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Job Offer: Academic Wage Appt ? Salaried: Research Associate (Internal Employment Opportunity):Oregon State University

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Academic Wage Appt - Salaried: Research Associate (Internal Employment Opportunity)

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.

3) A Statement of Research

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:
Kathy Westberg
Kathy.westberg@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1786

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 Details

Position Information

Department Sch of Civil/Constr Engr (ECC)
Position Title Academic Wage Appt - Salaried
Job Title Academic Wage Appt - Salaried: Research Associate (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Appointment Type Academic Wage
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

The School of Civil and Construction Engineering is seeking a salaried Academic Wage: Research Associate. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. This position is anticipated to last approximately 3-months.

The Research Associate will support research and education in the College of Engineering School of Civil and Construction Engineering with focus in the Coastal and Ocean Engineering discipline.

The Research Associate will be responsible for the administration, design, and execution of field and lab projects related to coastal and oceanographic advances in ocean technology and coastal dynamics projects with a focus on aeolian sediment transport and ecomorphodynamics.

They will support data management and analysis related to the presentation and publication of rigorous and impactful scientific advancements in the fields of marine geology and coastal engineering.

All employees are expected to be collegial members of their units. Safety is an integral part of physical experiments, both in research and teaching. Employees are expected to prioritize health and safety in the execution of their professional activities.

The College of Engineering (COE) is committed to building a community of faculty, students, and staff that is increasingly inclusive, collaborative, diverse, and centered on student success.

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 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 the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities 55% - Participating in the preparation and presentation of technical and scientific papers in local, regional, national, and international conferences and scientific journals. Writing/assist in writing competitive research proposals and assist in managing prosperous research proposals.

40% - Planning, supporting, and executing data collection in the field and the lab; data processing and management; and rigorous analysis related to aeolian sediment transport and ecomorphodynamics, coastal protection through natural and nature-located solutions, and coastal morphologic evolution.

5% - Continually improving their technical and scientific capcapability through additional formal and informal training related to the field.
Work collaboratively with staff, faculty, and students to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive research environment.

What You Will Need
   » PhD in coastal/ocean engineering, oceanography, marine geology, or a closely related field.
   » Publication record in peer reviewed journals.
   » practice with field data collection.
   » practice with numerical modeling.
   » practice working effectively with diverse groups of students, researchers, and staff.

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 Evidence of submission of competitive research proposals.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule The incumbent will typically have flexibility in their specific working hours but is expected to be available during normal business hours for meetings and discussions related to projects. They will occasionally need to participate in field work, which may sometimes include extended periods of standing and traversing uneven/rugged terrain. The incumbent will periodically travel to conferences and scientific 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 income is commensurate with expertise, education and practice.
Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/161475

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P08622UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 01/01/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 04/01/2025
Posting Date 11/01/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 11/08/2024
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.

3) A Statement of Research

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:
Kathy Westberg
Kathy.westberg@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1786

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 Questions

Required 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 Apply

Required Documents
   » Cover Letter
   » Curriculum Vitae
   » Statement of ResearchOptional 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)

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Job Location: Corvallis, Oregon
Address: Corvallis
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 11/01/2024 / Viewed 5 times
Contact Information
Company: Oregon State University
Contact Email: Kathy.westberg@oregonstate.edu


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