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Faculty Research adjunct (Internal Employment Opportunity):Oregon State UniversityJob description:Faculty Research adjunct (Internal Employment Opportunity)Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.This is an Internal Employment OpportunityWhen 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 practice 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 Contact Us by: Bryan Endress E-Mail: Bryan.endress@oregonstate.edu 858-527-9898 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 EOARC - Union Exp Sta (AEU) Position Title Faculty Research adjunct Job Title Faculty Research adjunct (Internal Employment Opportunity) Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Union Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary This is an Internal Employment Opportunity The Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center, Union Experiment Station invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Faculty Research adjunct position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head. Applications are invited for a full time Faculty Research adjunct positions at the Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center, Union Experiment Station (Union, Oregon) of Oregon State University. We are pursuing a botanist/plant ecologist to support continuing research on forest and rangeland ecology and management. This position will support multiple projects including: 1) collaborative research with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) focused on mule deer forage availcapability and habitat quality, and 2) the ecology, management and restoration of First Foods, particularly Roots and Berries, in the interior Pacific Northwest in partnership with Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, Nez Perce Tribe, land management agencies (e.g. Forest Service) and non-governmental organizations (e.g. Wallowa Resources). These positions play key functions in projects, including collecting a range of environmental, natural resource, and ecological attributes in the field, implementing field and lab experiments (e.g. seed germination studies), collaborating with ecologists, land managers and stewards, as well as assisting with data analysis and contributing to and authoring publications, reports, presentations and outreach materials. These positions work closely with project partners in all aspects of the work. The Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center (EOARC) is composed of two separate and fully functional research stations - Burns and Union Stations. The Union Station is Oregon State University's first branch research station (established in 1901). Research and outreach activities are focused on rangeland ecology and management, wildlife management, ecological restoration, alternative livestock systems and sustainable resource management in the diverse landscapes of eastern Oregon. EOARC faculty and staff collaborate on research and outreach efforts with a wide variety of partners including agencies, tribes and non-governmental organizations. 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. 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 50% Field data collection. Implement standardized protocols and methodologies to characterize a range of ecological (e.g. composition, biomass, density, cover, richness, structure, etc.) and environmental attributes (e.g. slope, elevation, canopy cover, soil physical properties, etc.) in forest, riparian and rangeland ecosystems. Implements field and lab experiments (e.g. seed germination studies) following protocols. Provides leadership abilities, supervision and direction for student field crews. Train students in data collection techniques and plans work. 15% Data Entry and Management and Analysis. Download and/or enter data; perform QA/QC review; generate summary statistics, figures and summarize results. 15% Interpret results, write reports and publications connected with projects. 10% Project Support. Assist with project implementation including logistics, planning, coordination and communication among various partners. 10% assigned tasks as required. What You Will Need Bachelor's degree in ecology, botany, plant ecology, natural resources, rangeland ecology, wildlife or related discipline. practice measuring and collecting natural resource and/or ecological data (e.g. soil, slope, aspect, richness, diversity, composition, density, etc.) in field settings (forest, grassland, shrubland, wetlands, etc.). practice using GPS units to navigate to locations and record spatial data in the field. practice and/or training in use of dichotomous keys, plant identification and plant/vegetation measurements. practice and commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal expertise. Working expertise of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs. capability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds. capability to kneel/squat for extended periods of time for data and sample collection. capability and availability to work in difficult terrain in adverse weather conditions (heat, snow, rain, etc.) 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. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously 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 demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion. practice in and expertise of Traditional Ecological expertise / Indigenous expertise, decolonizing methodologies and approaches, ethics related to expertise co-production and collaborating with indigenous partners. Master's Degree in ecology, botany, plant ecology, natural resources, rangeland ecology, wildlife or related discipline. practice or expertise of seed germination and plant propagation techniques. Working expertise of plant communities and plant species of the interior Pacific Northwest. Proficient in GPS, GIS and statistical applications (e.g. ArcGIS, R, Google Earth, Survey123, Avenza, etc.). practice collecting data in the field using tablets, smart phones and/or rugged computers. practice driving 4WD vehicles on dirt/gravel roads. practice in data management and analysis. practice writing reports and/or publications in addition to presenting and sharing findings to diverse audiences using a variety of formats. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Employee in this position may be required lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds. During field data collection, alternative work schedules may be required (e.g. 4 10-hour days). During the field season, camping in rural/remote locations (during the work week) may be required. Fieldwork occurs in the interior Pacific Northwest; terrain is mountainous and varies flat to steep and irregular (mountainous). Temperatures may fluctuate all over the season from cold (below freezing) to very hot in the summer. Must work during inclement weather conditions. Approximately 50% of the work in this position is performed outdoors; the remaining 50% is in the office (mostly in the winter months). 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 income is commensurate with expertise, education and practice Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/146335 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08475UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 11/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 09/17/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 09/24/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal Special Instructions to candidates This is an Internal Employment Opportunity 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 practice 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 Contact Us by: Bryan Endress E-Mail: Bryan.endress@oregonstate.edu 858-527-9898 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 (*).» * Internal employment opportunities are filled from within the institution by candidates who are current, or recent, members of the OSU Community. Please indicate how you meet this criterion. See: http://hr.oregonstate.edu/jobs/oeshtxt/111 for details. (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Resume » Cover LetterOptional 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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