Position Details Position Information Department Earth, Ocean & Atmo Sci (OAS) Position Title Assistant / Associate Professor (Teaching) Job Title Assistant / Associate Professor of Teaching in Environmental Sciences Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, fixed-term, Assistant or Associate Professor of Teaching in Environmental Sciences position. Appointment at the Assistant Professor (Teaching) rank is anticipated; however, higher rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Dean. The responsibilities of this position in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences ( CEOAS ) at OSU consist of teaching on-campus and online (Ecampus) courses in Environmental Sciences, establishing and/or continuing an independent and funded research program; advising student research projects at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, serving on departmental, college, and University committees; and providing professional and community service. The incumbent will be responsible for course and curriculum development, and online course and digital content development, in part in collaboration with other faculty, and coordination of online and face-to-face course content. This position supports the Environmental Sciences Undergraduate Program’s priorities of delivering high impact, applied, and career-integrated learning experiences for students, both in and out of the classroom. The incumbent will leverage their teaching, research, and engagement activities to support program efforts to increase experiential learning, career preparation, and professional networking opportunities for undergraduate students, in particular in the areas of environmental assessment, monitoring, and compliance. Professors of Teaching in the Environmental Sciences Undergraduate Program are integral and valued members of the program who contribute to teaching, scholarship, service, and our vision of the program’s future. The Environmental Sciences Undergraduate Program is particularly interested in research in one or more of the following areas: Pedagogical topics: experiential and community-engaged teaching approaches, including place-based learning, industry/agency/ NGO partnerships, flipped learning, and inquiry-based learning; development and leadership of experiential learning or career-integration opportunities; high impact teaching experiences for online teaching; community building and belonging for online degree programs. Disciplinary topics: environmental impact assessment and mitigation; use of sensors or geospatial methods to detect and evaluate potential impacts of plans and projects on terrestrial, freshwater, or marine systems; regulatory frameworks for emerging environmental issues, such as climate change adaptation and resilience, carbon markets, chemical contaminants, carbon dioxide removal technologies, and renewable energy. OSU and CEOAS are committed to maintaining and enhancing its collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity, and equal opportunity. All OSU faculty members are responsible for helping to ensure that these goals are achieved. CEOAS faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion across all their duties, including efforts promoting equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all. FACTS : •Top 1.4% university in the world •More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined •1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. •2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties •7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone •100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates •35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color •217k+ alumni worldwide •For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: •Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. •Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. •Retirement savings paid by the university. •A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. •Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. •Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. •Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life. Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU . Key Responsibilities 75% – Teaching and Advising Develop and teach introductory and advanced courses, primarily at the undergraduate level, both on-campus and online, as assigned by the Program Director. Example courses include ENSC 221 Environmental Field Studies, ENSC 321 Environmental Case Studies, a new upper division course in environmental compliance and analysis, and other courses in alignment with the incumbent’s area of expertise and programmatic needs. Demonstrate command of the subject matter taught and undertake course and curriculum development and pedagogical development. Prepare and present class materials and assignments, grade assignments, and post student grades. Maintain office hours for courses. Maintain and update course content to meet programmatic needs and improve student success. Collaborate with other program faculty and OSU Ecampus on curriculum content and development. Dependent on course size, may supervise teaching assistants. Contribute to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts; provide mentoring and opportunities for students from underrepresented groups; enable the advancement of diverse perspectives; and promote equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups. Interact professionally, effectively, and in a timely fashion with students and University staff. Advise students in credit or non-credit experiential learning and research experiences, especially Environmental Sciences undergraduate students. Mentor and support students in project definition, execution, and communication of results and outcomes. 15% – Research and Scholarship Develop, establish, and maintain an active program of scholarly research that contributes to the effectiveness of educational programs in Environmental Sciences, workforce development, outreach and engagement, and/or the development of effective pedagogy. Achieve distinction in scholarly research as evidenced, for example, by national and international recognition, and/or external funding. Establish and maintain a program of research that supports timely promotion in rank and includes contributions to the field and/or broader impacts that benefit society. Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, books or other media as appropriate to the area of interest. Disseminate research results by participation at national and international conferences and symposia, and other appropriate outreach and engagement efforts. Supervise research staff, graduate research assistants, and/or student employees as needed. Research and scholarship may address pedagogical and/or disciplinary topics. Disciplinary research is expected to include substantial and meaningful engagement of undergraduate students, including but not limited to integrating research or practice into classroom activities, advising undergraduate thesis students, and developing new programs for engaging undergraduates in research, practice, or career-integration activities. Research may focus on any geographic region, with a preference for work that is applicable to the PNW . 10% – Service Provide service to the college, university, and scientific and broader community to sustain and promote the college and university educational, research, and outreach missions. This may include, but is not limited to, any of the following: + Serve or lead College and University-level committees, including advising student clubs. + Support program excellence through strategic planning and student recruitment efforts. + Serve professional societies or community organizations. + Participate in activities that increase and promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, such as search advocate training, diversity training, anti-racism pedagogy, or mentoring students from underrepresented groups. + Participate in outreach and engagement activities related to the academic program. What You Will Need Minimum Qualifications for Both Ranks: + PhD in environmental sciences, environmental policy, environmental management, or a closely-related field. + Evidence of or commitment to excellence in inclusive teaching, mentoring, and/or student success. + Expertise in environmental assessment, monitoring, analysis, and/or compliance with environmental laws and regulations. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Additional Minimum Qualifications for Associate Professor (Teaching) Rank: + Demonstrated abilities in course design and curriculum development + Proven track record of excellence in teaching at the university level What We Would Like You to Have Preferred Qualifications for Both Ranks: + Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in Environmental Sciences or related fields. + Demonstrated ability to teach across modalities, including online courses, and proficiency with online teaching platforms such as Canvas. + Experience leading or teaching groups in field settings. + Demonstrated ability to mentor or advise students, including working with underrepresented groups. + Experience and/or vision for incorporating high impact pedagogical practices into Environmental Sciences course design and teaching, including but not limited to experiential learning, community-engaged teaching, inquiry-based learning, and career integration. + Experience engaging on regulatory or planning issues with agencies, industry, consulting groups, tribal governments, community organizations, landowners, and/or other groups. + Expertise on relevant environmental laws and regulations (e.g. NEPA , Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act, CERCLA , state laws, etc.). + Vision for a research program investigating relevant pedagogical or disciplinary topics, and which meaningfully engages undergraduates. Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position is located onsite in Corvallis, OR. The incumbent may work remotely as agreed upon with the supervisor, but is expected to be available for on-campus (face to face) teaching assignments and is required to hold on-campus office hours when teaching on-campus classes. Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience. Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/164499 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08842UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 02/10/2025 Full Consideration Date 03/31/2025 Closing Date 05/31/2025 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 31, 2025.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. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. 3) Statement of Research 4) Statement of Teaching 5) OSU and CEOAS are committed to increasing and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://ceoas.oregonstate.edu/dei). How has your background and experience prepared you to be effective in an environment that values educational equity of diverse groups and perspectives? (Upload your response to Other Document 1) Letters of Reference will be requested of finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf. For additional information please contact: Tyler McFadden at Tyler.Mcfadden@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-9164. OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental Questions Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/164630 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.