Visiting Assistant Professor

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 29 Mar 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department School of Public Policy (CLA)
Position Title Assistant Professor
Job Title Visiting Assistant Professor
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The School of Public Policy invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term Visiting Assistant Professor in Public Policy position.
This visiting position is anticipated to begin Fall 2024 through Spring 2026.
The School of Public Policy at Oregon State University invites applications for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professorship in Public Policy beginning Fall 2024. Candidates whose research and teaching interests align with OSU’s strategic goals are preferred: climate science and related solutions, robotics, clean energy and related solutions, and integrated health and biotechnology. We especially welcome candidates committed to inclusive pedagogies and fostering access for marginalized and underrepresented students.
This position consists of teaching (54%), research (36%), and service (10%). The teaching load is two courses per term over three quarters annually. Teaching responsibilities include Public Policy graduate level courses in our nationally accredited graduate program (NASPAA), focusing on graduate research methods, with a particular interest in qualitative research methods, and undergraduate/graduate slash courses in a specialized topic, ideally in line with the abovementioned areas. The position involves teaching classes on the Corvallis campus and through our award-winning Ecampus online degree programs. The position includes mentoring and support for advancing one’s scholarship. Service includes committee work for the School and College, as well as service to the profession.
All candidates must have teaching experience and a Ph.D. in Public Policy, Political Science, or closely related field by time of appointment. Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at the OSU School of Public Policy website: https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/spp . Candidates must meet the academic qualification standards posted on the SPP website: https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/school-public-policy/mpp/faculty-staff/academic-qualification-policy .
Oregon State University is a public R1 land-grant institution committed to public outreach and engagement and motivated by diversity, inclusion, and social justice. In application letters, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to these core values.
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
• 7 cultural resource centers 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 comprehensive benefits package 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.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
54% Instruction

36% Research

10% Service
What You Will Need
  • Ph.D. in Public Policy, Political Science, or a closely related field
  • Experience teaching at the undergraduate level
  • Evident commitment to educational equity and effectiveness
  • Meet the academic qualification standards for accreditation: https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/school-public-policy/mpp/faculty-staff/academic-qualification-policy
What We Would Like You to Have
  • Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
  • Experience developing curriculum for in-person and/or online delivery.
  • Demonstrated record of or potential for scholarly distinction in the field of Public Policy or closely related fields.
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
  • Research and teaching interests that align with OSU’s strategic goals: climate science and related solutions, robotics, clean energy and related solutions, and integrated health and biotechnology
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
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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/148654

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07676UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 01/10/2024
Full Consideration Date 03/15/2024
Closing Date 03/29/2024
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 15th, 2024 . 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 Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. (1 page maximum)
3) A Statement of Research (2 page maximum)
4) A Statement of Teaching (2 page maximum)
5) A Diversity Statement addressing the following: After reviewing the OSU mission statement at http://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/oregon-state-university-mission-statement and the emphasis on diversity, please state how your background and experience has prepared you to be effective in an environment that values diversity. (upload as Diversity Statement)
6) Two pieces of Scholarly Work (upload as Other Document 1)
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:
LeAnn Headrick
[email protected]
541-737-6270
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.
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