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Department Sch of Chem/Bio/Envr Eng (ECB)

Position Title Instructor/Coordinator-Academic Program

Job Title Instructor and Ecampus Lab Coordinator for Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The School of Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering invites applications for an Instructor and Ecampus Lab Coordinator position. The incumbent will hold two appointments, a 0.35 FTE , fixed term, 12-month Instructor position, with reappointment at the discretion of the School Head, and a 0..65 FTE , ECampus Lab Coordinator, a 12-month, professional faculty position, reflecting duties in both academic and administrative areas.

The School of Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering ( CBEE ) provides formal education to undergraduate and graduate students, conducts public service activities, and performs sponsored and unsponsored research for the benefit of various entities, including the state of Oregon, private industry, and the federal government. CBEE offers on-campus and Ecampus courses and degrees and has a growing need for a position to develop, coordinate, and manage laboratory delivery for Ecampus programs and to coordinate those activities with on-campus laboratory delivery.

The Ecampus Laboratory Coordinator develops and delivers assigned Ecampus courses and provides oversight, coordination, management, and logistics support for the delivery of Ecampus laboratory courses. As an Instructor, this role is part of a team of instructors for the online Chemical Engineering program in CBEE . The individual will teach core and/or elective chemical engineering courses, primarily in an on-line environment. Additionally, this role supports the Ecampus laboratory teaching program by coordinating with other Ecampus instructors and the CBEE Development Engineer on the development, testing, and\troubleshooting of laboratory activities that will be used by students and maintaining laboratory equipment and preparing labs and lab modules for use by students and staff. As appropriate, the successful candidate will work with university staff in Facilities Services, EH&S, internal support, and contractors and vendors as needed to facilitate Ecampus lab development and safety standards for the three types of Ecampus labs that will be delivered:

+ Remote Labs: Students will remotely control experiments using larger process equipment via supervisory control and data acquisition systems. This setup allows students to perform experiments from their home locations. Process equipment will be staffed by on-site personnel during remote operation. The Ecampus Laboratory Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating with on-campus and Ecampus instructors, teaching assistants, and the CBEE Development Engineer to schedule and staff the remote laboratories, as well as coordinating maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

+ At home Labs: Kits containing the supplies and equipment necessary to complete some lab experiments will be mailed to students, enabling them to conduct hands-on experiments at home. The Ecampus Laboratory Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating with Ecampus instructors to assemble, test, package and mail at-home kits to enrolled students. Additionally, the Ecampus Laboratory Coordinator will be responsible for managing the return of the kits to the School of CBEE , performing inventory on component parts, restocking and repairing kits, and managing storage between course offerings.

+ Simulation Labs: These labs will provide a simulated environment for students to perform experiments virtually. The Ecampus Laboratory Coordinator may participate in the development and implementation of these laboratories in classes they are assigned to develop and/or teach and will coordinate with other Ecampus laboratory instructors to share information and best practices.

Through this program and others, the College of Engineering ( COE ) delivers a transformational education that graduates leaders who drive change throughout their lives. The university’s Ecampus partners with more than 700 faculty members and has earned national acclaim for the quality of its faculty development program. Oregon State University Ecampus is a national leader in online education, providing learners worldwide with access to high-quality online learning opportunities.

We follow Ecampus Online Teaching Principles when teaching: https://Ecampus.oregonstate.edu/faculty/standards-principles/online-teaching/

We use Ecampus Essentials to guide course development and deployment: https://Ecampus.oregonstate.edu/faculty/standards-principles/Ecampus-essentials/

The college is committed to being recognized as a national model of inclusivity and collaboration. We strive to develop a community of faculty, students, and staff that is inclusive, collaborative, diverse and centered on student success. As such, we seek applicants who will broaden our capacity to advance student success across individual identities, racial/ethnic categories and socioeconomic backgrounds.

OSU and CBEE are committed to providing opportunities for professional growth for all employees.

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

65% Instructional Lab Coordination

• Set up remote labs as needed with proper supplies and equipment; maintain equipment in good working order. Coordinate external repair services. Maintain course safety documentation, procedures, logs, archive project records, and other administrative records.

• Serve as manager for instructional laboratory sections, i.e., be present and/or available during instructional laboratory delivery as needed. Manage scheduling and staffing of remote laboratories in collaboration with instructors and teaching assistants.

• Assemble, order, and organize all the supplies and equipment which will be used in delivering Ecampus labs.

• Coordinate handling of all supplies needed for mailed labs. Repair and replace components as needed. Maintain materials inventory.

• Participate as member of instructional team; collaborate closely with faculty during the lab design and development process making joint decisions about the implementation of online laboratories.

• Provide ongoing instructional design and development support of course materials that will enhance the effectiveness of CBEE Ecampus courses; support the evaluation of the efficacy of lab delivery.

• Conduct comprehensive quality assurance reviews on all equipment and the learning environment to ensure that technical specifications match course and resource requirements set by the faculty; ensure that courses and resources published are error-free.

25% Instruction

• Teach core and/or elective courses in chemical engineering using an online learning management system. Specific responsibilities include developing and maintaining course materials and assessments that meet course learning objectives and equip students with the required skill set, facilitating online classroom discussions, assessing student performance, and creating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive classroom.

• Develop and revise courses in coordination with Ecampus course developers as needed. This includes identifying, organizing, and compiling essential materials for ABET accreditation and coordinating curriculum proposals.

• Provide leadership, supervision, and direction for undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants.

• Maintain a level of performance consistent with faculty standards at Oregon State University.

• Engage with students consistently and responsively. Engagement may occur through email, telephone, or Zoom meetings. Online office hours may be required.

• Keep current with research pertaining to online higher education, pedagogy, andragogy, and pertinent learning theories.

10% Service and other duties as assigned

• Provide service to OSU and the land grant system by working on departmental, division, university, regional and national committees and projects.

What You Will Need

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent field.

• Experience designing, fabricating, testing, modifying, and maintaining experimental equipment, instruments, and systems.

• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple complex and time-sensitive projects to successful completion.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team.

• Demonstrated aptitude to solve problems with flexibility and creativity.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Demonstrable online and/or in-person teaching or training experience or ability.

• Demonstrated experience interacting with diverse groups of people and facilitating a welcoming and inclusive environment, especially in a professional context.

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

• Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent field.

• Demonstrated skills in design and fabrication of equipment, for example: in pipe, tubing, valves, reservoirs; pressure and vacuum systems; electrical: controls, motors, lighting, heating; electronics: signals, data acquisition, controls; structures: brackets, supports, framework.

• Experience with LabVIEW or equivalent programming.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing scientific equipment both fabricated (special) and commercially-made

• Significant experience in hybrid or online course development, teaching or instructional design at the college or university level.

• Strong understanding of pedagogy and learning theories specifically as applied to hybrid and online higher education.

• Experience managing small teams.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Working conditions vary depending on course(s) assigned. Lab coordination is located onsite in Corvallis, OR. Incumbent must be consistent and responsive to student inquiries. Per Ecampus guidelines, the instructor will be expected to respond to student Emails within 24 hours on all business days. Work hours outside of a typical 8am-5pm schedule are likely.

Course instruction for online courses is delivered remotely. A dependable and secure Internet connection is required.

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 $85,000- $95,000

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/172411

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09407UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 12/16/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 09/08/2025

Full Consideration Date 10/02/2025

Closing Date 10/09/2025

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 10/02/2025.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 resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter: Please submit a cover letter that describes your qualifications and technical expertise that have prepared you to succeed in the CBEE Ecampus Lab Coordinator role. We encourage you to fully describe your relevant experience.Cover letters should not exceed 3 pages.

Specifically, address your experience in:

+ Designing, fabricating, testing, or maintaining experimental equipment and systems

+ Troubleshooting equipment and documenting processes

+ Managing logistics, inventory, and documentation

+ Supporting online or hybrid project development and delivery

+ Problem-solving, collaboration, and project management in technical or instructional settings

+ Teaching, instructional design, or supporting student success

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.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:

Kostas Goulas

[email protected]

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/172460

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.