Instructor Pool - 2024/2025: Civil and Construction Engineering

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Instructor Pool - 2024/2025: Civil and Construction Engineering

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

1. A Curriculum Vitae
2. A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3. A Statement of Teaching

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. Applications will be considered throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, as needed.

For additional information please contact:
Kathy Westberg
[e-mail]
541-737-4934

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.

Position Information

Department: Sch of Civil/Constr Engr (ECC)

Position Title: Instructor

Job Title: Instructor Pool - 2024/2025: Civil and Construction Engineering

Appointment Type: Academic Faculty

Job Location:

Benefits Eligible:

Remote or Hybrid option? Yes

Job Summary:

The School of Civil and Construction Engineering invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2024-2025 academic year. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head. Salary is competitive and will be negotiated with the School Head. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the School Head. In addition to on-campus teaching, the Instructor may teach online courses through the University’s innovative and high-ranking E-campus.

The School of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University comprises over 57 academic undergraduate and graduate students. The School offers undergraduate degrees in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Management, and Architectural Engineering.

The OSU College of Engineering is committed to being recognized as a national model of inclusivity and collaboration. We strive to develop a community of faculty, students, and staff that is inclusive, collaborative, diverse, and centered on student success. As such, we seek applicants who will broaden our capacity to advance student success across individual identities, racial/ethnic categories, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

95% Teaching

• Teach courses in areas of specialization that include: architectural engineering, construction engineering management, engineering education, geomatics engineering, geotechnical engineering, infrastructure materials engineering, ocean and coastal engineering, structural engineering, surveying, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, statics, and information technology (Excel, VBA, and Matlab); computer-aided drafting (Autodesk, AutoCAD, and Revit); or application of engineering software (Land Development Desktop, Civil 3-D). Instructor may assist development of course materials and inform overall curriculum design.
• Responsibilities include equipping students with the required skill set, facilitating in-person and online classroom discussions, assessing student performance, preparing students to be successful leaders in their chosen profession, and creating an inclusive classroom (e.g., mentoring and supporting students from diverse backgrounds, fostering affirming classroom interactions across difference, and challenging structural/cultural barriers that limit movement towards social equity in engineering education and practice).

5% Supervision

• Instructors provide leadership, supervision, and direction for undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants.

What You Will Need:

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Demonstrable interest in teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to work within an established course/curriculum structure.
• Proficiency in communicating technical information in written and spoken English.
• Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

What We Would Like You to Have:

• PhD in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in teaching lab-based courses at the college or university level.
• Experience with remote and online teaching.
• Experience with course management tools such as Canvas.
• Experience developing instructional materials for online or hybrid courses.
• Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate assistants.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule:

Working conditions vary depending upon courses assigned.

Pay Method:

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.

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search: Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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

1. A Curriculum Vitae
2. A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3. A Statement of Teaching

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. Applications will be considered throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, as needed.

For additional information please contact:
Kathy Westberg
[e-mail]
541-737-4934

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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching

Optional Documents

• VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

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