Instructor/ Senior Instructor

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To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by February 26, 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) A Curriculum VItae; and 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.
For additional information please contact: Neilann Horner neilann.
horner@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.
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Position Details Position Information Department School of Public Health (HHS) Position Title Instructor Job Title Instructor/ Senior Instructor Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The School of Public Health and Nutrition in the College of Health at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time (1.
00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term, Instructor/Senior Instructor position.
Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head as appropriate.
Appointment at the Instructor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position supports undergraduate and graduate training and instruction in the College of Health, School of Public Health and Nutrition, in the Nutrition Program.
The Nutrition undergraduate program includes two nationally accredited (ACEND) programs: a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and Dietetic Internship (DI).
Additional program options within the Nutrition Program include Nutrition and Foodservice, Culinary, and Food Systems (NFCFS) and Nutrition and Health Sciences (NHS).
Our Graduate programs include a doctoral program (PhD) and a master’s of science (MS) in nutrition with an additional track in professional dietetics (MS-PD).
This position requires teaching primarily in the fields of food service systems, management of food and nutrition programs, quantity food production, connections between food and health, food systems, food science and cultural foods.
This position will also oversee the management of the foods laboratories, serve as the liaison with Linn Benton Community College (LBCC) in the OSU/LBCC shared Nutrition in Foodservice degree, Culinary track, and contribute to the mission of the Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health.
This highly collaborative position will work within all aligned OSU and community programs and will have a critical role in fulfillment of program accreditation requirements and the preparation of undergraduate and graduate students for careers in food and nutrition.
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 75% – Teaching and Advising: Teach food and nutrition courses to undergraduate and graduate students.
Teaching at OSU may entail delivery of courses through OSU’s nationally renowned Extended Campus (Ecampus) program as well as through traditional in-seat delivery.
Develop course proposals, course content, and syllabi for new classes.
In collaboration with faculty in the College of Health, collaborate in ongoing efforts related to student success that supports the goals of the unit and college.
May serve as committee member for graduate students.
May collaborate with partners at OSU, OSU Extension, and community-based programs to develop service-based and experiential learning opportunities for students.
15% – Coordination Serve as the Coordinator for the Nutrition and Foodservice, Culinary, and Food Systems degree option (NFCFS), with two tracks: Foodservice/Culinary and Food Systems.
Serve as liaison with Linn Benton Community College (LBCC) in the OSU/LBCC shared Nutrition and Foodservice degree, Culinary track.
Manage foods laboratories and activities relative to undergraduate instruction in the food labs, including supervising GTAs and a student worker, managing budgets for laboratory purchases, reporting expenditures to the School Head, managing inventory of foods lab storeroom, ensuring regular maintenance of foods lab equipment, auditing and maintaining cleanliness standards, and coordinating/communicating with the Moore Family Center for scheduling use of the lab spaces.
Contribute to the mission of the Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health by fostering student success in the area of foods and nutrition.
Perform ongoing program evaluation and needs assessment activities in order to refine program strengths and address weaknesses.
10% – Service: Participate actively as a member of the university community and one’s professional community including administrative committees, search committees, and university governance activities.
Provide service to the School, College, and University in the form of participation in faculty meetings and appropriate school and college committees and providing service to the profession.
What You Will Need Required Qualifications for Ranks of Instructor and Senior Instructor I: Master’s degree in Nutrition, Foodservice, Food Science, Hospitality Management, or closely related discipline or will meet degree requirement by start date.
At least 2 years work experience in culinary, foods/food service management, food science, or nutrition/dietetics A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
Ability to work on-campus as this position cannot be performed remotely.
The ability to travel, as needed, to various locations, including food laboratory locations, is required, though anticipated to be infrequent (<5%).
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 Qualifications for the Rank of Senior Instructor I: Sustained record of exceptional teaching, advising and service, at the college- or university level, as evidenced by student evaluations of teaching.
Experience in course development.
What We Would Like You to Have Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential or RDN-eligibility.
PhD in Nutrition, Foodservice, Food Science, Hospitality Management, or closely related discipline Teaching experience in a university or community college.
Work experience in culinary or foods/foodservice management Experience with supervision of employees or students.
Experience with curricular development at the university level.
Experience with online course development or delivery.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position requires work in kitchen laboratories in the delivery of instruction, including purchase and transport of kitchen supplies.
Ability to work on-campus as this position cannot be performed remotely.
The ability to travel, as needed, to various locations, including food laboratory locations, is 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 education, skills, and experience.
Link to Position Description https://jobs.
oregonstate.
edu/position_descriptions/148384 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P07679UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 01/11/2024 Full Consideration Date 02/26/2024 Closing Date 03/11/2024 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 February 26, 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) A Curriculum VItae; and 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.
For additional information please contact: Neilann Horner neilann.
horner@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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