Oregon State University is hiring a Landscape Pedologist professor in Corvallis
https://careers.careerplacement.org/jobs/15935626/landscape-pedologist
The Department of Crop and Soil Science invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, Annual Tenure Track Assistant Professor position.
Responsibilities and outcomes for the position are described in the Faculty Handbook and Oregon State University’s tenure and promotion guidelines. As a faculty member at a land grant university, the incumbent is expected to excel in teaching, research, and extension, and to contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in these areas. This position contributes to the missions of Oregon State University Agricultural Experiment Station, Extension Service, and the College of Agricultural Sciences.
The successful candidate will develop a nationally recognized, rigorous research program focused in pedology. Candidates with research expertise in soil landscape response to climate, agricultural practices, forest fires, and drought conditions are encouraged to apply. Other potential focus areas include: biogeochemical cycling; carbon storage; agricultural productivity; the effect of changing land use and landscapes on regional soil formation pathways; and the development of digital tools and utilization of emerging technologies such as satellite imagery, UAVs, ground penetrating radar, etc. This list is not exhaustive, and it is expected that specific research focus will develop over time. The broad geographic and climatic characteristics of Oregon combined with access to OSU Research Forests and Agricultural Experiment Branch Stations across the state offers a unique opportunity for research, outreach, and education activities. Proactive and effective communication with university researchers, agencies, and stakeholders will be critical to the success of this position.
Job Duties
70% Research
- Lead novel and innovative research in pedology, focused on the formation, weathering, and characterizations of Oregon soils as impacted by factors such as climate change, agricultural practices, forest fires, and drought conditions.
- Incorporate modern and emerging technologies to advance pedology research. Examples include the application of satellite and GIS spatial analysis for soil and landscape characterization, ground penetrating radar, 3-D laser scanning (LiDAR), etc.
- Conduct research in a variety of Oregon landscapes, which may include coastal, agricultural, forest, range, and urban landscapes.
- Cooperate with key stakeholders including the USDA – NRCS Northwest Soil Survey Regional Office and the U.S. Forest Service
- Publish pedology-related research findings in peer-reviewed research articles in reputable journals
- Obtain extramural funds from a combination of competitive local, regional, national, and international funding programs.
- Develop a transdisciplinary pedology program that builds on departmental, college, and university initiatives.
- Serve as an advisor to graduate students pursuing M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Soil Science.
- Collaborate with OSU faculty and researchers as well as colleagues from other institutions on research projects with pedology components.
- Present findings to other research scientists and stakeholders at local, regional, national, and international conferences.
- Serve as an investigator on a USDA–NIFA Hatch collaborative or Hatch multistate project.
20% Teaching
- Develop and teach online and in-person versions of Soil Morphology and Classification (SOIL 466/566).
- Develop and teach online and in-person versions of Soil Landscape Analysis (SOIL 468/568).
- Effective promotion and marketing of courses to increase student enrollment and engagement both online and on campus.
- Participate in peer evaluations of other Soil Science teaching faculty.
- Collaborate with faculty and students to modify and develop soils curriculum to meet current and future students’ needs.
- Maintain or direct the maintenance of the teaching soil pits located in the vicinity of the Corvallis campus.
- Harmonize pedology curriculum across upper and lower division soils courses in collaboration with faculty.
10% Service and Supervision
- Serve as a liaison to governmental, state, and local agencies on topics related to soil resources, as appropriate.
- Serve on Departmental, College, and/or University committees.
- Maintain active membership and involvement in professional organizations.
- Provide class selection, internship, and career mentoring advice to undergraduate students.
- Supervise graduate students as an advisor and as a committee member.
Minimum/Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Soil Science or a closely related field, with demonstrated experience in soil landscape studies as related to pedology. Candidates must have successfully defended and obtained their Ph.D. prior to appointment.
- Experience in pedology, soil classification, and/or soil morphology related research efforts
- Teaching experience in a college classroom setting
- Experience as a supervisor or co-supervisor in a research environment.
- The ability to work as a team member with other professionals and diverse audiences.
- A publication record that includes research articles on the topics of pedology, soil classification, and/or soil morphology in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent teaching, written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
- A commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
- Postdoctoral experience in pedology, soil classification, and/or soil morphology.
- Experience following a research project from the development of a novel research idea to the final publication of research articles.
- Demonstrated potential to obtain external funding support for educational, research, and program operations.
- Record of commitment to work with underrepresented/underserved students or other audiences.
- Life experience, education, and/or training that broaden capacity to promote student success or impact underserved audiences.
- Experience using social media to share project information, research findings, and/or scholarly topics with the soil science community.
- Experience developing university soils courses.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 31, 2022. For additional information contact: Amber Moore at Amber.Moore@oregonstate.edu
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Resources for Federal Careers
- Information on Natural Resource Specialists positions at the Department of Interior: https://www.doi.gov/careers/careers/natural-resource-specialist
- Soil Scientist (0470 series) qualifications for all federal positions