Position Details Position Information Department Earth, Ocean & Atmo Sci (OAS) Position Title Assistant Professor Job Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor: Marine Geologist (Sea Floor Sediments) Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, tenure-track/tenured Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor: Marine Geologist (Sea Floor Sediments) position (depending on qualifications). 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. This position is 1.0 FTE which includes 0.4 FTE university support and an expectation that the candidate raise 0.6 FTE of money through grants. Of that 0.6 FTE , 0.25 FTE is expected to be provided through the MARSSAM co-directorship such that 0.35 FTE will need to be provided from other grants. This position in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences ( CEOAS ) will complement and expand current expertise related to marine geology and specifically marine sediments. This position will serve in a leading role as a co-director of the Marine Rock and Sediment Sampling Group ( MARSSAM ;https://marssam.ceoas.oregonstate.edu/), an NSF -supported facility housed at OSU which comprises a team of approximately six seagoing and shore-based professionals. MARSSAM assists US scientists with planning and conducting seafloor coring and dredging expeditions, maintains and provides sampling equipment, sails technicians and ensure science goals are met or exceeded. As a co-director, this position will be expected to lead and advance US coring operations on US Academic Research Fleet vessels. The incumbent will demonstrate capabilities and/or high potential for research and teaching excellence that will inspire the next generation of marine geoscience students and early career researchers. This includes 1) creatively contributing to teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in subjects related to geological oceanography; 2) building an international reputation in research as well as a strong externally funded research program; 3) supervising graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, providing mentorship and guidance in their academic and professional development; and 4) contributing to on-going college- and university-wide efforts to improve diversity, equity and inclusion (https://ceoas.oregonstate.edu/dei). Oregon State University ( OSU ) and the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences are committed to maintaining and enhancing its collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity, and equal opportunity. All OSU faculty members are responsible for helping to ensure that these goals are achieved. CEOAS faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion across all their duties, including efforts promoting equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups. 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 •7cultural resource centers (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 acomprehensive benefits package (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 theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU . Key Responsibilities 50% – Research/Scholarship 25% – Research Management 15% – Teaching/Advising 10% – Service What You Will Need + Ph.D. or equivalent degree in oceanography, geology, earth sciences, geophysics, or a related field by the start of employment. + Experience conducting offshore sediment coring or related expeditions (e.g., drilling operations, borehole measurements) + Demonstrated excellence in research + Ability to develop an externally funded research program + Record of publication in peer-reviewed journals of original research related to seafloor marine sediments. + Commitment to excellence in teaching + Expertise required to teach courses such as Sedimentary Processes in Ocean Basins (graduate level), Paleoceanography (undergraduate or graduate-level), Geological Oceanography (undergraduate level), and/or similar electives + A commitment to educational equity in a multicultural setting and to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives. + Proficiency in oral and written English. 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 individuals seeking the rank of Associate or Full Professor: + Candidate should meet the OSU teaching, advising, research and service criteria for appointment at the desired ranks (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 + Experience leading seagoing sediment piston coring expeditions. + Experience serving as chief scientist on seagoing research cruises. + Record of significant external funding of research. + Record of significant research publication productivity. + Experience supervising research staff. + Experience working with geological sample repositories. + Experience teaching Earth Science courses at the undergraduate or graduate level. + Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position may require the ability to work in laboratory environments, field environments, and at sea on research vessels for day trips or extended periods, dependent on research needs. Field environments and at-sea work may require working in rough terrain, inclement weather, and/or strenuous environments and conditions. The ability to lift/carry/ push/pull objects weighing 25 pounds is required. Travel is required as needed to advance research programs. 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/164677 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08847UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/01/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 02/11/2025 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 03/11/2025 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 resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. 3) Statement of Research 4) Statement of Teaching 5) Publications Letters of Reference will be requested of finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for (state #) referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf. For additional information please contact: Emily Eidam at Emily.Eidam@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 ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/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 atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental Questions Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/164901 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.