Assistant/Associate Professor: Extension Specialist in Forest Health - Oregon State University

• PhD in Plant Pathology, Entomology, or a closely related field with an emphasis on forest health and forest ecosystems.
• Demonstrable commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming.
• Record of, or potential for, delivering non-formal (non-credit) educational programs to external audiences or formal (for-credit) education to university students (e.g. digital, print, etc.).
• Evidence of prior teaching experience and a high potential for teaching excellence. Evidence could include peer evaluations from prior teaching roles or completion of a college teaching certificate program.
• Demonstrated strength in oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to produce scholarly outcomes through publications and/or scholarly presentations relevant to forest health.
• For individuals seeking the rank of Associate Professor, candidate should meet the OSU teaching, advising, research, and service criteria for appointment at the desired rank (see the OSU Faculty Handbook for details). OSU will consider previous years of experience at other, similar institutions towards timelines for rank or tenure promotions

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.

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.

• Experience in or potential for assessing the educational needs of non-credit audiences, developing relevant resources to address those needs, and evaluating the impacts of those efforts (e.g. digital, print, etc.).
• Record of, or potential for, successful extramural funding.
• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest Forest ecosystems, climate, and natural resource issues and needs.
• Record of, or potential for working with foresters, state and federal agencies, and land managers.
• Record of, or potential for providing leadership to teams and individuals, including supervisees, students, and colleagues.

The ability to work in varied fields and weather conditions is required as needed; this includes extensive walking/hiking on uneven ground and uncomfortable weather conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain, wind, poison oak, heavy pollen counts). The position requires travel to research sites, workshops, and conference venues.

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/157907

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 29, 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; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:
Jared LeBoldus
jared.leboldus@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1907

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 employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.