Position Details
Position Information
| Department | Sch of Psychological Sci (CLA) |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Assistant Professor |
| Job Title | Assistant/Associate/Full Professor |
| Appointment Type | Academic Faculty |
| Job Location | Corvallis |
| Benefits Eligible | Full-Time, benefits eligible |
| Remote or Hybrid option? | |
| Job Summary | The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure-track (annual), Assistant Professor position. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted 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.The School of Psychological Science resides in the College of Liberal Arts. The primary mission of the School is undergraduate and graduate education and research. The School offers BA and BS degrees, an undergraduate minor, and a Ph.D. in Psychology.This position is part of a multi-disciplinary investment in the College to strengthen capacity for large-scale, interdisciplinary, cutting-edge research in emerging media and technology through tenure line hires. Consistent with OSU’s new Strategic Plan, this line is one of two current tenure-line searches in addition to two previous successful searches that support building transdisciplinary teams in areas of strategic focus and turning our foundational strengths into accelerated applications with far-reaching, lasting public value. We welcome new colleagues who can help define big discoveries that drive big solutions, in areas such as but not limited to engineering psychology, human factors, human-computer interaction, training, VR/AR, and/or wearable devices)In the School of Psychological Science, we recognize the social barriers that have systematically marginalized and excluded people based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual identity, socioeconomic background, age, disability, national origin, religion, being members of first nations or other indigenous communities, and other identities. We are committed to the equity of opportunities and strive to promote and advance diverse communities through our scholarship, teaching, and service. We value and proactively seek participation from members of these under-represented and under-served groups and recognize them as essential members of a rich academic and cultural environment.Additionally, our School prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion goals so that we may more effectively teach, advise, and mentor a diverse student body, and enhance the scope and impact of our health-related research and curricula. Therefore, candidates should describe demonstrable skills, experience, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the research and teaching statement portions of their application. |
| 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/aboutLocations: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: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. • Retirement savings paid by the university. • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. • Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.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 | 45% ResearchResponsibilities include carrying out an active program of research in area of specialization leading to the production of scholarship in the form of books, monographs, articles in refereed journals, and other similar scholarly productions.Sustain a record of scholarly achievement that is of a high standard. Research may be conducted solo or in collaboration with colleagues.45% Teaching, Advising, and MentoringTeach 4 classes each academic year (0.09 FTE x 4 classes = .36 FTE). Duties include face-to-face classroom, hybrid, Ecampus, and Honors teaching, communicating with students (through office hours, email, phone calls, discussion boards, etc.) and course development. Teaching obligations belong to the appointment period, not only to the scheduled dates of the class sessions, and may include such tasks, before and after the final date of the course, as: developing course curricular proposals; preparing and revising courses; participating in periodic reviews (e.g., as required by faculty senate for baccalaureate core courses); responding to grade complaints; responding to requests from students for letters of recommendation; grading work and processing paperwork for students with incomplete contracts; and similar post-term activities. Advising and mentoring includes graduate and undergraduate advising and mentoring on programs of study, thesis projects, independent studies, career preparation and opportunities, graduate or professional school applications, and the like. As appropriate, faculty serve as the employment supervisor for GTAs and/or contribute to evaluations of GTAs, tasks which are considered as part of this section.Mentoring Psychological Science PhD students (.09 FTE) at a sustained, high level, to include managing a research lab capable of producing fundable research and career-ready PhD graduates; training PhD students to complete non-thesis research projects including First Year Project, co-authoring journal publications with PhD students; co-authoring and co-presenting conference publications with PhD students; writing and submitting grants to support PhD students and advising PhD students in writing grants and fellowships; writing, conducting, and grading preliminary written and oral exams; and mentoring students through the dissertation. Includes regular lab group and 1:1 meetings with PhD students, typically through PSY 501/601 courses, and colloquia.10% ServiceDuties include service to the School, College, and University in the form of committee work; participating in program reviews and assessment; reviewing colleagues’ courses as required for promotion and tenure; and attendance at appropriate School, College, and University meetings and events (e.g., faculty meetings, SPS retreat, CLA Day, Psychology Graduation Celebration).Providing service to the broader professional community, through attendance and presentations at meetings; manuscript, grant, and award reviewing; journal editing; and leadership activities in professional and scientific organizations is also an important part of the position.Oregon State University is committed to maintaining and enhancing its collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity and equal opportunity. All faculty members are responsible for helping to ensure that these goals are achieved, in the context these duties. Such contributions can be part of teaching, advising, research, or service. |
| What You Will Need | Required Qualifications for All Ranks:Ph.D. in any area of psychology by the start date.Research specialty in emerging technology (e.g., engineering psychology, human factors, human-computer interaction, training, AR/VR, wearable devices.Experience in undergraduate teaching online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face undergraduate or teaching-related professional development psychology courses.Demonstrable experience with and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research, teaching, and/or service.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.For appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor :Evidence of an active and productive research program in emerging media and/or technologies commensurate with expectations of a tenure track assistant professor in the School of Psychological Science at OSUFor appointment at the rank of Associate Professor:Evidence of an active and productive research program in emerging media and/or technologies commensurate with expectations of a tenure track associate professor in the School of Psychological Science at OSU.For appointment at the rank of Full Professor:Evidence of an active and productive research program in emerging media and/or technologies commensurate with expectations of a tenure track full professor in the School of Psychological Science at OSU. |
| What We Would Like You to Have | Record of externally funded researchRecord of successful psychology and/or interdisciplinary undergraduate teachingRecord of successful interdisciplinary collaborative researchDemonstrated effectiveness in developing online and/or face-to-face classesDemonstrate effectiveness in inclusive mentoringEducation and/or experience required to teach graduate Social PsychologyEducation and/or experience required to teach graduate Psychometrics |
| Working Conditions / Work Schedule | Typical office conditions. |
| 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/161072 |