Instructors of Urban Planning

Ball State University is seeking part-time on-campus instructors for its Urban Planning department in Muncie, IN. Candidates should possess a Master's in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a JD. The university values innovative and inclusive teaching and offers a supportive environment. Benefits include healthcare, retirement, and tuition remission for eligible employees. This position is non-tenure track and requires authorization to work in the U.S.
Posting Details

Position Information

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Position Title

Instructors of Urban Planning

About this Opportunity

The department seeks part-time on-campus instructors to teach
courses in the program.

About Ball State University

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive,
and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These
attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse,
interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning
practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging
teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or
scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to
multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic
thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to
student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an
environment that prioritizes inclusiveness. We inspire each other
to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can
pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite
you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an
attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately
20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight
academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate
programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and
specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage
students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that
empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful
lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance
the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community,
our state, and our world.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for
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• Affordable Healthcare
• Retirement
• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents,
and spouse)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development

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link to explore:
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Appointment Type

Non-Tenure-track/Contract

Length of Appointment

PT Semester

Description

The Department of Urban Planning seeks instructors to teach various
classes in urban planning.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a JD or equivalent by
date of appointment.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be
employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Certifications/Licensures

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education
verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None.

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including
pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender
expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national
origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally
protected status.

Department

Urban Planning:200040

College/Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

planning@bsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202501464F

Number of Vacancies

2-3

Desired Start Date

08/01/2025

Position End Date

12/31/2025

Posting Date

05/16/2025

Applications Accepted Through Date

08/23/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications
must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will
continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a
sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is
filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to
applicants.)

06/30/2025

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official
transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required
at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification
will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare
and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications
and experience align with the elements of the position description
(or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of
our enduring
values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment
to that value in your professional endeavors.

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this vacancy, please contact Dr. John West
at planning@bsu.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents
• Master's Transcripts
• Doctorate Transcripts