[ES_JOBS_NET] Assistant Professor, Water Management Technologist, Department of Biological & Ecological Engineering Oregon State University

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

http://careers.asabe.org/jobs/7840176

This position, as part of a cluster hire of three positions at OSU 
addressing water supply and quality will address critical water 
management issues in the state, region, nation and globe, focusing on 
providing innovative engineering solutions to current water management 
problems in managed and natural systems. The successful candidate will 
develop a nationally recognized research program in one or more of the 
following areas:

 1. Development and utilization of advanced data collection/sensing
    systems, data assimilation and hardware/software systems to manage
    water resources, with an emphasis on management of agricultural
    systems. Creative discovery in the domain of novel sensing and
    wireless/digital/data-driven decision support systems is central to
    this position.
 2. New technology development for collection, analysis and utilization
    of real-time data streams to improve management and utilization of
    water resources from field scales to landscape scales.
 3. Innovative social strategies and technologies to implement
    integrated strategies to improve water management.

Application areas will emphasize agricultural production, which might 
include food, fuel and fiber production, horticultural production 
systems, and natural systems. The position will incorporate both 
experimental, analysis and outreach dimensions, and will emphasize the 
development of advanced technologies to measure, monitor, assess and 
improve applied water management.

The successful candidate may teach one graduate-level class per year 
(quarter system) in the area of water resources engineering and/or 
technology, and provide outreach/training opportunities within the 
state. Creative strategies to foster student success and diversity is an 
important aspect of this position.

/College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing 
student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, 
internships, global studies, and other experiential learning 
opportunities. Candidates should demonstrate commitment to student 
success in their ability to contribute to the faculty’s culture around 
supporting students, particularly through diversity in the mentoring 
environment and through responsiveness to the diversity of student 
learning styles./

/Letters of application should at a minimum address each of the required 
qualifications and the preferred qualifications listed in this 
announcement. Applications should include the following: 1) letter of 
application addressing each of the required qualifications and the 
preferred qualifications listed in this announcement, 2) a 1-page 
statement of research interest; 3) a 1-page statement of strategies for 
extension and teaching, and 4) a copy of your current resume including 
your phone number and names of 3 references (at least one of whom was 
under your supervision) who can be contacted by telephone./

The position is located in Corvallis, Oregon.

The Biological and Ecological Engineering Department is devoted to the 
application of engineering, ecological and life-science principles and 
problem-solving techniques to the optimum use and sustainability of 
ecological resources. The department seeks to integrate human activities 
with the natural environment to the benefit of both. With undergraduate 
and graduate options, we bring the insights from earth sciences, 
hydrology, and biology and the methods of engineering together to 
provide the products and tools of the future.

/Oregon State University’s commitment to student success includes 
hiring, retaining, and developing diverse faculty to mentor and educate 
our undergraduate and graduate students from entry through graduation. 
Our Strategic Plan 
(http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/strategicplan/phase3) articulates the 
strategies we believe critical to advancing and equalizing learner 
success. The College of Agricultural Sciences is likewise committed to 
success of all learners accessed through its extension and outreach 
programs./

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.

For more information, contact Dr. John Selker, Search Committee Chair 
(John.Selker at Oregonstate.edu; 541-737-6304)

To review posting and apply, go to http://oregonstate.edu/jobs Posting # 
0016967. When applying you will be required to attach the following 
electronic documents: 1) letter of application addressing each of the 
required qualifications and the preferred qualifications listed in this 
announcement, 2) a 1-page statement of research interest; 3) a 1-page 
statement of strategies for extension and teaching, and 4) a copy of 
your current resume including your phone number and names of 3 
references (at least one of whom was under your supervision) who can be 
contacted by telephone.

About Corvallis from Livability.com:

“Not many cities can claim to be an hour from the ocean, an 
hour-and-a-half from the mountains, surrounded by national forests and 
yet a short distance away from a major metropolitan area, but Corvallis, 
Ore., offers all this and much more as one of America’s Best Places to 
Live 2015.

Corvallis (population 56,535) has long been known as the home of Oregon 
State University and a progressive, intellectually vibrant community 
that has led in municipal sustainability practices and green 
initiatives. It’s also set in a beautiful area of the Pacific Northwest, 
resulting in a wealth of outdoor recreational activities. Corvallis was 
named to our list of 10 Best College Towns in 2012.”

*Additional Required Qualifications:*

  * Ph.D in Biological, Ecological, or Agricultural, Civil, or
    Environmental Engineering or a related field by the start date of
    employment.
  * Demonstrated productivity in all critical aspects of the research
    enterprise.
  * Excellent communication skills.
  * Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

*Additional Preferred Qualifications:*

  * Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
  * Sufficient training/experience to qualify for the Professional
    Engineering Examination
  * Record of/commitment to work with underrepresented/underserved
    students or other audiences.
  * Life experience, education, or training that broadens capacity to
    equalize student success or impact underserved audiences.

NOTES:

Additional Salary Information: Salary is commensurate with education and 
experience

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