Oregon State University

Department Sch of Mech/Ind/Mfg Engr (EMM) Position Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Practice) Job Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Practice) Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary

The School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Practice) position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head.

As an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor of Practice in the College of Engineering, the responsibilities of this position consist of teaching undergraduate/ graduate courses related to aerospace engineering; developing and creating relationships with industry and university partners that support careers and internships in aerospace engineering and aerospace capstone projects including those that involve student competitions; advising and coaching aerospace-related students clubs and undergraduate and graduate students; serving on departmental, college, and University committees; and providing professional and community service.

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:

• 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.

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

65% Partnerships/Outreach:

• Build and maintain strategic external partnerships with industry and other university partner institutions to support teaching and research in aerospace engineering.
• Cultivate, develop, and oversee partnerships with companies that support with aerospace internships and careers and aerospace capstone projects.
• Oversee students in their outreach to industry and other university partner institutions.
• Attend at least 2 student aerospace-related competitions per calendar year to maintain understanding and develop relationships with other university advisors and relevant industry leaders.
• Advise and coach aerospace-related students clubs including but not limited to AIAA clubs.
• Work with the OSU Foundation to raise funding for aerospace engineering when appropriate.

25% Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Develop and update courses and teach up to two courses per academic year in the school’s aerospace engineering curriculum.
• Conduct student assessments, including proper documentation to support ABET accreditation.
• Participate as a member of M.S., and Honors committees. May participate as a member of Ph.D. committees if position incumbent possesses a Ph.D.
• Advise students on projects; hold office hours; and mentor and advise students on professional aspects of the field.

10% – Scholarship and Creative Activity:

• Participate in and present scholarship regarding aerospace engineering in professional and academic meetings and conferences.
• Understand emerging trends in aerospace education and experiential education, through participation in internal (OSU) and external conferences, workshops, and similar training opportunities.

What You Will Need

Minimum/Required Qualifications for All Ranks (Assistant Professor (Practice), Associate Professor (Practice), or Professor (Practice)):

• Master of Science degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant field prior to the position start date.
• Demonstrated ability or significant potential for excellence in teaching.
• Scholarly or professional background in aerospace engineering.
• Proven oral and written communication skills.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion.

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.

Additional Minimum/Required Qualifications at rank of Associate Professor (Practice):

• Demonstrable curricular or pedagogical innovation in engineering education or technological or practice innovation in the aerospace industry.
• Experience leading curriculum development in a collaborative manner with other instructors or experience leading a professional engineering team in the aerospace industry.
• Scholarly activity in fields related to aerospace engineering or mid-level managerial experience in the aerospace industry.
• National/international record of achievement in research, instruction, and/or professional service activities commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor.
• For candidates seeking to be hired at a rank other than Assistant Professor, they 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.

Additional Minimum/Required Qualifications at rank of Professor (Practice):

• Distinction in research or scholarly activities in aerospace engineering or professional activities in the aerospace industry.
• Experience leading and growing an aerospace engineering program in higher education or senior managerial experience in the aerospace industry
• National/international record of scholarly achievement in research, instruction and/or professional service activities commensurate with the rank of Professor.
• For candidates seeking to be hired at a rank other than Assistant Professor, they 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.

What We Would Like You to Have

Preferred Qualifications for All Ranks:

• PhD in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant field prior to the position start date.
• Experience teaching aerospace engineering courses
• Experience in assessing ABET outcomes
• Experience advising AIAA clubs

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position is located onsite in Corvallis, OR. Occasional evening and weekend work or travel may be required.

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/152019

Posting Number P07908UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 03/21/2024 Full Consideration Date 05/03/2024 Closing Date 12/20/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 05/03/2024 . 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. Cover Letter: Describe how your experience and skills address the qualifications for this role.
2. Teaching statement: Describe your past, current, and future teaching experience. If you have not taught formal courses, please focus on equivalent experiences such as teaching technical workshops or technical mentorship of junior engineers. List the aerospace engineering courses at OSU you could teach and describe new courses you would like to teach.
3. Research statement: Describe your past, current, and planned future research and development projects and why they would be interesting to the aerospace engineering program at Oregon State University.
4. Diversity statement: Describe your past experience and activities, and future plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in pursuit of OSU’s Diversity Action Plan. If you have not had an opportunity to participate in these activities, please focus on potential future plans.

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:

Joseph Piacenza

joseph.piacenza@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.

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.

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