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Job Offer: Senior Advisor of Creative Practice and Innovation:Oregon State UniversityJob description:Senior Advisor of Creative Practice and InnovationBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 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 candidates.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: Michael P. Nelson mpnelson@oregonstate.edu 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. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment College of Forestry Adm (FOR) Position Title Specialist 2-Ext Relations Job Title Senior Advisor of Creative Practice and Innovation Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Job Summary The College of Forestry is seeking a Senior Advisor of Creative Practice and Innovation . This is a part-time (0.25 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. The Center for the Future of Forests and Society (CFFS) in the College of Forestry (COF) at Oregon State University funds research and conducts science outreach related to the solution space for climate change. CFFS prioritizes efforts that bring together an inclusive array of minds, strategies and expertise to collaboratively address complex issues we cannot solve in isolation. Together, through the CFFS, we promote interdisciplinary science, interwoven with Traditional Ecological expertise and other ways of knowing, to holistically address the challenges we are facing both in Oregon and across the globe. Forestry is, by its very nature, a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary space. Likewise, the challenges confronting forests and society demand highly innovative, creative, imaginative, and progressive approaches. This position serves to help catalyze innovative research ideas, foster unique collaborations, inspire creative problem-solving, and help envision a resilient and just future at the interface of forests and society. Creative endeavors can include technology, data science and other ways of knowing, in addition to the creative arts. This position convenes and works with teams of researchers to promote interdisciplinary projects. This position serves to help catalyze innovative research ideas, foster unique collaborations, inspire creative problem-solving, and help envision a resilient and just future at the interface of forests and society. This position further enhances the COF's profile as a progressive international leader in forestry and natural resources problem-solving. 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 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 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 100% - Develop Innovation in Research » Facilitates collaboration across units to ensure the integration of innovative solutions into CFFS research projects. » Establishes innovative framework or processes that encourages creative thinking and the generation of new ideas in response to natural resource problem-solving. » Champions a culture of creativity and innovation in CoF by promoting risk-taking and continuous learning. Creative endeavors can include technology, data science and other ways of knowing, in addition to the creative arts. » Engages with external entities, such as startups, research institutions, and other partners, to source and promote novel solutions. » Measures and reports on the impact of initiatives, including performance metrics and ROI for large, interdisciplinary proposals. » Effectively mentors researchers to build a strong, cross-functional team capable of executing creative and innovative solutions to natural resource problems. What You Will Need » Master's in a field significant to natural resources, innovation or creative thinking; a variety of creative and scientific backgrounds will be considered. » broad practice (e.g. 10+ years) in writing prosperous, creative research proposals and building relationships with research teams and public and private funding organizations. » Demonstrated practice engaging in and facilitating interdisciplinary research collaboration. » Demonstrated skills to effectively engage groups towards a common goal, and to lead group discussion, facilitate conversations, and resolve conflicts. » Demonstrated capability to communicate scientific concepts clearly and effectively with a variety of stakeholders and to lead a team of specialists to meet established timelines and objectives. » capability to holistically consider equity, inclusion, and social justice all over the research process from question formulation through identification and dissemination of findings. What We Would Like You to Have » Formal recognition of professional accomplishments and impact preferred (e.g., awards, residencies, exhibitions, publications, grants, etc.). » Evidence of prosperous acquisition of external funding for interdisciplinary creative projects. » practice working at the interface between natural resources (preferably forestry) and creative endeavors. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Work is conducted primarily in an office setting on-site, and occasionally via videoconferencing. Some travel may be required for conferences and meetings. 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 $102,000-$135,000 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/160477 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08540UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 12/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 10/04/2024 Full Consideration Date 10/18/2024 Closing Date 11/01/2024 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 October 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 candidates. 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: Michael P. Nelson mpnelson@oregonstate.edu 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. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).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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