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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">The Department of Oceanography at Texas A&M University seeks an Instructional Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure Track) to lead efforts in the development and execution of online courses
in an Ocean Data Science track being developed for the online Masters of Geosciences (MGSc) degree program. The candidate is expected to transform and deliver courses on Ocean Observing Systems, Physical Oceanography, and Ocean Data Methods in a distance education
environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the College of Geosciences Distance Learning Team, Department of Oceanography faculty and associated content experts to develop online course content material.
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">The Department of Oceanography is part of an alliance of Ocean Sciences at Texas A&M that spans the Marine Biology and Marine Sciences Departments at TAMU Galveston, the Geochemical
and Environmental Research Group, the International Ocean Discovery Program, and Texas Sea Grant. This alliance of Ocean Sciences represents a unique concentration of educational and research resources. The capacity is greatly enhanced by close ties to the
College of Geosciences Departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Geography, and Geology & Geophysics, as well as the Berg Hughes Center and the Texas Center for Climate Studies.
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">The successful candidate will be a motivated team member who is committed to our rapidly growing ocean observing science and education program. The candidate will actively collaborate
with our faculty in his/her mission to develop and teach ocean- observing related courses for graduate and undergraduate students. Our strategic area of educational and research strength focuses on the long-term monitoring of the chemical, biological and physical
conditions of the marine environment. The Department web site <a href="http://ocean.tamu.edu" class="">
http://ocean.tamu.edu</a> contains a full description of our program. </span></p>
<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Review of applications will begin immediately and the advertisement will remain open until the position is filled. The desired start date is February 1, 2019. The full- time position
carries 9 months of salary with possibility of additional 3-month summer salary depending on availability of funds and the success of online courses.
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Education and Experience
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria,Italic'">Required Qualifications:
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">PhD in Physical Oceanography, or related field;
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Higher Education teaching experience with a minimum of 5 semesters as
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">TA or 2 semesters as Instructor of Record
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria,Italic'">Preferred Qualifications:
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">PhD in Oceanography
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Specialization in Online Education;
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span>
<span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Two years experience in online course instruction (development and/or facilitation).
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Knowledge, Abilities, Skills
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria,Italic'">Required Qualification
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Candidates must be comfortable with and proficient in using computer- based technology;
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal skills as demonstrated through publications and
public speaking; </span></p>
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Knowledge of and proficiency using learning management systems, e.g., Blackboard, CANVAS.
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria,Italic'">Preferred Qualifications:
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Self-motivated with a strong interest in online education and learning design practices;
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Ability to work in a team setting with faculty colleagues and online course developers.
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Applications must include the following:
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">A cover letter containing a statement of interest in this position;
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">A statement indicating teaching philosophy and best practices, or a
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">teaching portfolio (including syllabi and pedagogical materials developed
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">by the candidate);
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">A curriculum vitae; and
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Symbol'"> </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Three references with complete contact information.
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Electronic applications should be submitted to
</span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Times New Roman'; color:rgb(0.000000%,0.000000%,100.000000%)"><a href="https://apply.interfolio.com/52944" class="">https://apply.interfolio.com/52944</a>
</span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">Information on applying for a faculty position is available at:
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'; color:rgb(0.000000%,0.000000%,100.000000%)"><a href="http://ocean.tamu.edu/about" class="">http://ocean.tamu.edu/about</a>
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<p class=""><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/ Disability Employer committed to diversity. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally
diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented ethnic groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Texas A&M University also
has a policy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career partners<br class="">
( </span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Times New Roman'; color:rgb(0.000000%,0.000000%,100.000000%)"><a href="http://dof.tamu.edu/Faculty-Resources/DUAL-CAREER-PARTNER-PLACEMENT" class="">http://dof.tamu.edu/Faculty-Resources/DUAL-CAREER-PARTNER-PLACEMENT</a>
</span><span class="" style="font-size:12.000000pt; font-family:'Cambria'">) </span></p>
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