Assistant/Associate Professor: Special Education

Position Details

Position Information

Department

College of Education (KED)

Position Title

Assistant / Associate Professor

Job Title

Assistant / Associate Professor : Special Education

Appointment Type

Academic Faculty

Job Location

Various Locations

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant or Associate Professor : Special Education position. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, higher rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.

Any hiring at the rank of Associate Professor / Professor with indefinite tenure will be subject to a successful out-of-cycle tenure review process : https : / / facultyaffairs.oregonstate.edu / out-cycle-tenure-review-procedure .

This position will assist us in establishing a newly developed online master's degree in special education, an online graduate certificate in special education, as well as an undergraduate focus area. These programs include an emphasis on inclusive practices and asset- and growth-based approaches, rather than rehabilitation-based approaches.

We seek a colleague with scholarly and teaching expertise in at least one of the following areas : high incidence disabilities, literacy, mathematics, assessment, and practicum courses with an emphasis on issues of UDL and inclusive practices, multilingualism, equity, and / or social justice. The assistant or associate professor (tenure-track) will hold an academic appointment of 50% teaching, 40% research, and 10% service.

Within their home department of Educational Practice and Research, they will provide expertise in undergraduate and graduate teaching in special education along with a strong record of scholarly success with promise of ongoing research contributions commensurate to their rank and classification. Experience with and dedication to online teaching excellence is required. Additionally, they will collaborate with K-12 and university faculty in implementing a standards and outcome-based special education program.

This position, along with all positions within the College of Education, is directly responsible to advance and develop our inclusive community of scholars, educators, and change agents. We are deeply engaged with equity and anti-racism work in our research, teaching, and service. The College is fully committed to serving the needs of our Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in our communities. For more information about the College of Education, please visit http : / / education.oregonstate.edu.

The College of Education respects and celebrates the many life commitments of our employees. Learn more about OSU's resources for work life, families, and partners at hr.oregonstate.edu / work-life.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

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FACTS :

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Locations :

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 country. 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 :

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Key Responsibilities

50% Teaching and Advising : Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and advising / mentoring graduate students as appropriate in their scholastic academic, research, and professional development. Align pedagogy with principles and practices identified in the OSU Quality Teaching Framework and be evaluated in part based on the ability to accomplish equitable learning outcomes.

40% Research : Conducting and publishing research using equitable and inclusive practices in peer-reviewed outlets recognized as relevant to research conducted and demonstrative that the individual's scholarship has (inter)national distinction with a focus on social justice, equity, and inclusion. Writing and submitting grant proposals for external funding is expected.

10% Service : Providing active service to degree program, college, and university as well as through relevant professional associations. The incumbent is expected to be responsive to and contribute to OSU initiatives for promoting student success and enhancing diversity at OSU.

What You Will Need

Minimum / Required Qualifications for all ranks :

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.

Minimum / Required Qualifications for the rank of Associate Professor (tenure-track) :

What We Would Like You to Have

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Pay Method

Salary

Pay Period

1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Link to Position Description

https : / / jobs.oregonstate.edu / position_descriptions / 161033

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P08642UF

Number of Vacancies

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

09 / 16 / 2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

11 / 07 / 2024

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date

01 / 23 / 2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting has been reopened in order to expand the original applicant pool.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents :

1) A Curriculum Vitae; 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 :

Sara Schley

sara.schley@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.

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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 .