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Department Ag OR IPM Center (Ag) (AIP)

Position Title Professor (Practice)

Job Title Professor of Practice: Climatologist / Ecologist

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Oregon IPM Center invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, fixed-term Professor of Practice Climatologist / Ecologist position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director as appropriate.

The Oregon IPM Center is looking to recruit a Professor of Practice inClimate-Smart Precision Pest Ecologywith strengths in novel approaches to integrated pest management within a broader agroecological context, integrating climate change, ecosystem services, and pest management. Candidates with interests and experience in applied research emphasizing novel plant protection strategies drawn from applying modern geospatial techniques from field- to landscape scales to improve understanding of pest ecology are particularly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will use data-driven techniques and approaches integrating field, climate/weather, and landscape data to develop “precision” pest management within an agroecology context.

The position is committed to research, outreach, and professional and university service as appropriate to the faculty rank. This position will help maintain strong interactions among the Oregon IPM Center’s basic and applied research missions and complement existing programs in the College of Agriculture.

An essential aspect of this integrated and interdisciplinary position is that relevant and applicable information generated from basic and applied research is promptly delivered to respective constituents.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or a related field with expertise in integrated pest management, precision agriculture, pest ecology, and modeling.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience and scholarly credentials, including publications in peer-reviewed journals, success in attracting extramural funding, evidence of extension and/or outreach activities, and evidence of communication. Candidates must also firmly commit to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice.

This position supports the development of science-based, ecologically informed models that can help agricultural decision-makers manage and monitor pests, including invasive species, their hosts, and their natural enemies.

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

80% Research and Development

Conduct applied research activities and demonstration projects to develop models to forecast the phenology and effect of climate on target species, validate model forecasts, design web apps, and collect, analyze, and interpret original research data that emphasize multi-tactic practices, management and novel technologies.

+ Collaboration is expected with colleagues in other disciplines, such as entomology, weed science, plat pathology, and related disciplines, including professional colleagues, industry members, and field representatives.

+ Evaluate and document the impacts of programs and communicate the results to scientific and non-scientific audiences.

+ Provide educational opportunities using peer-reviewed publications, professional meetings, scientific and commodity group presentations, extension events and electronic communication (i.e., web sites, publications, video conferencing and other online methods).

+ Supervise Faculty Research Assistants, Postdocs, Bioscience Research Technicians, Graduate Students, etc. to expand staff capacity within the program, serve broader needs, and reach more people.

+ Individually and as part of teams, secure outside grants, and contracts and/or service fees to support and enhance applied research programs and service activities. The faculty member will be expected to meet all reporting requirements of the funding sources, department, college, and university.

+ Keep abreast of, and interpret scientific, technological and industry developments and trends at state, regional, national, and international levels.

15% Scholarship and Creative Activities.

See section V of the OSU faculty P&T handbook:https://facultyaffairs.oregonstate.edu/faculty-handbook/promotion-and-tenure-guidelines#Practice

+ Discover new knowledge and develop creative solutions and applications for problems related to aspects of phenology and effect of climate on target species, model forecasts, design web apps, and collect, analyze, and interpret original research data emphasizing multi-tactic practices, management, and novel technologies.

+ Research discoveries should be communicated to the scientific community, Extension audiences, and practitioners using innovative and contemporary tools in both oral and written venues. Communication includes refereed journal articles, Extension publications, presentations to state, regional, and national professional groups, other outlets as appropriate.

+ Scholarly and creative work is intellectual work whose significance is validated by peers, and that is communicated. Emphasis in scholarship should be placed on outcomes that recognize activities as a professional practitioner as defined by the incumbent’s position description.

+ To achieve promotion, a scholarship for this position must include peer-reviewed materials that are durable and findable in the web environment. These are typically of the two types shown below but as our communication worlds change, other types of scholarship may fit these durability and findable criteria:

+ Publications in peer‐reviewed journals, which might encompass description and evaluation of novel community‐based professional practice or research application, program development and innovation, outcomes of innovative programs and/or services, definitive professional practice reviews, or case reports.

+ Authorship of extension publications, local or regional “practice” publications, book chapters, other educational materials, and electronic information delivery media if they must be peer-reviewed before dissemination or if there is evidence of their adoption and use by peers.

+ Invited presentations, poster, and podium presentations, and published abstracts and/or proceedings at state, regional, and national levels, provided that evidence of peer validation is provided.

+ Documented impact due to local or regional adoption of improved practices, methods, or programs.

+ Secured competitive grants and contracts appropriate for the scope and focus of the faculty member’s position.

+ Named inventor of protected intellectual property in the faculty member’s field.

+ Awards recognizing community, professional and/or scientific achievements

+ Fellowships in national professional and/or scientific organizations

+ Requests to serve as a technical advisor to government agencies, industry, or professional groups

Best practice is to ensure an inclusive scholarship:

+ Including diverse perspectives on the research team, particularly among co-principal investigators.

+ Address broadening participation in grant proposals.

+ Increasing the diversity of students who serve as research assistants

5% Service

+ Serve as a liaison to area organizations that serve the position’s target audiences.

+ Participate in center, departmental, and faculty meetings and committees that are consistent with the duties of this position. There is an expectation to balance service at multiple levels within the institution with service to the profession (e.g., professional societies).

+ Develop and maintain year-round public relations connections to relevant groups (e.g., Climate Smart and others).

+ Participate in professional development opportunities, including in-service training, international volunteer technical consultancies, and active involvement in professional domestic and international societies and associations as appropriate.

+ Contribute to a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.

+ Provide mentorship for newer faculty and students where applicable.

+ Participate in appropriate professional and scientific organizations specific to the position discipline.

+ Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations depending on the discipline.

What You Will Need

A Master’s in ecology, climatology, or a field closely related to the position’s duties.

Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research, including data and statistical analysis, ecological modeling, and programming in R and Linux.

Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, interpret, and present data and research ideas in R, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and other relevant software.

Demonstrated ability to write grant proposals and publish papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Strong drive to learn and think creatively.

Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and have strong interpersonal and task management skills.

Must champion justice, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Able to get a pesticide license within 6 months of employment.

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.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

A Ph.D. in ecology, climatology, or a field closely related to the position’s duties.

Strong quantitative and analytical skills in integrated pest management, statistics, geographic information systems, and computer science.

Experience developing web apps in R using Shiny and other innovative tools.

Team player.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Office environment with no physical requirements. Standard weekday hours.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

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 $80,000-$90,000

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/168455

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09180UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/01/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 06/06/2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 07/06/2025

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

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:

Silvia Rondon

[email protected]

(541) 737-2469

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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 [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/169478

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.