Position Details Position Information Department College of Education (KED) Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor (Teaching): Special Education Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Various Locations Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Job Summary The College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, fixed-term, Assistant or Associate Professor of Teaching: Special Education position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Dean. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, higher rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate. This position will assist us in establishing a newly developed online master’s degree in special education, an online graduate certificate in special education, as well as an undergraduate focus area. These programs include an emphasis on inclusive practices and asset- and growth-based approaches, rather than rehabilitation-based approaches. We seek a colleague with scholarly and teaching expertise in at least one of the following areas: high incidence disabilities, literacy, mathematics, assessment, and practicum courses with an emphasis on issues of UDL and inclusive practices, multilingualism, equity, and/or social justice. The assistant or associate professor of teaching (non-tenure-track) will hold an academic appointment of 70% teaching, 20% research, and 10% service. Within their home department of Educational Practice and Research, the incumbent will provide expertise in undergraduate and graduate teaching in special education along with a record of applied or engaged scholarship commensurate to their rank of assistant or associate professor. Experience with and dedication to online teaching excellence is required. Additionally, the incumbent will collaborate with K-12 and university faculty in implementing a standards and outcome-based special education program. This position, along with all positions within the College of Education, is directly responsible to advance and develop our inclusive community of scholars, educators, and change agents. We are deeply engaged with equity and anti-racism work in our research, teaching, and service. The College is fully committed to serving the needs of our Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in our communities. For more information about the College of Education, please visithttp://education.oregonstate.edu The College of Education respects and celebrates the many life commitments of our employees. Learn more about OSU’s resources for work life, families, and partners at hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life. 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 70% Teaching and Advising:Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and advising/mentoring graduate students as appropriate in their scholastic academic, research, and professional development. Align pedagogy with principles and practices identified in the OSU Quality Teaching Framework (https://ctl.prod.acquia.cws.oregonstate.edu/qt-framework) and be evaluated in part based on the ability to accomplish equitable learning outcomes. 20% Research: Conducting and publishing applied or engaged research using equitable and inclusive practices in peer-reviewed outlets recognized as relevant to research conducted and demonstrative that the scholarship has (inter)national distinction with a focus on social justice, equity, and inclusion. Writing and submitting grant proposals for external funding is expected. 10% Service:Providing active service to degree program, college, and university as well as through relevant professional associations. The incumbent is expected to be responsive to and contribute to OSU initiatives for promoting student success and enhancing diversity at OSU . What You Will Need + Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Special Education or a related discipline. + Significant record of or demonstrated potential for engaged or applied scholarship, including production of independent and collaborative scholarship and grant writing efforts. + Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills. + Research program and/or teaching experience in special education. + Experience with online teaching modalities and demonstrated experience with online student engagement. + Evidence of successful experiences supporting children and youth with disabilities and their families. + K-12 teaching experience including special education settings. + Evidence of successfully integrating social justice principles in teaching practices at the postsecondary level, including evidence of meeting needs of learners from underrepresented backgrounds. 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. Minimum/Required Qualifications for the rank of Associate Professor (Teaching): + Distinction and sustained effectiveness in teaching, advising, service and other assigned duties, curricular development, awards and recognition; + Distinction in scholarship, as evidenced in wide recognition and significant contributions to the field or profession; + Exemplary institutional and professional service. What We Would Like You to Have + Evidence of effectively mentoring, advising, and teaching a diverse student body. + Evidence of supervising student teachers. + Evidence of success in grant writing and securing external funding. Working Conditions / Work Schedule 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/161031 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08640UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 11/07/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 01/23/2025 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants This posting has been reopened in order to expand the original applicant pool. 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. 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: Sara Schley sara.schley@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/163761 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.