Position Details
Position Information
Department | College of Ag Admin (AGA) |
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Position Title | Administrator 2-Ten Asst Dean |
Job Title | Assistant Dean of Research and Graduate Education (Internal Employment Opportunity) |
Appointment Type | Professional Faculty |
Job Location | Corvallis |
Benefits Eligible | Part-Time, benefits eligible |
Remote or Hybrid option? | |
Job Summary | This is an Internal Employment Opportunity The College of Agriculture is seeking an Assistant Dean of Research and Graduate Education. This is a part-time (0.50 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. The Assistant Dean of Research and Graduate Education plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of agriculture and natural resources through key efforts to support the formation and success of research teams, providing leadership for successful graduate education, and driving collaboration for the College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) at Oregon State University. Working closely with the Associate Dean for Research (ADR), CAS administrative team members, and other university stakeholders, this role drives the nucleation of interdisciplinary research teams, fosters the advancement of research initiatives, supports success in attracting research funding, advances graduate and postdoctoral education for CAS, works on recruitment and retention of graduate students, and nurtures collaboration both within and beyond the university community. We seek an accomplished candidate with a strong agricultural and life sciences background, adept research management skills, and an unwavering commitment to propelling innovation and growth within the agricultural and natural resources sector. This part-time, 0.5 FTE, 12-month administrative position is intended for a current Full Professor in CAS. As part of your role in the college, there is an expectation that you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document. |
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 | This position brings leadership to 1) College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) research programs through supporting the formation, advancement, and success of multidisciplinary research teams in securing and expanding research funding, 2) CAS Graduate Programs and Postdoctoral Training through a focused effort to enhance experiences and opportunities for trainees, diversify support for trainee positions, and develop new paradigms for graduate and postdoctoral experiences for CAS, and 3) stronger relationships with research partners, allied industry, government agencies, and academic institutions that foster collaboration and support for research and graduate education. Tasks described below will be overseen and developed in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Research and/or appropriate college committees. 45% Research Team Development, Research Administration, and Leadership
35% Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Studies
15% Partnerships, Collaboration, and Networking
5% Service
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What You Will Need | Tenured faculty member at the rank of full professor in the College of Agricultural Sciences at Oregon State University. Ph.D. in agricultural science, natural resources, or related field. Demonstrated experience in agricultural and/or natural resources research, grant writing, and research program management. Demonstrated support of graduate education and professional development. Demonstrated ability to communicate and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research and education. 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. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. |
What We Would Like You to Have | Demonstrated excellence in graduate education and mentorship. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new challenges and opportunities. Previous leadership experience in a research setting and/or graduate education. Demonstrated capacity to work successfully as part of a team to advance agricultural and natural resources research and graduate education. Experience balancing work between multiple teams, projects, or supervisors. Demonstrated capacity to think creatively about key research opportunities, emerging trends, and challenges. Experience with the commercialization process and protection of intellectual property. |
Working Conditions / Work Schedule | This position is a combination of Corvallis campus-based and off-campus activities. This position requires travel by car across the State of Oregon to visit College faculty, research facilities, attendance at Field Days, and meetings with stakeholders. Other official business travel as appropriate. |
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/149537 |
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | P07747UF |
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Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 07/01/2024 |
Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
Posting Date | 02/02/2024 |
Full Consideration Date | |
Closing Date | 02/16/2024 |
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search | Competitive / Internal |
Special Instructions to Applicants | This is an Internal Employment Opportunity. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter addressing how you meet each qualification of the position. 3) Can you share an example at work in which you advocated for, or provided resources towards advancing diversity, equity and inclusion at OSU? Describe the outcomes, change, or impact that resulted from your actions? (Upload as Other Document 1) 4) Provide a specific example showcasing your ability to form effective research teams (large or small), from initiation to final application submission. Describe what you did to bring together team members with complementary skills, to empower them to secure research funding, and to foster their ongoing collaboration for an interdisciplinary research initiative. (Upload as Other Document 2) 5) Discuss how your background as a graduate student supervisor and mentor has prepared you to serve as a leader for CAS Graduate Education. (Upload as Other Document 3) 6) 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) 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: | Dave Stone | [email protected] 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 our Background Checks website including the for 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 [email protected] . |
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