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adjunct Professor of Emerging Media and Technology:Oregon State UniversityJob description:adjunct Professor of Emerging Media and TechnologyBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 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 candidates.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 practice have prepared you for this position. 3) Transcripts: must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed. 4) A Statement of Research 5) A Statement of Teaching 6) Publications 7) A response to the following prompt (upload as Other Document 1): » Oregon State University is committed to maintaining and enhancing a culture and environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI)(Link is external) . As a land grant institution, OSU's mission contributes to the prosperity of communities in Oregon, the nation and the world through teaching, research, extension and engagement, service, and other scholarly and creative activities. DEI is embedded in OSU's mission and values(Link is external) and all faculty members are expected to contribute to this aspect of the University's mission. » To that end, faculty members' DEI efforts are reported and evaluated during review processes. Contributions can be made through any of a faculty member's responsibilities, whether teaching and advising, research, extension and engagement, service, or other scholarly and creative activities. » Please describe expertise you have that prepare you to demonstrate a commitment to maintaining and enhancing a culture and environment that promotes DEI consistent with OSU's mission. You may wish to review these examples of the varied ways OSU faculty members have engaged in DEI efforts found in the OSU Resource Guide for Planning and Reporting DEI Activities for P&T(Link downloads document) as you prepare your answer. 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 income within the income range will be commensurate with expertise, education, and practice. For additional information Contact Us by: Bernard Wang Bernie.wang@oregonstate.edu 541-737-6592 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 capability 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 variety of lived practice 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 our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment School of Communications (CLA) Position Title adjunct Professor Job Title adjunct Professor of Emerging Media and Technology Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure-track (annual), adjunct Professor of Emerging Media and Technology position. The function of adjunct Professor of Emerging Media and Technology will be a new media scholar in the social sciences with a PhD in communication or media studies who specialize in emerging media, with topic interdisciplinary research areas that could include human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, search engines, gaming, and related developments. This position is part of a multi-disciplinary investment in the College to strengthen capacity for large-scale, interdisciplinary, cutting-edge research in emerging media and technology through tenure line hires. Consistent with OSU's new Strategic Plan, this line is one of two previous and two current tenure-line searches that support building transdisciplinary teams in areas of strategic focus and turning our foundational strengths into accelerated applications with far-reaching, lasting public value. We welcome new colleagues who can help define big discoveries that drive big solutions, in areas such as but not limited to robotics, AI, telehealth care, biotechnology, ethics, data science, and diversity science. The School of Communication is comprised of the New Media Communications and Speech Communication programs. The two programs include two undergraduate on-campus degrees, an online degree in Digital Communication Arts, and a BFA. The School also includes one MA/MS program in Communication Studies. The School of Communication features multiple research labs with support for production work in video, sound, animation, gaming, and virtual reality as well as user research. Our support for research with emerging technologies is among the strongest in the region if not the country. The School is committed to developing a cutting-edge research and teaching agenda surrounding issues of media and emerging technology. Oregon State University holds both ?very high research activity? and ?Community Engagement? classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and is one of only two universities in the country with Land-, Sea-, Space- and Sun-Grant designations. Together, these designations mean we produce and share the highest quality research for the benefit of our community, state, country, and world. In addition, U.S. News & World Report named OSU among the ?Best Global Universities? (Top 2 percent in the world) and ranked the Online Psychology Bachelor's Program 1st in the nation in 2022. OSU offers more than 200 undergraduate and 100 graduate degree programs through its 11 colleges, the Graduate School and the Honors College. In addition to its robust intellectual and research resources, OSU has a close research relationship with the Samaritan Health Services hospital system (flagship hospital located in Corvallis). Additionally, OSU is located within 1-2 hours of two other major research hubs in Eugene (University of Oregon; Oregon Research Institute; Oregon Social Learning Center) and Portland (Oregon Health and Science University; Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research), where there are additional opportunities for collaboration. Corvallis is a great place to live, work, and play, and Forbes ranked Information technology as the number 4 best college town. The city is surrounded by nearly 30 miles of trails in OSU forests, is approximately 1.5 hours from Portland, a similar distance from the Pacific Coast, and is just 2 hours from recreation (hiking, skiing, scenic drives) in the Cascades Mountain Range. 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 expertise, tools and expertise 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 compensates 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. • Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and cancer 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 the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 45% Teaching & Mentoring (including graduate thesis advising and similar activities) 45% Research, Creative and Scholarly Work 10% Service (program, school, college, university, professional) Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) What You Will Need » Ph.D. in Communication and/or Media Studies. » Evident commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity » Specialty in emerging media (e.g., human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, mobile communication) » Proficient in social science methodology (quantitative and/or qualitative methods) » capability to develop and teach courses in emerging media and media studies, including cross-listed courses in related disciplines (e.g., new media and social psychology) » Demonstrated record of in or potential for excellent graduate, undergraduate, face-to-face and online teaching » Publication record commensurate with and potential for research trajectory commensurate with tenure-track adjunct professors in the School of Communication at Oregon State University This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously 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 » History of applying for and receiving external grant funding » Interdisciplinary research and/or teaching practice » A program of research consistent with university priorities, including team-located, community-engaged scholarship, creative work and research in collaboration with scientists, artists, engineers, humanists, and social scientists » practice with VR/XR, psychophysiology, and/or computer programming Working Conditions / Work Schedule Pay Method income Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time income Range $65000 - $75000 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/160943 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08574UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 10/17/2024 Full Consideration Date 11/15/2024 Closing Date 12/01/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified candidates Special Instructions to candidates To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 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 candidates. 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 practice have prepared you for this position. 3) Transcripts: must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed. 4) A Statement of Research 5) A Statement of Teaching 6) Publications 7) A response to the following prompt (upload as Other Document 1): » Oregon State University is committed to maintaining and enhancing a culture and environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI)(Link is external) . As a land grant institution, OSU's mission contributes to the prosperity of communities in Oregon, the nation and the world through teaching, research, extension and engagement, service, and other scholarly and creative activities. DEI is embedded in OSU's mission and values(Link is external) and all faculty members are expected to contribute to this aspect of the University's mission. » To that end, faculty members' DEI efforts are reported and evaluated during review processes. Contributions can be made through any of a faculty member's responsibilities, whether teaching and advising, research, extension and engagement, service, or other scholarly and creative activities. » Please describe expertise you have that prepare you to demonstrate a commitment to maintaining and enhancing a culture and environment that promotes DEI consistent with OSU's mission. You may wish to review these examples of the varied ways OSU faculty members have engaged in DEI efforts found in the OSU Resource Guide for Planning and Reporting DEI Activities for P&T(Link downloads document) as you prepare your answer. 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 income within the income range will be commensurate with expertise, education, and practice. For additional information Contact Us by: Bernard Wang Bernie.wang@oregonstate.edu 541-737-6592 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 capability 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 variety of lived practice 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 our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Cover Letter » Transcripts » Curriculum Vitae » Statement of Research » Statement of Teaching » Publications » Other Document 1 (see Special Instructions)Optional Documents » VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed) Skills:
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