Department Head and Professor

Department Head and Professor

Oregon State University

Department: Integrative Biology (SZO)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Job Summary:

The Department of Integrative Biology (https://ib.oregonstate.edu/) at Oregon State University invites applications for a Department Head with an accompanying appointment as a tenured Professor. The incumbent will hold two appointments, a 0.75 FTE professional faculty position, and a 0.25 FTE tenured Professor position, reflecting job duties in both the administrative and academic arenas during the academic year. In addition, the leadership responsibilities of the Department Head position continue during the summer months, which is accounted for through a separate summer appointment.

Any hiring at the rank of Professor with indefinite tenure will be subject to a successful out-of-cycle tenure review process: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffacultyaffairs.oregonstate.edu%2Fout-cycle-tenure-review-procedure&data=05%7C01%7CRobbin.Sim%40oregonstate.edu%7C318b041759674c6e52fc08da32a8e24f%7Cce6d05e13c5e4d6287a84c4a2713c113%7C0%7C0%7C637877998169557266%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hNHBQzO7hhf3pOiZ6v%2Bwfu235ZKotkgdla%2B5qAbAe1k%3D&reserved=0.

The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) is administered by the College of Science (COS ). The primary mission of IB is to provide undergraduate and graduate education and conduct basic and applied research. The nationally ranked department combines exceptional research and teaching to address critical global problems. IB faculty have expertise in marine, aquatic, and terrestrial ecology, evolution, organismal biology, disease ecology, and conservation biology, and take innovative and quantitative approaches that span molecules to ecosystems. IB seeks a colleague and Department Head with high potential for engaging in both self-initiated and collaborative research across fields. In addition to the faculty’s activities in research and service, the department has teaching responsibilities in nearly every undergraduate major at OSU , and an important role to play in enhancing student success.

The department has 26 tenured or tenure-track faculty members, 2 Professors of Practice, 1 senior research faculty, 12 Professors of Teaching, 4 instructors, 5 faculty research assistants, 11 research associates/post-docs, 12 professional faculty advisors, 2 professional faculty and 5 classified staff.

The department offers PhD and MS degrees in Integrative Biology, a BS degree in Biology and Zoology, and a fully online BS degree in Zoology. These degrees include all areas of biology ranging from molecular to ecosystem levels. The department typically has 60 graduate students. Approximately 1,900 undergraduate majors engage in many aspects of biology and zoology through a varied and customizable curriculum and intensive field, laboratory, and pre-professional experiences. The department is committed to providing equitable access to quality learning and career development at all levels. It is an integral part of the School of Life Sciences, which also includes the Departments of Biochemistry & Biophysics and Microbiology.

The Department Head is responsible for the management and leadership of the department’s research, teaching, service, and outreach functions. The Department Head is expected to provide effective academic leadership, strategic vision, and to remain active in research and teaching. An Associate Head assists with the management of the teaching mission and undergraduate programs. The Department Head will integrate, advocate and advance equity & inclusive excellence within all aspects of their work. They will continuously refine the department’s mission, vision and values to align with the mission and vision of COS and Oregon State University.

The Department Head reports to and serves at the pleasure of the College of Science Dean. The Department Head is an integral part of the College Leadership Team (CLT ), working closely with the Dean to advance the mission of the College, develop strategy, and participate in decisions impacting the department’s finances and budget.

The Department Head will collaborate with the Integrative Biology faculty and staff in leading the development and implementation of the strategic plan of the department and in connecting strategy to resources and budget to ensure the fiscal health of the department. The Department Head will provide leadership for faculty in the development of policies and programs to improve student recruitment and success and address opportunity gaps for Pell-eligible, First-Generation students, Students of Color, and students from other underrepresented communities in STEM . Specific duties are to oversee budgetary, hiring, and salary decisions, communicate the vision and mission of the department, to the College and University, set policy for the department, authorize proposal submissions for department mission, oversee completion of regular reporting required by the College and University, enhance diversity, foster collaborations across departments and colleges; engage community stakeholders (e.g., alumni) as appropriate, and help with fundraising for the department, College, and University. The Department Head proactively fosters a cohesive and collaborative environment with IB faculty and supports staff and students. For additional information, see the Department of Integrative Biology webpage athttps://ib.oregonstate.edu/.

The College of Science provides a core instructional role at OSU , supporting the ideals of learning, discovery, and engagement that are the foundation of a land-grant university. The College of Science has seven departments across the mathematical, physical and biological sciences: Biochemistry and Biophysics, Chemistry, Integrative Biology, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics and Statistics. The College supports more than 3,600 undergraduate students and 500 graduate students (including dual majors) within nine undergraduate, eight M.S. and seven Ph.D. degree programs. The College’s Strategic Plan 2022-2027 (https://science.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan-2022) aligns with the University’s strategic plan (https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan), supporting our mission to develop the next generation of leaders, mentors, educators, and culture shapers to advance scientific discovery and science literacy for addressing local, regional, and global challenges to provide solutions that improve the human condition. To support society’s scientific challenges, we are invested in discovery driven science and applied and transdisciplinary research. Our diverse research portfolio includes federally funded research centers and core facilities, and scientific expertise in signature areas of: BioHealth and biomedical sciences, Genomics and bioinformatics, Sustainable materials research, Climate, marine and coastal sciences, Quantitative, computational and data sciences, and Science education research.

Our College seeks faculty leaders committed to undergraduate and graduate student success who have evidence of the following: educating and mentoring a diverse group of learners; leadership experience in student success initiatives including those designed to improve outcomes for Students of Color, First Generation students, students from low-income backgrounds and other underrepresented communities in STEM ; and supporting faculty & staff from underrepresented communities in STEM . We envision a diverse community of science leaders driven to collaborate, innovate and discover. Through scientific discovery and solutions, accessible and equitable education, and improved science literacy, we work to improve life for the people of Oregon and beyond. The College also partners with industry and public agencies to address some of the most compelling challenges of today and tomorrow. OSU supports world-class research centers, including the Linus Pauling Institute, the Pacific Northwest Center for Translational Environmental Health Research, and the Center for Quantitative Life Sciences.

The College of Science is deeply committed to upholding the values of anti-racism, diversity, justice and equity — cornerstones of institutional and scientific excellence. Through our rich collection of people, ideas and perspectives, we engage in a healthy, constructive dialogue to learn, inform our research, and make discoveries. We work to ensure all have equitable access to succeed in science, work to dismantle systems of oppression, embed equity in everything we do and create a climate of trust, understanding and inclusion, see https://science.oregonstate.edu/diversity-plan.

Oregon State University is an international public university with the most research funding of any of the public universities in Oregon. We draw people from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. We are 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. We have 3 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, extension programs in all 36 counties, and nearly 200 degree programs. For the ninth consecutive year, Oregon State University has been recognized for the excellent quality of its online degree programs with a top 10 national ranking from U. S. News & World Reports.

OSU has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, inclusive excellence and community (https://diversity.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan). We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented communities. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community. All employees are responsible for helping to maintain and enhance OSU’s collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity and equal opportunity. All faculty are also expected to be collegial members of their units, and to perform appropriate service that contributes to the effectiveness of their departments, colleges, and the University, and of their professions.

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 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources 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 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee 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 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

Department Head (75%):

• 30% Supervise and lead the Department of Integrative Biology

• 15% Operations & Budgets

• 15% Personnel Management

• 15% College of Science Department of Integrative Biology Representative

Professor (25%):

• Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusivity (DEJI )

• Teaching, Advising, and Other Assigned Duties

• Scholarship and Creative Activity

• Service

What You Will Need

• PhD in Biology or related field.

• Tenured faculty at the Full Professor rank, or eligible for tenure at this rank in the College of Science at Oregon State University by the start date for this position.

• Demonstrated leadership in a biological field with a strong record of research within and across biological disciplines (based on publications, citations, research, grant funding, etc.), as well as a demonstrated ability in innovative education, teaching and learning, and outreach and service to the profession.

• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work and interact with diverse individuals at all levels of the university.

• Ability to develop and articulate a strategic vision effectively and transparently to all constituencies and independently make strategic decisions.

• Ability to effectively supervise employees with diverse position descriptions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise.

• Demonstrated commitment to student success initiatives including those designed to improve outcomes for Students of Color, First Generation students, students from low-income backgrounds and/or other underrepresented communities in STEM .

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion including, a commitment to educational equity and to advancing the participation of diverse groups in science, and commitment to proactively fostering a cohesive and collaborative environment with diverse stakeholders.

• Demonstrated excellence in scholarly research in a biological field as evidenced by high quality peer-reviewed publications in top tier Biology or related journals, citations, external grant funding, national and international awards among others.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching in Biology and a commitment to student success that benefits the graduate and undergraduate programs of the Department of Integrative Biology in the College of Science.

• Demonstrated ability in mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students.

• Demonstrated ability to provide service to the profession.

• Tolerance for diverse ideas including those different from one’s own and a commitment to free and objective inquiry based on a culture of evidence and critique.

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.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Demonstrated excellent administrative ability, including in budget, financial strategic planning, personnel management, and in fundraising.

• An outstanding record of accomplishment in higher education or other professional endeavors involving leadership experience in student success initiatives, including those designed to improve outcomes for Students of Color, First Generation, students from low-income backgrounds, and/or other underrepresented communities in STEM .

• Experience working with and advocating for Students of Color, First Generation, students from low-income backgrounds and/or other underrepresented communities in STEM . Experience supporting faculty & staff from underrepresented communities in STEM .

• Proven success in developing creative and effective methods in building strong research programs and in ensuring broader impacts of research, can include transdisciplinary research efforts.

• Experience developing, delivering, or administering online educational programs.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 7, 2025. 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 (no page limit); and

2) A cover letter (no page limit) addressing the following:

• Your vision for the Department of Integrative Biology Head position in the context of the mission of the department and the https://science.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan-2022.

• Your vision, as Department Head of Integrative Biology, for inclusive excellence in research, education and learning, and outreach, service and engagement.

• How your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position by addressing how you meet minimum and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job posting at Oregon State University Jobs.

• We encourage you to include your thoughts on inclusivity, civil discourse, and open-mindedness for diverse ideas within the academy, including those different from your own.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least five professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Anne Dunn, anne.dunn@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.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6040386

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