Instructor and Academic Advisor/Coordinator Oregon State University

Internal Job Number: P09009UF

Description:

The Department of Mathematics is seeking a combination position of an Instructor and an Academic Advisor/Coordinator. The incumbent will hold two appointments, a 0.65 FTE, fixed term, 9-month Instructor position, with reappointment at the discretion of the Department Head, and a 0.35 FTE, Academic Advisor/Coordinator, a 12-month, professional faculty position, reflecting duties in both academic and administrative areas.

Appointment at the Instructor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.

This is a full-time position with a split role as an instructor and an academic advisor in the math department at OSU's College of Science. This position supports the College of Science and its departments' missions in general education of undergraduates and service to the public and the local and national professional communities. This position reports to the Department Head, who determines work assignments and annual contract renewal subject to satisfactory job performance and budget availability.

OSU has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, multiculturalism, and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU strives to provide outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community. All faculty members are responsible for helping to maintain and enhance OSU's collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity and equal opportunity.

The Instructor role primarily involves teaching and instructional activities. Instructors in the College of Science and the Department of Mathematics are expected to demonstrate effectiveness in teaching, advising, and other instructional activities. Instructors are expected to maintain high standards of collegiality, professional integrity, willingness to accept work assignments, and to demonstrate commitment to enhancing diversity and inclusivity in the department, the institution, and the profession.

The Academic Advisor/Coordinator will provide undergraduate students with advising toward retention and degree/qualification completion. These advising efforts may include orientation/supporting student transitions, academic success strategies, goal identification, course and experiential learning planning, and career considerations for Oregon State University's diverse population of students. The Academic Advisor/Coordinator takes on some level of program and/or initiative coordination as part of their responsibilities.

The advisor monitors student progress and engages the student in conversation around strategies and resources to enhance their academic experience and work to resolve experienced difficulties. The advisor works as part of a team to achieve established goals in collaboration with representatives of campus services and community partners as appropriate, and they communicate with other University units regarding undergraduate academic requirements. The advisor may participate in various University, College, and unit-sponsored orientations and events, may also participate in prospective student visits and recruiting events, and engages in professional development activities for advisors. The advisor also works with student information systems and various data files and sources and prepares a wide variety of reports using multiple tools. The advisor keeps abreast of University and College policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to assist students in meeting academic requirements. In addition to direct academic advising, advisors may support other areas such as assessment, career exploration, early warning/proactive interventions, international student advising, connection to university resources, and working with students in academic difficulty. The Academic Advisor/Coordinator coordinates and supports academic programs and special projects as assigned. All advisor positions support the primary mission of the University, the academic units, and academic services.

Minimum Qualifications (Staff) / Guidelines (Faculty):

Typically requires Master's degree in discipline appropriate to the field of teaching/instructional tasks.

Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications for Instructor:

• Masters in Mathematics, or related field, by start date
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Commitment to open-mindedness for diverse ideas, including those different from one's own, and to free inquiry based on evidence and criticism.

Minimum Qualifications for Academic Advisor:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Two or more years of professional employment experience in a higher education setting with demonstrated evidence of experience with advising, counseling, or mentoring individuals, or two or more years of demonstrated full-time related experience advising, counseling, or mentoring individuals in other settings (i.e., K-12 environments, non-profits, etc.)
• Professional experience assisting diverse populations and/or diverse learners, such as non-traditional, online, international students, and/or groups historically underrepresented in higher education.
• Ability to communicate effectively in front of large groups and to provide presentations, workshops, and outreach programs.
• Outstanding demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of audiences (i.e., students, staff, faculty and administrators).
• Demonstrated computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar tools.
• This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division 1 (FBS) universities.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully 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.

Type:

Typical business hours. Hybrid work is possible with approval.

Additional Salary Information: Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.