Instructor (Summer)

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR, USA 🇺🇸

Position Details

Position Information

DepartmentWater Res Graduate Prgm (GRD)
Position TitleInstructor
Job TitleInstructor (Summer)
Appointment TypeAcademic Teaching/Research Faculty
Job LocationCorvallis
Position Appointment Percent30
Appointment Basis12
Faculty StatusRegular
Tenure StatusFixed-Term
Pay MethodSalary
Pay Period1st through the last day of the month
Pay DateLast working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary RangeSalary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.
Position SummaryThe Water Resources Graduate Program invites applications for a part-time (.30 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term, Instructor position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head. This position is expected to last approximately 4 weeks.This is a summer only hire. The position exists for the purpose of teaching the process and theory behind the conduct of collaborative, interdisciplinary research. The target student audience for the course consists of students in the Water Cooperation and Diplomacy track of the Water Policy and Management program, as well as professionals in the water resources fields who need to collaborate in their work.
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/aboutLocations: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 county. 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.
 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. 
Position Duties10% – Develop curriculum for WRP 548 that is designed to engage and challenge students.90%- Teach WRP 548; provide mentoring to students in applying concepts to the student theses.
Minimum/Required QualificationsA Master’s degree in a field relevant to water policy and management, such as public policy, environmental sciences, social sciences, water resources, geography.Experience in the course subject matter via professional experience or academic training.
Preferred (Special) QualificationsExperience in conducting interdisciplinary, collaborative research and publication of research results.A PhD in a field relevant to water policy and management, such as public policy, environmental sciences, social sciences, water resources, geography.A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities.No

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberP06795UF
Number of Vacancies1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date06/16/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date07/16/2023
Posting Date04/26/2023
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date05/10/2023
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this searchCompetitive / External – open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to ApplicantsWhen applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:1) A resume/CV; and2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.3) A statement of teaching.For additional information please contact: Catherine Mullins at Catherine.Mullins@oregonstate.eduOSU 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.Letters of Reference will be requested (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.· The total salary for the summer term will be $5,000 distributed in a lump sum, for teaching this four-week course during the Summer term of 2023.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * 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.(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Statement of Teaching

Optional Documents

  1. Verification of Veteran Status ONLY (do not upload any other documentation to this field)

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