What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor Pool - 2024/2025: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology position at Oregon State University?
Position Details
Position Information
Department
Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
Position Title
Instructor
Job Title
Instructor Pool - 2024 / 2025 : Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Appointment Type
Academic Faculty
Job Location
Bend
Benefits Eligible
Dependent : Hours Worked / Duration
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full or part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term by term basis for the 2024-2025 academic year. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs.This position is located in Bend, Oregon.
Appointment at the Instructor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.
The intention of this pool is to collect applications for current or future opportunities and does not necessarily imply a position is available at this time.
Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the following area(s) : Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are September 16, 2024, December 16, 2024 or March 16, 2025.
The primary mission of the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program is to provide undergraduate level education experience throughout a broad approach to the discipline. This position is designed to foster critical thinking, advance student's knowledge and skills through the teaching of various discipline / courses. The incumbent(s) are expected to provide an intellectual foundation for students concerning the discipline and assess their attainment of designated learning outcomes.
OSU-Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon is a branch campus of Oregon State University. Established in 2001, the university currently enrolls more than 1,100 students in bachelor's and master's degree programs. The campus expanded to a fouryear university in 2015, and opened its new campus in 2016. OSU-Cascades is engaged in building a culturally diverse and community-centric educational environment.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
- Top 1.4% university in the world
- More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
- 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
- 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
- 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
- 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
- 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
- 217k alumni worldwide
- For more interesting facts about OSU visit : https : / / oregonstate.edu / about
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 :
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Need
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.
What We Would Like You to Have
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Work schedule may vary depending upon student needs and engagement in campus and / or program activities
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 / 161737
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P08652UF
Number of Vacancies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
12 / 15 / 2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
11 / 13 / 2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
06 / 15 / 2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be reviewed and considered as opportunities arise throughout the 2024 / 2025 academic year. 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 :
Kristina Smith,
Kristina.Smith@osucascades.edu
541) 322-3135
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.
The minimum starting salary for this rank is $43,002.
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 .
Salary : $43,002
