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Assistant Professor of Teaching: Microbiology (Internal Employment Opportunity)

Oregon State University

Oregon State University - Cascades

Department: Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)

Appointment Type: Academic Faculty

Job Location: Bend

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Job Summary:

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

The Oregon State University-Cascades invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, fixed-term, Assistant Professor of Teaching: Microbiology position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs.

Appointment at the Assistant Professor of Teaching rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

As an Assistant Professor of Teaching at Oregon State University-Cascades, the responsibilities of this position consist of teaching courses in the Division of Agricultural Sciences, Forestry, Science, and Earth Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences on the Cascades campus in support of the Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, and Sustainability programs. Additionally, this position will be expected to establish and/or continue independent scholarly research; and/or conduct research on teaching and pedagogy; work with students on undergraduate research projects; serve on departmental, college, and University committees; and providing professional and community service.

This fixed term professorial rank requires a doctoral-level degree, emphasizes excellence in teaching beyond instruction, and includes a percentage of FTE devoted to research and scholarship. It couples dominant duties in for-credit instruction with duties related to curricular design and development and/or pedagogical strategies and practices, develop and lead a research program and participate in scholarly activities including designing and conducting research projects and writing papers for peer reviewed journals and to contribute to the educational mission of the campus supporting students in taught classes, curriculum development, and mentoring activities.

The disciplinary focus is related to algal ecophysiology spanning from cell level processes to regional and global interrogation of algal behaviors and impacts. Research projects may include laboratory-based experiments, ship-board measurements, and application of remote sensing to further knowledge of carbon cycling. The position anticipates opportunities for applied research involving optimizing algal production for agricultural and pharmaceutical purposes.

Cooperation with OSU faculty both at Cascades and the greater OSU community is important. Research mentoring of undergraduate students at OSU -Cascades campus is expected and interaction with graduate students in collaborations throughout OSU is encouraged.

The position will be located at OSU -Cascades and will advance the land-grant mission of Oregon State University as a university focused on big discoveries that drive big solutions and directly serve OSU -Cascades’ mission including building research supports that enhance student learning. This position will be a unique and highly impactful bridge between undergraduate educational experiences and nationally recognized research programs tailored to the unique opportunities on the OSU -Cascades campus.

Why OSU?

Why OSU -Cascades?

Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.

Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU -Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.

With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU -Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:

Student Body and Alumni
https://osucascades.edu/about is as of fall 2024.
• 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
• 78% from Oregon
• 42% Central Oregonians
• 24% first generation students
• 23% students of color
• 19 students on average per class
• 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
• 5,625 degrees awarded since founding

Academic Majors
A growing portfolio of https://osucascades.edu/academics at OSU -Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.

Research
https://osucascades.edu/research underway at OSU -Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU -Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.

Campus Development
OSU -Cascades’ campus https://osucascades.edu/campus-expansion is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.

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
• 7 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 a 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.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

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Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

70% Student Related Activities

• Develop and teach courses for OSU -Cascades, consisting of a mix of courses: large and small, and potentially, a mix of modalities.
• Engage with the College of Agricultural Sciences, College of Forestry, College of Science and the College of Earth Ocean and Atmospheric Science, as necessary to coordinate program development and deployment within the interdisciplinary and integrated nature of OSU -Cascades campus.
• Demonstrate a sustained commitment to creating and maintaining an inclusive learning environment.
• Mentor undergraduate students in experiential learning projects.
• Hold office hours.
• Mentor and advise students on professional aspects of the field.

20% Research and integrative scholarship

• Maintain an active, research program capable of receiving external funding.
• Plan, lead and communicate research on algal physiology and its relationship to aquatic health, carbon cycle science, climate, and biotechnological applications.
• Research approaches will include use of remotely sensed data, in-situ collections, and experimental manipulations of algal cultures. Development of models to provide predictive capability and deeper mechanistic understanding of ecosystem processes.
• Participation and collaboration with researchers at OSU -Cascades, and across OSU colleges is expected. Work with faculty and administrative staff on broader OSU and multi-institutional research, or national and international initiatives. Duties will support the vision, mission and goals of the Cascades campus and the University.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals. Disseminate research results through presentations at regional, national, and international professional meetings. Participate in disciplinary and interdisciplinary workshops to explore gaps in knowledge and opportunities for collaboration and research program expansion.
• Develop resources for outreach and training in the broader community including underrepresented groups.

10% Service

• Participate as a collegial member of the unit and perform appropriate service that contributes to the effectiveness of the Campus, the College, the University, and the profession.
• Service includes participation in and leadership of Campus, College, and University committees, attendance at faculty meetings, mentorship of junior faculty, and contributions to outreach activities.
• Participation in service to the profession, including serving as a consultant to Industry partners, reviewer or editor for journals and conferences, leadership roles in professional organizations, reviewing proposals, and conference organization, should be pursued as appropriate.
• Serve on professional society committees and panels, review manuscripts for journals in the field.

What You Will Need

• PhD in Marine Biology or closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability or significant potential for excellent teaching.
• Must have completed doctoral level courses or research in algal physiology or peer reviewed research in the field in the last 5 years, documented experience in field work at sea, 3 years of experience in computational data analysis with evidence of this expertise through publications or project reports, experience as a collaborator/working group member on at least two multi-institutional research projects, at least 5 peer-reviewed publications and have presented at a minimum of 2 national or international conferences; demonstrable leadership skills; must have successfully secured at least one independent research grant or fellowship with details of the funding amount and project scope.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and student mentorship.

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.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience working with a broad range of collaborators, both private and public
• Experience implementing successful funded research projects with undergraduate students
• Experience teaching a range of courses in Biology, Environmental Sciences and Natural Resources
• A history of securing sponsored research.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate research.
• Current or future research topic(s) that is/are aligned with the university strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared, and commensurate with OSU -Cascades campus.
• Interest or track record in commercialization of research.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

The field research components involve coordinating and overseeing shipboard sampling and seawater incubations. Assisting in data collection with collaborators, especially optical retrievals. Computational work involves analysis of large data sets, which can be done remotely. Laboratory components of the position involve experiment design and coordination of laboratory sampling efforts.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A Curriculum Vitae

2) A Cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

3) A Statement of Teaching

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Johana Hernandez
Johana.Hernandez@osucascades.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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 our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the 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 at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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