Assistant Professor (Practice)

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 15 Jun 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Mathematics (SMT)
Position Title Assistant Professor (Practice)
Job Title Assistant Professor (Practice)
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Mathematics invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term Assistant Professor of Practice position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head.
The Professor of Practice in Actuarial Science will support the Department of Mathematics mission in research and scholarship; general education for undergraduate and graduate degrees; service to the public; and service to the local, national, and international professional communities in the area of Actuarial Sciences. The Professor of Practice will develop and maintain external contacts with the insurance and financial industries, and with the leading actuarial professional societies, such as the Society of Actuaries and the Casualty Actuarial Society. The Professor of Practice will be responsible for promoting the actuarial program at the Oregon State University, help students in their preparation for professional exams administered by the Society of Actuaries, and in securing industrial internships. The Professor of Practice will support the online courses designated for the students in actuarial sciences offered via Ecampus, the online education unit of Oregon State University.
All professors of practice in the College of Science and the Department of Mathematics are expected to demonstrate effectiveness in teaching, advising, and other instructional activities; achievement in scholarship and creative activity that establishes the individual as a significant and distinguished contributor to the field or profession; and an appropriate balance of institutional and professional service. All professorial rank faculty members are expected to make significant contributions to both undergraduate and graduate education and to engage in activities that contribute to ongoing professional growth. All faculty members are expected to maintain high standards of collegiality and professional integrity, to demonstrate willingness to cooperate in assignments, and to demonstrate commitment to enhancing diversity and promoting inclusivity in the department, the institution, and the profession.
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
45% Teaching, Advising, and Other Instructional Activities
10% Advising and other instructional activities
20% Scholarship and Creative Activity
25% Outreach and Service
What You Will Need
  • PhD in Mathematics or related field
  • Hold, or on track to obtain by the second year since employment, the Associate level in the Society of Actuaries, Casualty Actuarial Society or an equivalent international Actuarial Professional society.
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.


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
  • Teaching experience at a college or university level.
  • Actuarial professional experience.
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/143558

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07604UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 12/14/2023
Full Consideration Date 02/15/2024
Closing Date 06/15/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
The full consideration date has been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool. For full consideration, applications should be received by February 15, 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 resume/CV;
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position; and
3) A diversity statement: A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion can be related to professional work, volunteer work or in one’s personal life. The College of Science values your experience working with or supporting individuals with marginalized identities of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability, status and others.
Letters of Reference are required for this position. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for four referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf. One of the Letters of Reference should address your teaching abilities.
For additional information please contact: Deanne Murray, [email protected], 541-737-5135
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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