Open Positions

Position 1: Assistant Professor - Plant-Microbe Interactions

The Department of Ag Botany & Plant Pathology invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

This position is for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant-Microbe Interactions in the Department of Botany & Plant Pathology. The incumbent will be expected to establish a robust and extramurally funded research program that will address the molecular, cellular, and/or genomic basis of plant-microbe interactions. Teaching associated with the position will contribute to the graduate and/or undergraduate curriculum in Botany and Plant Pathology, Biological Data Sciences, and/or related programs.

The focus of research can be on various systems, ranging from pathogens to mutualists, with relevance to agricultural and/or natural systems. All research topics within the area of plant-microbe interactions will be considered; however, we will give preference to candidates who 1) use innovative approaches to study plant-fungal/oomycete interactions, and 2) work collaboratively with other researchers as part of interdisciplinary teams. In this role the successful candidate is expected to advance departmental goals in diversity, equity and inclusion.

The incumbent will develop the specifics of their research program; prepare proposals and necessary reports to relevant funding and permitting agencies; hire, manage and mentor researchers (e.g., postdocs, research assistants, graduate students, etc.) associated with their laboratory; and produce peer-reviewed publications.  The incumbent will also be responsible for development and delivery of teaching materials for courses assigned to them, and assessment of students.

Responsibilities:

• 50% Research and Scholarship: Maintain an externally funded research program conducting original and independent research in Plant-Microbe Interactions that is relevant to the missions of the department, college, and university. Aspire to maintain and enhance national and international standing, in part through collaborative research projects with colleagues at OSU, nationally, and/or internationally. Scholarship and creative activities will be primarily in Plant-Microbe Interactions. Activities include, but are not limited to, peer-reviewed publication of scientific research, development of scientific technologies/methodologies, integration of knowledge leading to new interpretations, presentations at regional, national, and international conferences, and participation on steering committees, agency panels, and science working groups where the outcome is a fundamental change in the field’s direction. Innovation in teaching strategies and development of new educational approaches may be included.
• 30% Teaching: Primary responsibility for two courses per academic year at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels in Botany and Plant Pathology, Biological Data Sciences, and/or related program. Participate in graduate and/or undergraduate level seminars, workshops, guest lectures, and/or discussion groups as appropriate.
• 10% Mentoring, Advising, and Supervision: Mentor and serve as research advisor to graduate students in their advanced degree programs in Botany and Plant Pathology, or related programs; train and supervise personnel in conducting research at the undergraduate, graduate and/or postdoctoral/research assistant/associate levels, and serve on students’ committees.
• 10% Service: All faculty are expected to be collegial members of their units, and to perform appropriate service that contributes to the effectiveness of their departments, colleges, the University, and their professions. University service includes serving on departmental, interdepartmental, program, college, and University committees, and serving the University-wide community of bioscience researchers including organizing workshops or assisting with development of community resources. Professional service includes, but is not limited to, reviewing manuscripts for journals and proposals for funding agencies, and involvement in professional organization.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Plant Biology, Genetics, Plant Pathology, or related field.
• Publication record in, or relevant to, Plant and Microbial Interactions. 
• Demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

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. When they have the driving Check mark.

Preferred:

• Postdoctoral experience.
• Record of, or potential for, collaborative science including outreach to stakeholders.
• Quantitative skills related to analysis of large, complex data sets.
• Experience in, or potential for, teaching and mentoring in a life science or related field.
• Record of, or potential for, successful extramural funding. 

 

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Position 2: Assistant Professor - Population and Disease Dynamics of Cereal Pathogens

The Department of Ag Botany & Plant Pathology invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure track Assistant Professor position.

This position is for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Population and Disease Dynamics of Cereal Pathogens in the Department of Botany & Plant Pathology. The incumbent will be expected to establish a robust and extramurally funded research program that will address the epidemiology and genetics of cereal diseases in agroecosystems and will apply this knowledge to inform breeding and disease management issues. Teaching associated with the position will contribute to the graduate and/or undergraduate curriculum in Botany and Plant Pathology, Biological Data Sciences, or related programs.

All research topics within the area of population and disease dynamics of cereal pathogens will be considered; however, preference will be given to candidates who show the greatest potential to

1. combine field experiments and molecular/genomic data to address population-level research in fungal pathogens of wheat,
2. work collaboratively as part of the Oregon State University Wheat Team, extension, growers, and/or stakeholders as part of interdisciplinary teams, and
3. advance departmental goals in diversity, equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• 50% Research and Scholarship: Maintain an externally funded research program conducting original and independent research in Population and Disease Dynamics of Cereal Pathogens that is relevant to the missions of the department, college, and university. Aspire to maintain and enhance national and international standing, in part through collaborative research projects with colleagues at OSU, nationally, and/or internationally. Scholarship and creative activities will be primarily in Population and Disease Dynamics of Cereal Pathogens. Activities include, but are not limited to, peer-reviewed publication of scientific research, development of scientific technologies/methodologies, integration of knowledge leading to new interpretations, presentations at regional, national and international conferences, and participation on steering committees, agency panels, and science working groups where the outcome is a fundamental change in the field’s direction. Innovation in teaching strategies and development of new educational approaches may be included.
• 30% Teaching: Primary responsibility for two courses per year at the undergraduate or graduate levels in Botany and Plant Pathology, Biological Data Sciences, or related program. Participate in graduate or undergraduate level seminars, workshops, guest lectures, and/or discussion groups as appropriate.
• 10% Mentoring, Advising, and Supervision: Mentor and serve as research advisor to graduate students in their advanced degree programs in Botany and Plant Pathology, or related programs; train and supervise personnel in conducting research at the undergraduate, graduate and/or postdoctoral/research assistant/associate levels, and serve on students’ committees.
• 10% Service: All faculty are expected to be collegial members of their units, and to perform appropriate service that contributes to the effectiveness of their departments, colleges, and the University, and their professions. University service includes serving on the departmental, interdepartmental, program, college, and University committees, and serving the University-wide community of bioscience researchers including organizing workshops or assisting with development of community resources. Professional service includes, but is not limited to, reviewing manuscripts for journals and proposal for funding agencies, and involvement in professional organization.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Plant Biology, Genetics, Plant Pathology, or related field.
• Publication record in, or relevant to, Population and Disease Dynamics of Cereal Pathogens.
• Demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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. When they have the driving Check mark.

Preferred:

• Postdoctoral experience.
• Record of, or potential for, collaborative science including outreach to stakeholders.
• Quantitative skills related to analysis of large, complex data sets.
• Experience in, or potential for, teaching and mentoring in a life science or related field.
• Record of, or potential for, successful extramural funding.

Anticipated to begin on February 14th, 2024.

Closing on January 31th, 2024.

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Special Requirements for Position 1 and Position 2:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 31, 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 applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Curriculum Vitae (3 Page Limit); and
2. A cover letter (1 Page Limit) indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3. A statement of Research (3 Page Limit)
4. Statement of Teaching & Mentoring (1 Page Limit)
5. After reviewing the OSU mission statement at http://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/oregon-state-university-mission-statement and the emphasis on diversity, please state how your background and experience has prepared you to be effective in an environment that values diversity. (1 Page Limit Attach as Diversity Statement)

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.

Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

 

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