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Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching /Senior Associate Director (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, USA
Posted on Oct 4, 2025
Position Information
| Department | School of Public Policy (CLA) |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching/ Administrator 2-Rank Assoc Dir |
| Job Title | Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching /Senior Associate Director (Internal Employment Opportunity) |
| Appointment Type | Academic Faculty |
| Job Location | Corvallis |
| Benefits Eligible | Full-Time, benefits eligible |
| Remote or Hybrid option? | |
| Job Summary | This is an Internal Employment Opportunity The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching and Senior Associate Director position. The incumbent will hold two appointments, a 0.50 FTE, fixed term, 9-month Assistant or Associate Professor of Teaching position, with reappointment at the discretion of the School Head, and a 0.50 FTE Senior Associate Director, a 12-month, professional faculty position. The purpose of the Professor of Teaching appointment is to meet teaching, advising, and research needs within the School of Public Policy. This primary role is teaching graduate and undergraduate students within the field of Public Policy in order to foster critical policy analysis skills, and advance student’s knowledge and skills in classes on social research, qualitative research methods, public policy problems and theory, and public administration. The incumbent is expected to provide an intellectual foundation for students pursuing graduate and undergraduate degrees in Public Policy. The courses serve students in degree programs and provide enrichment experiences for both majors and non-majors. The incumbent is also expected to engage in scholarly research in collaboration with students and faculty at OSU including, but not limited to, publishing work such as research articles, policy reports, books, and/or book chapters, as well as assisting graduate students in the production of original research through advising and collaboration and pursuing grant opportunities in support of research. Provides leadership to graduate students; participates in school and university service activities. The Senior Associate Director plays a critical leadership role in advancing the mission of the OSU Policy Analysis Lab (OPAL). This position is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives, managing key research and policy projects, and supporting the operational and administrative functions of the center. The Senior Associate Director serves as a thought partner to the Academic Director of OPAL and the Director of the School of Public Policy, provides leadership to graduate students working on OPAL projects, manages OPAL project research teams, co-creates and supervises all research reports produced through OPAL, works to secure external funding for OPAL projects, and represents OPAL with external stakeholders including policymakers, funders, academic partners, and the media. |
| 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 • 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 Rewards 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 learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. |
| Key Responsibilities | Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching 36% Teaching 10% Research 4% Service Senior Associate Director 7% Strategic Leadership and Program Management 13% Research and Policy Analysis 10% Staff Leadership and Development 10% External Relations and Partnerships 10% Operational and Financial Oversight |
| What You Will Need | For all ranks: · PhD degree in public policy, economics, political science, or a related field · Relevant teaching experience and evidence of or commitment to excellence in inclusive teaching and student success. Assistant Professor of Teaching: · Demonstrated experience in teaching courses in Public Policy graduate or undergraduate degree programs, including research methods, qualitative research, public policy theory, and/or social policy. · Demonstrated capacity to develop curriculum/coursework in the field of public policy as evidenced by previous experience or training in this area · Demonstrated experience in producing scholarly research as evidenced by peer reviewed publications, policy reports, books, and/or external grant receipt. · Demonstrated capacity to advise students within the field of Public Policy at the graduate level, which may be indicated by mentoring programs or other training Associate Professor of Teaching: · Demonstrated excellence in teaching several core courses in Public Policy graduate degree programs, including research methods, qualitative research, public policy theory, and social policy. · Demonstrated experience in developing curriculum and coursework for undergraduate and graduate courses in the field of Public Policy · Demonstrated excellence in producing scholarly research as evidenced by quality and quantity of peer reviewed publications, policy reports, books, and/or external grant receipt. · Demonstrated experience in advising graduate students and disseminating knowledge within the field of Public Policy. This may be achieved through teaching, mentoring and advising experience or other transferrable skill experiences such as working within policy-based leadership roles. OPAL Sr. Associate Director: · 8–10 years of experience in policy research, program management, or leadership roles. · Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, secure funding, and lead cross-functional teams. · Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences. · Commitment to the OPAL mission and to advancing evidence-based policy analysis and reporting |
| What We Would Like You to Have | · Demonstrated excellence in teaching several core courses in Public Policy undergraduate degree programs, including public policy problems, and/or public administration. · Experience with hands-on policy research production and supervision that may be used as a basis for providing career-based skills education to graduate and undergraduate students in Public Policy. |
| Working Conditions / Work Schedule | Working at a desk in an office, standard business hours, may require occasional travel to meet with clients and external stakeholders. |
| 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 | Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience. |
| Link to Position Description |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P09490UF |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 12/16/2026 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
| Posting Date | 10/03/2025 |
| Full Consideration Date | |
| Closing Date | 10/17/2025 |
| Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search | Competitive / Internal |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | 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 experience have prepared you for this position; 3) Statement of Research (Upload in Statement of Research); 4) Statement of Teaching (Upload in Statement of Teaching); and 5) Writing Sample (Upload in Other Documents 1) 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 please contact: LeAnn K. Headrick (541) 737-6270 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 our Background Checks website including the for 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 at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. |