[ES_JOBS_NET] Assistant Professor: Global Change and Conservation in Forested Biomes, Oregon State University

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/82123
Assistant Professor: Global Change and Conservation in Forested Biomes
Position Information
Department
Forest Ecosyst & Society (FOR)
Position Title
Assistant Professor
Job Title
Assistant Professor: Global Change and Conservation in Forested Biomes
Appointment Type
Academic Teaching/Research Faculty
Job Location
Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent
100
Appointment Basis
9
Faculty Status
Regular
Tenure Status
Tenure Track (Annual)
Pay Method
Salary
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range
Salary is Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position Summary
The Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a focus on applying analysis of large datasets to complex problems in global change and conservation in forested biomes. We seek an enthusiastic colleague who uses innovative analytical tools to ask questions that integrate national, networked, and/or global data (including but not limited to remote sensing data or ecological network data on vegetation communities, tree or forest growth or loss patterns, biodiversity, invasive species spread, census data, housing and transportation patterns, or global trade data).
This is a 9-month, 1.0 FTE, tenure-track position with responsibilities for teaching, advising, research, service and outreach. The appointee will be expected to teach a graduate class on fundamental scientific inquiry to students from a broad range of disciplines and research paradigms, an undergraduate class in the OSU Natural Resources curriculum, and another course within the candidate's area of expertise. We welcome applicants with diverse areas of research expertise, such as ecology, wildlife, socio-ecological systems, global change, environmental studies, conservation, or human dimensions, who are conducting research within the broad context of terrestrial systems especially treed ecosystems and forest biomes, and who have skills to analyze and apply large and complex data sets to address research questions. Interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty in the College of Forestry and other departments across campus are expected, as is a demonstrated potential for nationally and internationally recognized scholarship.
The Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society (FES) encompasses students, staff, and faculty with interests and expertise in a wide range of disciplines, including natural resource social science, tree physiology, climate change and carbon dynamics, biodiversity conservation, protected area management, silviculture, landscape and wildlife ecology, and fire ecology. We tackle pressing environmental challenges (http://fes.forestry.oregonstate.edu). We teach courses in more than a dozen programs within and beyond the College of Forestry. We have a large and diverse student body both on campus and online; thus, we seek an individual with an interest and commitment to teaching and innovation in both classroom and online education.
Position Duties
45% - Instruction, Advising and Other Education Duties:
Annually teach the following: one on-campus graduate student course in the Forest Ecosystems and Society graduate student core curriculum, one undergraduate course in the undergraduate Natural Resources degree program, and one additional course within the candidate's area of expertise (e.g., quantitative analysis of large datasets, global change, and/or large-scale socio-ecological systems).
Participate in the FES graduate program, including teaching of a graduate course (noted above), leading graduate seminars, and delivering special topics, courses, or other educational experiences in research specialty.
Serve as major professor for graduate students, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and serve on graduate committees inside and outside the Department.
Participate in undergraduate and graduate curriculum review and development, as well as personal professional development related to teaching.
45% - Research and Integrative Scholarship:
Maintain an active, externally funded research program.
Collaborate with scientists in the College of Forestry and across the university, as well as with external organizations such as tribal, state, and federal agencies and institutions, and private organizations. Serve as a liaison between the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society and other scientists and departments across Oregon State University.
Publish the results and products of original research and teaching in peer-reviewed journals, reports, and other outlets intended for scholarly peers and other natural resources professionals. Present on current research findings at regional and national conferences. Contribute to scholarship of teaching and learning as appropriate.
Supervise research personnel including post docs, graduate assistants, and/or student employees.
Drive personal and/or OSU Motor Pool vehicles as needed to conduct research and/or attend meetings.
10% - Outreach and Service:
Support departmental, College, and university goals for enhancing our academic community by incorporating diverse cultural perspectives and contributing to a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in the department, College, and university.
Assume an equitable share of governance and committee duties for the department, College, and university. This includes demonstrating initiative, a cooperative spirit, and excellent organizational and communication skills in carrying out obligations as a member of academia and as a state employee.
Communicate with natural resource professionals, extension personnel, educators, and the public in various venues.
Participate in service to professional communities.
Minimum/Required Qualifications
PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline (ecology, climate science, natural resources, social-ecological systems, conservation), completed by time of appointment.
Life experience and/or education that would broaden our capacity to advance and equalize undergraduate and graduate student success across individual identities, including but not limited to racial/ethnic categories and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to identify important natural resource challenges, analyze large and complex data sets that address these challenges, and explore questions that integrate human dimensions with forested and/or treed ecosystems.
Record of scholarly activity (e.g., grants, presentations, publications).
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preparation and ability to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate level courses.
Demonstrated interest in teaching the courses associated with this position.
Experience mentoring graduate or undergraduate students.
Ability to engage others with respect, thoughtfulness, and good will (and the demonstrated practice of this).
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 OSUStandard 576-055-0000 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.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Experience in integrating social, ecological, and natural resource data to address environmental challenges.
Evidence of effective teaching and mentoring.
Postdoctoral experience in one or more relevant fields.
Experience with innovative pedagogies such as flipped, engaged, field-based, online, or hybrid learning.
Demonstrated capacity for creating an inclusive cultural and intellectual environment.
Familiarity with the land grant mission.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Travel may be required for research, teaching, and outreach. Field conditions may require the ability to traverse rough terrain and steep or slippery slopes.
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities.
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P03209UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
12/16/2019
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
07/23/2019
Full Consideration Date
09/30/2019
Closing Date
10/15/2019
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2019. 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 cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experiences have prepared you for this position. Please limit your cover letter to one page.
2. A resume/CV that includes the names of at least three professional references who could provide reference upon request, their e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. Upload references as "Other Document" if not included with your resume/vita.
3. A statement of your teaching philosophy, including a brief summary of courses you might be interested in offering at OSU. Please limit your teaching statement to two pages.
4. A statement of your philosophy and perspective on inclusion and diversity.
Please limit your statement to one page. For information on diversity, equity, and inclusion themes, terms, and initiatives, see:
https://www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/diversity#dei-resources
5. A statement of your research interests and expertise including examples of significant environmental problems you have identified and addressed with your research, especially those resulting from the integration of large datasets, and projects that have resulted in peer-reviewed publications and related scholarship. This statement should also include a vision for your research program in the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society. State University. Please limit your research statement to two pages.
6. Undergraduate and graduate college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this stage.
For additional information please contact: Meg Krawchuk, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society, 541- 737-1483, meg.krawchuk at oregonstate.edu.
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 and has a practice of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
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 OSUStandard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
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 et seq. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle check requirement.
Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB 9or less. If over 9MB 9in size, submit to contact person listed. Transcripts must be received by the closing date.

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