Instructor Pool 2023/2024: Chemistry
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1) A resume/CV
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A diversity statement indicating how your teaching philosophy and practices promote diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion in the classroom and broader community.
4)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.
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 OSU Standard 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.
For additional information please contact: Jeff.Gautschi@osucascades.edu
Applications will be considered throughout the 2023-2024 academic year.
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
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.
Position Details
Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the following areas: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Sciences. If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are September 16, 2023, December 16, 2023 or March 16, 2024.
The primary mission of the College of Science Program at OSU-Cascades is to provide undergraduate level education in support of a variety of majors. The curriculum encompasses most standard fields of 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. The courses serve students in degree programs.
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- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
- Retirement savings paid by the university.
- A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
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Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Sciences.
Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
5% – Participate in advising and mentoring students:
Advise students, be available for office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks.
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 OSU Standard 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.
3+ years experience in professional or consulting role specializing in applied Chemistry.
Teaching experience at the college or university level, a strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity, service to students.
Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
1) A resume/CV
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A diversity statement indicating how your teaching philosophy and practices promote diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion in the classroom and broader community.
4)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.
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 OSU Standard 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.
For additional information please contact: Jeff.Gautschi@osucascades.edu
Applications will be considered throughout the 2023-2024 academic year.
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
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.