tasks. Required hours vary for on-campus and off-campus positions. 

To learn more about MSU Human resources, visit their website. To apply for the position, visit the posting directly on the MSU Careers Website by August 9. A resume and cover letter are recommended, but not required.

Job of the Week: Museum Trades Aide

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This week’s featured job is a temporary position for a Trades Aide for the MSU Broad Art Museum (posting 879129). The Broad Art Museum features art from local, national and international artists all with a wide range of works.

This position will serve the MSU Broad Art Museum by assisting with the preparation of exhibition spaces, matting and framing artwork to archival standards and establishing correct lighting in galleries. The future Trades Aide will prepare art objects for shipping and storage while also maintaining organized workspaces.

The Trades Aide should also have knowledge equivalent to that of a four-year college degree program in studio art and/or museum studies program. They should also have approximately 2-3 years of experience working as an art handler/installer. It is also recommended that they have knowledge of museum standards and proper care of art installations.

To learn more about the MSU Broad Art Museum, visit their website. To apply for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter on the MSU Careers Website by August 31. 

Job of the Week: Academic Program Coordinator

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The featured job this week is an Academic Program Coordinator for the College of Natural Science (posting 879072). The College of Natural Science is home to 27 departments and programs, each with the mission of building healthy communities through scientific discovery. 

This position will serve the College of Natural Science by providing support to the MS in Data Science (MSDS) Director, arranging visits for prospective MSDS students and processing new graduate student applications. The future Academic Program Coordinator will also create and revise the MSDS handbook along with coordinating fall orientation for MSDS students. 

The Academic Program Coordinator should also have an associates degree in business, psychology, education or a related field. They should also have one to three years of experience in a related administrative field. It is also recommended that they have strong customer service skills and the ability to handle time-sensitive and confidential information. 

To learn more about the College of Natural Science, visit natsci.msu.edu. To apply for the position, please submit a resume, cover letter and three references on the MSU Careers Website by July 25.

Job of the Week: FRIB Operations Accelerator Engineer I / Engineering/Physicist Accelerator I

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This week’s featured job is the Operations Accelerator Engineer for the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (posting 86055). The Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) is a center for researchers at all career stages to make discoveries regarding rare isotopes and nuclear astrophysics and their impact on medicine, homeland security, and industry.

This position will serve the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams by monitoring major facility equipment, responding to emergency situations and operating ion sources, accelerators, and beam transport lines on a rotating shift schedule. The future Operations Accelerator Engineer will also monitor high-power RF machines while assisting physicists in setting up and performing experiments. 

The Operations Accelerator Engineer should have a Bachelor’s degree in Systems or Computer Science, Engineering or Physics. They should also have one to three years of related experience. Recommended skills include the ability to troubleshoot and assess issues, strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft suites.  

To learn more about the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, visit frib.msu.edu. To apply for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter on the MSU Careers Website by July 16.