Assistant Professor of Teaching: Film

Department Sch of Wrtg Lit & Film (CLA) Position Title Assistant Professor (Teaching) Job Title Assistant Professor of Teaching: Film Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary

The School of Writing, Literature, and Film invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term, Assistant Professor of Teaching position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head.

Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, a higher rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position consists of teaching (70%), research (20%), and service (10%). The teaching load is seven courses over three quarters annually (fall, winter, and spring terms), and entails lower- and upper-division undergraduate courses, including general education courses, and/or graduate seminars. Mentoring of students, including advising of theses, is expected at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Service includes committee-work for the School, College, and University.

Oregon State University is committed to ensuring a collaborative and inclusive community. Faculty and staff in SWLF are responsible for building a curriculum, work environment, academic discipline, and campus climate sensitive to the intersections of gender, race, class, sexual identity, age, ability, and other institutionalized systems of inequity and privilege. Individual contributions in these areas may be measured, in any given year, by annually reported activities in teaching, research, service, and/or outreach.

All candidates must have a strong record of teaching and a Ph.D. in Literature or closely related field by time of appointment. Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at the OSU School of Writing, Literature, and Film website: https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/wlf.

Oregon State University is a public R1 land-grant institution committed to public outreach and engagement and motivated by diversity, inclusion, and social justice. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to these core values.

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

70% Instruction: Teach a total of seven undergraduate and graduate courses annually in areas of specialization and in alignment with School needs, both in-person and online; advise students to achieve academic success and direct theses; contribute to curriculum development and programmatic growth.

20% Research: Maintain a strong record of scholarly/creative work; deliver presentations at regional/national/international conferences; publish peer-reviewed research in reputable venues.

10% Service: Provide service to the School, College, University, and profession; engage in outreach efforts to local, regional, and international communities.

Diversity, Inclusivity, and Community: Oregon State University is committed to ensuring a collaborative and inclusive community. Faculty and staff in SWLF are responsible for building a curriculum, work environment, academic discipline, and campus climate sensitive to the intersections of gender, race, class, sexual identity, age, ability, and other institutionalized systems of inequity and privilege. Individual contributions in these areas may be measured, in any given year, by annually reported activities in teaching, research, service, and/or outreach.

What You Will Need

• Ph.D. in Film, Media Studies, or closely related field
• Evident commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity

What We Would Like You to Have

• Evidence of successful college-level teaching and mentoring
• Experience with curricular innovation, design, and development
• Demonstrated record of or potential for significant research and publication

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

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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/160253

Posting Number P08536UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 10/03/2024 Full Consideration Date 11/18/2024 Closing Date 12/02/2024 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 11/18/2024. 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

2) A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

3) A Statement of Research

4) A Statement of Teaching

5) A Writing Sample (upload as Other Document 1)

Letters of Reference will be requested of finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three 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:

Jon Lewis

[email protected]

541-737-1647

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.

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