Campus Living Community Coordinator
Location: Campus Living
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 608286
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/
Special Information
This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
Job Description
Campus Living (CL) at Northern Arizona University houses 8,300 students and staff in 22 campus living communities (CLCs), including traditional, suite and apartment communities. Our departmental mission and four foundational value areas work in concert to provide an intentional, comprehensive and expansive lens guiding all we do and how we do it. Through our values, we ground our approach, priorities, decisions, interactions, services, staffing, resources, processes, policies, reflection and navigation of complex situations.
Campus Living Mission Statement:
“We create a welcoming and vibrant campus living experience where students connect, explore and belong.”
Our four foundational value areas:
• Care and Support • Community and Connectedness • Equity and Inclusion • Learning and Development
We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives and are committed to fostering inclusive communities where individuals feel valued, safe, and understood. To promote the success of students, staff and faculty, we strive to learn about individual and shared human experiences, while advocating for the respect and inclusion of all identities.
Position Overview
The Campus Living Community (CLC) Coordinator is a 12-month, full-time, live-in position, reporting directly to an Assistant Director (AD) in Campus Living Community Staffing, and responsible for the overall management of the daily operations of a campus living community housing 350 - 780 residents.
The CLC Coordinator supports students, staff and the department in advancing our mission and foundational value areas through staff supervision, resident engagement, operational processes and attention to community facility needs. In collaboration with departmental staff and campus partnerships, the CLC Coordinator implements a programming/engagement model in their community that reflects current student development needs and trends, contributes to diversity and inclusion efforts, and supports the mission and values of Campus Living and Northern Arizona University.
Summer Responsibilities:
Campus Living serves a variety of populations during the summer months including NAU students, special program participants, and conference guests from the state, country and world. CLC Coordinators help ensure continuity of all departmental operations during the summer. Campus living communities that close for the summer may necessitate a temporary move to another community during that time. CLC Coordinators participate in the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of summer student staff. Participation in the on-call rotation as well as oversight of building preparations and turnovers are included in summer responsibilities. Summer committees include a variety of workgroups and projects as well as planning for the upcoming academic year.
Staff Supervision & Development - 30%
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate 7-22 Community Assistants (CA); potentially directly supervise one CLC Graduate Assistant, dependent on community placement. • Create, implement, and assess a community engagement plan that assists in guiding outreach and engagement efforts for Community Assistants • Work with staff members individually through one-on-one meetings/interactions, and as a team during weekly staff meetings, to encourage growth and development. • Provide staff ongoing positive and constructive feedback including two evaluations over the course of the academic year to measure success and growth in the Community Assistant position. • Facilitate staff meetings and participate in centralized staff meetings and in-services. Staff meetings are scheduled for Wednesday nights from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. weekly. • Organize and facilitate staff development activities to promote a strong sense of team and support. • Provide functional supervision for the student Operations Assistant charged with oversight of front desk operations in conjunction with central Campus Living staff.
Student & Community Development - 20%
• Support students, staff and Campus Living in advancing the departmental mission “We create a welcoming and vibrant campus living experience where students connect, explore and belong.” and four foundational value areas: care and support, learning and development, equity and inclusion, and community and connectedness. • Interact and build rapport with community members from a wide variety of social backgrounds, providing them with personal and administrative support, with a commitment to help develop students. • Develop an inclusive and welcoming environment for community members and staff; be aware of current events and issues which impact students coming from various backgrounds and experiences. • Work with students to develop and maintain an atmosphere conducive to study and community living; encourage students to take responsibility for developing a communal atmosphere. • Collaborate with campus partners and CL staff to develop and implement programs and initiatives that support student success and provide targeted resources for residents in specific campus living communities. • Coordinate the election process and advise the Community Council to coordinate an effective team and support leadership development. • Attend weekly Community Council Meetings and meet with executive members. • Attend Campus Living Student Association (CLSA) General Council meetings at least once a semester. • Manage and maintain an active social media presence for your assigned community in collaboration with Campus Living staff.
Student Support & Behavioral Education - 20%
• Provide and share on-call coverage for campus, including weekday, weekend, and holidays. Collaborate and consult with Manager on-call for high-impact situations involving students and follow up with hall staff accordingly. • Address emergency, crisis and large-scale situations appropriately as they arise and work to mitigate community impact. • Provide support, guidance and appropriate referrals for community members in need of professional services and resources; be knowledgeable of campus and community resources. • Apply conflict resolution skills when responding to students in crisis, roommate conflicts, student concerns, etc. • Understand and enforce the policies and procedures of the NAU Student Code of Conduct and Campus Living Community Policies; lead with care and an educational focus on student behavior, individual and community impact, and student learning. • Serve as a hearing officer for Campus Living and the Office of the Dean of Students. Address inappropriate behavior of students incorporating a student development perspective and following due process; determine fair and appropriate educational sanctions; and complete appropriate documentation. Make conduct referrals as appropriate.
Administration & Operations - 20%
• Communicate regularly with supervisor and other ADs as needed to provide accurate, timely and detailed information, and to keep supervisor informed of situations occurring in the campus living community. • Assist with coordination of operational functions including student check-in/out, key/access card oversight, emergency room assignments, community transfers, damage charge assessments, and term transition checklist items. • Utilize software to manage occupancy, community resources, student engagement reports, student employment, facilities work orders, etc.; become proficient with primary management systems include StarRez, Maxient and TMA. • Review and collaborate with supervisor/other ADs to authorize expenditures for community engagement, community council, and staff development; ensure CL and NAU budgetary guidelines are followed. • Tour and inspect facilities to ensure building security and safety. • Provide input and feedback related to facility improvements that address student needs and enhance the community living experience. • Serve as a liaison to departmental Facilities Coordinator(s). Report, track, and follow up on facilities issues in campus living community. • Consider parents/guardians as partners in the growth and development of on campus students; within FERPA guidelines, provide timely follow up via email and/or phone with parents/guardians regarding their student concerns and experiences. • Support summer camps and conference operations including supervision of summer staff, working with Summer Camps and Conferences (SCC) to facilitate a robust summer operation. • Complete other administrative tasks and processes as assigned and needed.
Departmental Engagement - 5%
• Serve on departmental committees to coordinate and manage processes, develop schedules and trainings, address critical issues impacting students and staff, etc. • Attend scheduled weekly departmental meetings and other staff meetings, workshops, and developmental opportunities. • Open and close campus living community at the beginning and end of each term transition; submit end of semester reports. • Participate and assist in facilitating departmental student employee trainings in August and January. Plan and implement community-specific staff training sessions related to the role and areas of improvement.
Other - 5%
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
• Undergraduate Bachelor's Degree, • 2-3 years of relevant experience, • Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or related field (completed by start date).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. • Knowledge of current physical health, mental health, alcohol and drug use, and social issues on university campuses. • Knowledge of conflict mediation, crisis response and management. • Knowledge of living and learning communities. • Knowledge of higher education law, including FERPA, Title IX, HIPAA, Clery Act etc.
Skills
• Customer service skills. • Active listening skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Abilities
• Balances competing priorities. • Possesses strong leadership practices. • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships. • Communicates effectively. • Problem solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
Background Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/. is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Salary
Salary range begins at $44,422. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Benefits
This is a Service Professional (SPF) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System or the Optional Retirement Program; 22 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/benefits/. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Service Professionals are hired on a contract basis, renewable each 6 months according to https://public.powerdms.com/ABOR/documents/1499270. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/eligibility-enrollment/ on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. If a new employee chooses the ASRS retirement option, participation in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, will begin on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), which is an alternative to the ASRS plan for faculty and other appointed staff, will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. Additionally, the long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election.
Learning and Development
Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/orientation/ includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship
NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Application Deadline
March 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, http://DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/
NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6019066
Full Time
Campus Living Community Coordinator
Location: Campus Living
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 608286
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/
Special Information
This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
Job Description
Campus Living (CL) at Northern Arizona University houses 8,300 students and staff in 22 campus living communities (CLCs), including traditional, suite and apartment communities. Our departmental mission and four foundational value areas work in concert to provide an intentional, comprehensive and expansive lens guiding all we do and how we do it. Through our values, we ground our approach, priorities, decisions, interactions, services, staffing, resources, processes, policies, reflection and navigation of complex situations.
Campus Living Mission Statement:
“We create a welcoming and vibrant campus living experience where students connect, explore and belong.”
Our four foundational value areas:
• Care and Support • Community and Connectedness • Equity and Inclusion • Learning and Development
We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives and are committed to fostering inclusive communities where individuals feel valued, safe, and understood. To promote the success of students, staff and faculty, we strive to learn about individual and shared human experiences, while advocating for the respect and inclusion of all identities.
Position Overview
The Campus Living Community (CLC) Coordinator is a 12-month, full-time, live-in position, reporting directly to an Assistant Director (AD) in Campus Living Community Staffing, and responsible for the overall management of the daily operations of a campus living community housing 350 - 780 residents.
The CLC Coordinator supports students, staff and the department in advancing our mission and foundational value areas through staff supervision, resident engagement, operational processes and attention to community facility needs. In collaboration with departmental staff and campus partnerships, the CLC Coordinator implements a programming/engagement model in their community that reflects current student development needs and trends, contributes to diversity and inclusion efforts, and supports the mission and values of Campus Living and Northern Arizona University.
Summer Responsibilities:
Campus Living serves a variety of populations during the summer months including NAU students, special program participants, and conference guests from the state, country and world. CLC Coordinators help ensure continuity of all departmental operations during the summer. Campus living communities that close for the summer may necessitate a temporary move to another community during that time. CLC Coordinators participate in the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of summer student staff. Participation in the on-call rotation as well as oversight of building preparations and turnovers are included in summer responsibilities. Summer committees include a variety of workgroups and projects as well as planning for the upcoming academic year.
Staff Supervision & Development - 30%
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate 7-22 Community Assistants (CA); potentially directly supervise one CLC Graduate Assistant, dependent on community placement. • Create, implement, and assess a community engagement plan that assists in guiding outreach and engagement efforts for Community Assistants • Work with staff members individually through one-on-one meetings/interactions, and as a team during weekly staff meetings, to encourage growth and development. • Provide staff ongoing positive and constructive feedback including two evaluations over the course of the academic year to measure success and growth in the Community Assistant position. • Facilitate staff meetings and participate in centralized staff meetings and in-services. Staff meetings are scheduled for Wednesday nights from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. weekly. • Organize and facilitate staff development activities to promote a strong sense of team and support. • Provide functional supervision for the student Operations Assistant charged with oversight of front desk operations in conjunction with central Campus Living staff.
Student & Community Development - 20%
• Support students, staff and Campus Living in advancing the departmental mission “We create a welcoming and vibrant campus living experience where students connect, explore and belong.” and four foundational value areas: care and support, learning and development, equity and inclusion, and community and connectedness. • Interact and build rapport with community members from a wide variety of social backgrounds, providing them with personal and administrative support, with a commitment to help develop students. • Develop an inclusive and welcoming environment for community members and staff; be aware of current events and issues which impact students coming from various backgrounds and experiences. • Work with students to develop and maintain an atmosphere conducive to study and community living; encourage students to take responsibility for developing a communal atmosphere. • Collaborate with campus partners and CL staff to develop and implement programs and initiatives that support student success and provide targeted resources for residents in specific campus living communities. • Coordinate the election process and advise the Community Council to coordinate an effective team and support leadership development. • Attend weekly Community Council Meetings and meet with executive members. • Attend Campus Living Student Association (CLSA) General Council meetings at least once a semester. • Manage and maintain an active social media presence for your assigned community in collaboration with Campus Living staff.
Student Support & Behavioral Education - 20%
• Provide and share on-call coverage for campus, including weekday, weekend, and holidays. Collaborate and consult with Manager on-call for high-impact situations involving students and follow up with hall staff accordingly. • Address emergency, crisis and large-scale situations appropriately as they arise and work to mitigate community impact. • Provide support, guidance and appropriate referrals for community members in need of professional services and resources; be knowledgeable of campus and community resources. • Apply conflict resolution skills when responding to students in crisis, roommate conflicts, student concerns, etc. • Understand and enforce the policies and procedures of the NAU Student Code of Conduct and Campus Living Community Policies; lead with care and an educational focus on student behavior, individual and community impact, and student learning. • Serve as a hearing officer for Campus Living and the Office of the Dean of Students. Address inappropriate behavior of students incorporating a student development perspective and following due process; determine fair and appropriate educational sanctions; and complete appropriate documentation. Make conduct referrals as appropriate.
Administration & Operations - 20%
• Communicate regularly with supervisor and other ADs as needed to provide accurate, timely and detailed information, and to keep supervisor informed of situations occurring in the campus living community. • Assist with coordination of operational functions including student check-in/out, key/access card oversight, emergency room assignments, community transfers, damage charge assessments, and term transition checklist items. • Utilize software to manage occupancy, community resources, student engagement reports, student employment, facilities work orders, etc.; become proficient with primary management systems include StarRez, Maxient and TMA. • Review and collaborate with supervisor/other ADs to authorize expenditures for community engagement, community council, and staff development; ensure CL and NAU budgetary guidelines are followed. • Tour and inspect facilities to ensure building security and safety. • Provide input and feedback related to facility improvements that address student needs and enhance the community living experience. • Serve as a liaison to departmental Facilities Coordinator(s). Report, track, and follow up on facilities issues in campus living community. • Consider parents/guardians as partners in the growth and development of on campus students; within FERPA guidelines, provide timely follow up via email and/or phone with parents/guardians regarding their student concerns and experiences. • Support summer camps and conference operations including supervision of summer staff, working with Summer Camps and Conferences (SCC) to facilitate a robust summer operation. • Complete other administrative tasks and processes as assigned and needed.
Departmental Engagement - 5%
• Serve on departmental committees to coordinate and manage processes, develop schedules and trainings, address critical issues impacting students and staff, etc. • Attend scheduled weekly departmental meetings and other staff meetings, workshops, and developmental opportunities. • Open and close campus living community at the beginning and end of each term transition; submit end of semester reports. • Participate and assist in facilitating departmental student employee trainings in August and January. Plan and implement community-specific staff training sessions related to the role and areas of improvement.
Other - 5%
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
• Undergraduate Bachelor's Degree, • 2-3 years of relevant experience, • Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or related field (completed by start date).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. • Knowledge of current physical health, mental health, alcohol and drug use, and social issues on university campuses. • Knowledge of conflict mediation, crisis response and management. • Knowledge of living and learning communities. • Knowledge of higher education law, including FERPA, Title IX, HIPAA, Clery Act etc.
Skills
• Customer service skills. • Active listening skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Abilities
• Balances competing priorities. • Possesses strong leadership practices. • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships. • Communicates effectively. • Problem solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
Background Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/. is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Salary
Salary range begins at $44,422. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Benefits
This is a Service Professional (SPF) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System or the Optional Retirement Program; 22 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/benefits/. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Service Professionals are hired on a contract basis, renewable each 6 months according to https://public.powerdms.com/ABOR/documents/1499270. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/eligibility-enrollment/ on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. If a new employee chooses the ASRS retirement option, participation in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, will begin on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), which is an alternative to the ASRS plan for faculty and other appointed staff, will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. Additionally, the long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election.
Learning and Development
Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/orientation/ includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship
NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Application Deadline
March 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, http://DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/
NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6019066
We’re Hiring!
Necropsy Manager
Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California
Reports to: Associate Pathologist
Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:
This is a full-time position.
Regular onsite work is required.
Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Occasional travel to satellite facilities and/or fieldwork may be expected for this position.
Air travel to conferences within the US or overseas may be required for this position.
Compensation Range: $70,720 - $80,308 annual salary.
Benefits:
Holidays
Sick Time
Vacation
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary:
The Necropsy Manager facilitates smooth operation of the necropsy laboratory through management of logistics, consumables, equipment, maintenance of records, and samples. Through close collaboration with the Pathology & Diagnostics team, the position will facilitate the core activities of the diagnostic service: gross necropsy, histopathology, and biobanking. Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective relationships with clinical investigators, staff, and external researchers and facilitating the collection, analysis, storage, and shipment of samples for collaborative research projects.
Essential Functions:
Necropsy: 60%
Perform basic necropsy laboratory procedures as described in agreed necropsy and sampling protocols for dissection, specimen photography, specimen collection, data collection, necropsy report writing, and data entry.
Perform basic necropsy procedures (basic dissection, tissue collection/preservation, tissue trimming, sample collection, etc.) on marine mammals or sea turtles.
Ensures data entered into Center’s in-house electronic animal record system (Ruby), shipment of samples as dictated through shipping regulations, and record keeping is reflected timely and accurately. This includes archives, samples received and shipped (including histopathology samples), complete tracking documentation, and preparation of pathology materials and data for in-house biobank.
Pull samples and ship for external and/or internal testing as requested by pathologists for ancillary testing or for approved internal or external research projects, and complete entry of laboratory results into the patient record in Ruby.
Manage and maintain pathology digital photo archive, including taking necropsy and histopathology photos in accordance with protocols and after training.
Performs quality control on internal data entry for cases, samples, and various research projects for accuracy within Ruby.
Maintains necropsy facility, equipment, consumable supplies, PPE, signage, and hygiene following USDA good laboratory practice (GLP) standards.
Ensures proper adherence to biosafety procedures and protocols in accordance with OSHA and internal policies. May assist in evaluating and developing biosafety protocols.
Coordinates the disposal of carcasses, biohazard tissues, formalin, and formalin fixed tissues.
Ensures proper adherence to NOAA and other agencies permitting requirements for necropsy/pathology services at the Center.
Coordinate schedule of necropsy duty for pathologists, technical staff, and volunteers, as well as teaching hospital participants and teaching opportunities (e.g. wet labs).
Assists in coordinating review of necropsy protocols and sampling requirements on an annual basis or more frequently as required (e.g. Dependent on disease outbreaks or other unforeseen events).
Act as liaison with external partners for sea otter and sea turtle necropsies, sample collection, data collection, communication, and paperwork.
Perform field necropsy of large whales while acting as a liaison with partner agencies such as CAS, including processing samples and assembly of paperwork including necropsy reports.
Maintain equipment and sample archive for large whale necropsies.
Reviews and coordinates specimen requests and relationships for collaborative (internal and external) research projects that require pathology specimens or results, including making protocols for sample collection for the necropsy floor.
Histology: 15%
Perform basic histology laboratory procedures (trimming wet histopathology tissues).
Maintains the histopathology biobank (wet tissues, slides, paraffin blocks) similar to responsibilities described above for tissue archive, including shipping and receiving samples, sample preparation, data entry and quality control in Ruby.
Act as liaison on internal projects and cases regarding pathology/histology-based specimens and data, including specimen retrieval.
Act as liaison on external collaborative projects regarding pathology/histology-based specimens and data, including shipment and receiving samples.
Training & Educational Outreach: 10%
Trains and assists with training Teaching Hospital Program participants and pathology visitors in gross necropsy skills and anatomy.
Coordinate scheduling of and may teach wet labs and workshops for visiting participants.
Schedule and coordinate pathology visitors and Teaching Hospital Program participants.
Reviews, coordinates, and manages shipments for specimen requests and relationships for teaching (e.g. carcasses, pelts, etc.) as well as necropsy workshops, wet labs, carcasses for teaching, etc.
Assists with maintaining Teaching Hospital Program materials regarding pathology
Coordinate the safety training, courses, and compliance for the pathology team.
Train other staff or technicians on database, necropsy, histopathology, and/or biomaterial archive protocols, including shipping and other skills described above or part of daily tasks.
May present to donors or other behind-the-scenes visitors as needed.
May present at internal forums or speak with media as needed.
Leadership & Management: 10 %
Hire and oversee the work of staff; train and mentor staff members, assign duties, and monitor adherence to policies, protocols, and regulations.
Meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; performs personnel actions, such as approving timesheets and evaluating performance.
Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff member(s) and the team and to create and promote a positive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
May actively serve on organizational wide leadership committee(s)
Approves and monitors direct reports expenditures.
Represent and promote the Center through donor cultivation participation in partnership with the department as opportunities arise.
Support and prioritize the Center’s DEI objectives and integrate as opportunities arise.
Other Duties as Assigned: 5 %
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility: 1 – Necropsy Technician
May include supervisory responsibility for temporary necropsy technicians as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Commitment to the mission of The Marine Mammal Center.
Knowledge of physiology and anatomy. Basic applied knowledge of mammal and sea turtle anatomy and physiology is preferred.
Knowledge of histopathology and histology trimming/processing and methods and techniques of veterinary clinical procedures (e.g., Venipuncture).
Experience working with and handling animals/specimens in a research environment (sterile techniques, tissue harvests, collection of specimens, and other animal-related procedures).
Experience in necropsy procedures for collection of tissue samples for histopathologic evaluation and experience with technical aspects of animal necropsy including dissection, tissue collection, and instrument/equipment maintenance.
Experience with biohazard waste management and zoonotic disease/specimen management. (Required)
Working understanding of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Marine Fisheries Services (NMFS).
Skills to train staff, volunteers, and training participants in all methods/techniques and concepts pertinent to the Center’s necropsy caseload and protocols.
Ability to record, manage, analyze data, and perform statistical analysis as well as organize data and prepare written summaries, develop animal protocols, and necropsy/postmortem reports.
Ability to apply concepts and practices associated with guidelines.
Ability to maintain a clean and tidy laboratory and necropsy facility and operate equipment safely and competently to carry out tasks.
Excellent written, verbal, and active listening communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction to manage projects, priorities, fulfill commitments, and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills including attention to detail, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and time-management skills.
Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively, making determinations and judgment calls while prioritizing work activities.
Adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approaches to work; helps others adapt to new tasks and processes.
Skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word).
Skills using videoconference technology (Slack, Teams, Zoom).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, which may include staff, volunteers, training participants, and members of the public.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people across cultures, ethnic groups, and identities.
Ability to practice self-awareness and respect while engaging with people of diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Qualifications and Experience:
This position requires a combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, anatomy, or related field; or a relevant qualification such as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT), Laboratory Technician (LAT), or Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification or veterinary technician training and curriculum in a certified program; and 4 years of experience in a laboratory or related animal science with at least 2 years necropsy experience preferred; and 2 years of supervisory experience.
Respirator Fit Test required which will be provided upon hire and ongoing as necessary.
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability.
Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or waiver (medical or religious)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This position requires work in a necropsy and laboratory environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and/or biological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles, and working with strong odors associated with animals and carcasses.
This position requires work in an environment that involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials or chemicals and situations that require extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment and completion of training procedures.
This position operates in a professional office, laboratory, and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways.
Working in outdoor weather conditions and elements may be required for field necropsies.
Routinely uses standard office equipment requiring repetitive motion.
Ability to work at a desk for extended periods of time using a computer.
Ability to participate in cetacean mortality investigations, requiring training and use of sharp instruments.
Ability to perform physical work requiring manual dexterity, agility, strength, and coordination including ability to move up to 50 pounds (22kg). Ability to crouch down and work with large carcasses.
Ability to spend extended periods on your feet, walking, and climbing stairs (potentially in inclement weather conditions).
Exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.
Involves strong smells associated with dead animals (carcasses) and the care of live animals.
OUR MISSION
The Marine Mammal Center advances ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education.
ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
The Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age (40 and over), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by Federal and State law, including considerations of intersectionality where multiple protected characteristics overlap.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
Full Time
We’re Hiring!
Necropsy Manager
Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California
Reports to: Associate Pathologist
Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:
This is a full-time position.
Regular onsite work is required.
Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Occasional travel to satellite facilities and/or fieldwork may be expected for this position.
Air travel to conferences within the US or overseas may be required for this position.
Compensation Range: $70,720 - $80,308 annual salary.
Benefits:
Holidays
Sick Time
Vacation
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary:
The Necropsy Manager facilitates smooth operation of the necropsy laboratory through management of logistics, consumables, equipment, maintenance of records, and samples. Through close collaboration with the Pathology & Diagnostics team, the position will facilitate the core activities of the diagnostic service: gross necropsy, histopathology, and biobanking. Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective relationships with clinical investigators, staff, and external researchers and facilitating the collection, analysis, storage, and shipment of samples for collaborative research projects.
Essential Functions:
Necropsy: 60%
Perform basic necropsy laboratory procedures as described in agreed necropsy and sampling protocols for dissection, specimen photography, specimen collection, data collection, necropsy report writing, and data entry.
Perform basic necropsy procedures (basic dissection, tissue collection/preservation, tissue trimming, sample collection, etc.) on marine mammals or sea turtles.
Ensures data entered into Center’s in-house electronic animal record system (Ruby), shipment of samples as dictated through shipping regulations, and record keeping is reflected timely and accurately. This includes archives, samples received and shipped (including histopathology samples), complete tracking documentation, and preparation of pathology materials and data for in-house biobank.
Pull samples and ship for external and/or internal testing as requested by pathologists for ancillary testing or for approved internal or external research projects, and complete entry of laboratory results into the patient record in Ruby.
Manage and maintain pathology digital photo archive, including taking necropsy and histopathology photos in accordance with protocols and after training.
Performs quality control on internal data entry for cases, samples, and various research projects for accuracy within Ruby.
Maintains necropsy facility, equipment, consumable supplies, PPE, signage, and hygiene following USDA good laboratory practice (GLP) standards.
Ensures proper adherence to biosafety procedures and protocols in accordance with OSHA and internal policies. May assist in evaluating and developing biosafety protocols.
Coordinates the disposal of carcasses, biohazard tissues, formalin, and formalin fixed tissues.
Ensures proper adherence to NOAA and other agencies permitting requirements for necropsy/pathology services at the Center.
Coordinate schedule of necropsy duty for pathologists, technical staff, and volunteers, as well as teaching hospital participants and teaching opportunities (e.g. wet labs).
Assists in coordinating review of necropsy protocols and sampling requirements on an annual basis or more frequently as required (e.g. Dependent on disease outbreaks or other unforeseen events).
Act as liaison with external partners for sea otter and sea turtle necropsies, sample collection, data collection, communication, and paperwork.
Perform field necropsy of large whales while acting as a liaison with partner agencies such as CAS, including processing samples and assembly of paperwork including necropsy reports.
Maintain equipment and sample archive for large whale necropsies.
Reviews and coordinates specimen requests and relationships for collaborative (internal and external) research projects that require pathology specimens or results, including making protocols for sample collection for the necropsy floor.
Histology: 15%
Perform basic histology laboratory procedures (trimming wet histopathology tissues).
Maintains the histopathology biobank (wet tissues, slides, paraffin blocks) similar to responsibilities described above for tissue archive, including shipping and receiving samples, sample preparation, data entry and quality control in Ruby.
Act as liaison on internal projects and cases regarding pathology/histology-based specimens and data, including specimen retrieval.
Act as liaison on external collaborative projects regarding pathology/histology-based specimens and data, including shipment and receiving samples.
Training & Educational Outreach: 10%
Trains and assists with training Teaching Hospital Program participants and pathology visitors in gross necropsy skills and anatomy.
Coordinate scheduling of and may teach wet labs and workshops for visiting participants.
Schedule and coordinate pathology visitors and Teaching Hospital Program participants.
Reviews, coordinates, and manages shipments for specimen requests and relationships for teaching (e.g. carcasses, pelts, etc.) as well as necropsy workshops, wet labs, carcasses for teaching, etc.
Assists with maintaining Teaching Hospital Program materials regarding pathology
Coordinate the safety training, courses, and compliance for the pathology team.
Train other staff or technicians on database, necropsy, histopathology, and/or biomaterial archive protocols, including shipping and other skills described above or part of daily tasks.
May present to donors or other behind-the-scenes visitors as needed.
May present at internal forums or speak with media as needed.
Leadership & Management: 10 %
Hire and oversee the work of staff; train and mentor staff members, assign duties, and monitor adherence to policies, protocols, and regulations.
Meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; performs personnel actions, such as approving timesheets and evaluating performance.
Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff member(s) and the team and to create and promote a positive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
May actively serve on organizational wide leadership committee(s)
Approves and monitors direct reports expenditures.
Represent and promote the Center through donor cultivation participation in partnership with the department as opportunities arise.
Support and prioritize the Center’s DEI objectives and integrate as opportunities arise.
Other Duties as Assigned: 5 %
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility: 1 – Necropsy Technician
May include supervisory responsibility for temporary necropsy technicians as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Commitment to the mission of The Marine Mammal Center.
Knowledge of physiology and anatomy. Basic applied knowledge of mammal and sea turtle anatomy and physiology is preferred.
Knowledge of histopathology and histology trimming/processing and methods and techniques of veterinary clinical procedures (e.g., Venipuncture).
Experience working with and handling animals/specimens in a research environment (sterile techniques, tissue harvests, collection of specimens, and other animal-related procedures).
Experience in necropsy procedures for collection of tissue samples for histopathologic evaluation and experience with technical aspects of animal necropsy including dissection, tissue collection, and instrument/equipment maintenance.
Experience with biohazard waste management and zoonotic disease/specimen management. (Required)
Working understanding of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Marine Fisheries Services (NMFS).
Skills to train staff, volunteers, and training participants in all methods/techniques and concepts pertinent to the Center’s necropsy caseload and protocols.
Ability to record, manage, analyze data, and perform statistical analysis as well as organize data and prepare written summaries, develop animal protocols, and necropsy/postmortem reports.
Ability to apply concepts and practices associated with guidelines.
Ability to maintain a clean and tidy laboratory and necropsy facility and operate equipment safely and competently to carry out tasks.
Excellent written, verbal, and active listening communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction to manage projects, priorities, fulfill commitments, and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills including attention to detail, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and time-management skills.
Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively, making determinations and judgment calls while prioritizing work activities.
Adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approaches to work; helps others adapt to new tasks and processes.
Skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word).
Skills using videoconference technology (Slack, Teams, Zoom).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, which may include staff, volunteers, training participants, and members of the public.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people across cultures, ethnic groups, and identities.
Ability to practice self-awareness and respect while engaging with people of diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Qualifications and Experience:
This position requires a combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, anatomy, or related field; or a relevant qualification such as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT), Laboratory Technician (LAT), or Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification or veterinary technician training and curriculum in a certified program; and 4 years of experience in a laboratory or related animal science with at least 2 years necropsy experience preferred; and 2 years of supervisory experience.
Respirator Fit Test required which will be provided upon hire and ongoing as necessary.
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain standards of insurability.
Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or waiver (medical or religious)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This position requires work in a necropsy and laboratory environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and/or biological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles, and working with strong odors associated with animals and carcasses.
This position requires work in an environment that involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials or chemicals and situations that require extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment and completion of training procedures.
This position operates in a professional office, laboratory, and hospital environment both indoors and outdoors with access to other parts of the facilities via outdoor pathways.
Working in outdoor weather conditions and elements may be required for field necropsies.
Routinely uses standard office equipment requiring repetitive motion.
Ability to work at a desk for extended periods of time using a computer.
Ability to participate in cetacean mortality investigations, requiring training and use of sharp instruments.
Ability to perform physical work requiring manual dexterity, agility, strength, and coordination including ability to move up to 50 pounds (22kg). Ability to crouch down and work with large carcasses.
Ability to spend extended periods on your feet, walking, and climbing stairs (potentially in inclement weather conditions).
Exposure to allergens and zoonotic diseases.
Involves strong smells associated with dead animals (carcasses) and the care of live animals.
OUR MISSION
The Marine Mammal Center advances ocean health through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education.
ABOUT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
For more information, please visit our “About Us” page at www.marinemammalcenter.org
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and resume and provide a brief description about how your experience aligns with the role.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
The Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age (40 and over), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by Federal and State law, including considerations of intersectionality where multiple protected characteristics overlap.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Performance Play and Design Department: Assistant Teaching Professor of Playable and Participatory Media (Initial Review 10-15-24)
Position overview Position title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Playable and Participatory Media Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience; academic year (nine-month basis). A reasonable estimate for the annual salary of this position is $86,600 - $110,000. UC salary scales are publicly available. For more information, see: https://apo.ucsc.edu/compensation/salary-scales/index.html.
Percent time: Full-time (100%)
Anticipated start: July 1, 2025, with academic year beginning September 2025. Degree must be in hand by June 30, 2025 for employment beginning on July 1, 2025 and beyond.
Application Window
Open date: August 16, 2024
Next review date: Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a practitioner-educator working in playable and participatory media to join the https://theater.ucsc.edu/ as an assistant teaching professor. The chosen candidate will serve both the https://agpm.ucsc.edu/ within the Performance, Play, and Design Department, and UCSC’s interdepartmental https://creative.ucsc.edu/, a new online- and hybrid-modality undergraduate major, which is the first online bachelors degree program in the University of California system. The selected candidate will collaborate with faculty and staff in the Arts Division to develop research-driven curricula for both programs, and will guide student work in both majors.
Creative Technologies is an interdisciplinary online UCSC Arts Division program offering a justice-focused digital arts and design curriculum, dedicated to advanced, innovative pedagogy, and the cultivation of web-based and hybrid learning communities. Its course of study emphasizes collaborative creative practices, and digital media as a cultural nexus at which creative workers can nurture equity, power, representation, and imagination. Drawing its faculty from multiple departments within the Arts Division, the online program allows UCSC Arts students to transcend genres and the physical space of its campus, bridging geographically and economically remote communities. The first cohort of Creative Technologies students begins its studies in the Fall of 2024.
Performance, Play, and Design is a distinctive interdisciplinary department that blends faculty in theater, performance studies, dance, game design, digital art, music, and interactive media to create a shared environment for creative research at the forefront of performance, play, and design in the fields of games, art, performance and interactive media in the digital and analog realms, with a focus on social justice, impact, and equity. Within this context, faculty continue to grow the Art & Design: Games and Playable Media Program to develop innovative approaches to game design and game creation, to encourage artistic and experimental approaches to play, and to engage with contemporary issues of justice and critical approaches to play and interactivity in order to push the bounds of interactive media.
The selected candidate will demonstrate a successful record of college-/university-level teaching in critical fields related to participatory media. The candidate will show significant promise in teaching innovation, and will have experience with hybrid and/or web-based teaching and learning technologies. The ideal candidate will have significant teaching experience in an online format, as well as experience developing and designing courses that explore, leverage, and benefit from innovative platforms for online pedagogy. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate service and leadership experience, and a capacity to mobilize people and resources toward the cultivation of community and excellence in an evolving interdisciplinary institution. Special consideration may be offered for candidates who have teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: creative coding/coding for artists; interactivity; sound and vision technology; computer vision, audition, and other machine sensing; digital environments; physical computing; movement and performance technologies; and DIY tools. We encourage applicants who engage contemporary issues in media, or technologies of transmission and interaction, design justice and art interventions; and who define their creative work broadly and inclusively, across or transcending traditional disciplinary, genre, or media categories, and who have significant experience in modes of production that center approaches that challenge conventional notions of authorship and audience, or are otherwise intensively collaborative. We welcome and encourage national and international applicants working in any of a wide range of creative practices, including one or more of the general areas described above, but not limited to them. This position is based at UC Santa Cruz, and requires regular in-person presence at the campus, excepting in cases of sabbatical leaves and other leaves of absence. The selected candidate will be expected to serve as program chair of one or both programs in the future.
The Arts Division at the University of California, Santa Cruz seeks candidates for this position who understand barriers facing traditionally underrepresented, marginalized, and historically excluded groups in the classroom and in higher education; who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community; and who have engaged in teaching, research, professional and/or public service contributions that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These contributions may include, but need not be limited to, pedagogical strategies that contribute to the advancement of access and equal opportunity in education and participation in activities that support the recruitment, retention, and success of scholars and students from diverse backgrounds. For more information, see the https://arts.ucsc.edu/page/arts-division-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-statement, https://arts.ucsc.edu/page/performance-play-design-department-diversity-equity-and-inclusion, and https://creative.ucsc.edu/about/justice-focused/ DEI statements.
The candidate must provide materials documenting they meet the advertised Basic Qualifications, but we also ask applicants to identify in their application materials if they possess any of the following areas of expertise:
• Demonstrated experience in advanced and innovative approaches to teaching, including teaching in course designs aided and enhanced by digital media • Demonstrated experience in, and knowledge of, contemporary arts/design practices • Demonstrated critical engagement with emerging media technologies • Demonstrated experience working with underrepresented students and communities of color in research, teaching, service, advising, and mentoring
UC Santa Cruz is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution with a high proportion of first-in-family undergraduate students. The campus supports research and teaching with grants awarded by the Committee on Research, the Committee on Teaching, and other groups. In addition to encouraging participation in robust departmental, divisional, and campus mentoring, the campus offers a https://academicaffairs.ucsc.edu/faculty-community-networking-program/ to support its instructors’ development and career advancement.
The campus operates on a schedule of three 11-week quarters per academic year. In accordance with workload policy, PPD teaching professor faculty serve as the primary instructor for six 5-unit courses per year, with an additional two course equivalencies (for eight in total) reserved for service. All faculty are required to undertake administrative service for the department, division, and University, in consultation with their unit chair or director.
The assistant teaching professor title confers the rights and responsibilities of membership in the Academic Senate and the title is analogous to a tenure-track position.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer
• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH. • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination • https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf
Performance, Play, and Design Department: https://theater.ucsc.edu/
Creative Technologies Program: https://creative.ucsc.edu/
Art & Design: Games and Playable Media Program: https://agpm.ucsc.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in an area of expertise related to Playable and Participatory Media (equivalent foreign degrees will be considered); or a demonstrated record of college or university-level teaching experience and at least six years of a creative practice in performance, play, and design.
For applicants who do not possess the applicable terminal degree when they submit their applications, they must document in their application materials (e.g., c.v., cover letter, etc.) that their projected date for completing their degree will be on or before June 30, 2025.
Application Requirements
Document requirements Given our department’s focus on decolonial approaches to teaching, research, and service, our search committee will conduct a preliminary screening of applications solely based on (1) the Teaching Statement and (2) the Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate effective strategies that support the recruitment and success of underrepresented scholars and students.
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Preliminary Screening Document) - Statement addressing your understanding of the barriers facing traditionally underrepresented groups and your past and/or future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and professional or public service. Candidates are urged to https://apo.ucsc.edu/diversity.html before preparing their application.
• Statement of Teaching (Preliminary Screening Document)
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Briefly summarize your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching (Set 1 of 3 required) - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching (Set 2 of 3 required) - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching (Set 3 of 3 required) - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind. (Optional)
• Student Evaluations of Teaching - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind. (Optional)
• Portfolio of Creative Work, including descriptions of included work - Portfolio must be submitted in PDF format, please include descriptions of work.
• Sample Course Material - Submit a sample document such as a course syllabus, sample assignment, course interface, etc.
• Sample Course Material - Submit a sample document such as a course syllabus, sample assignment, course interface, etc.
(Optional)
• Sample Course Material - Submit a sample document such as a course syllabus, sample assignment, course interface, etc.
(Optional)
• Writing Sample (Optional)
• Examples of Student Work - Example of student work must be submitted in PDF format. The PDF may include a variety of links, texts, or sample images documenting student work.
(Optional)
Reference requirements
• 3-5 required (contact information only)
To acknowledge and reduce the labor involved in acquiring letters of recommendation, the hiring unit will request confidential letters* from only the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration. Applicants are advised to speak to potential references in anticipation of a future letter submission request and to advise them that they will need to submit their confidential letters within two weeks of the submission request.
Applicants must provide the names and contact information of their references (a minimum of three references is required and a maximum of five will be permitted). Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.
*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm Apply link: https://apptrkr.com/5561195
Help contact: espitz@ucsc.edu
About UC Santa Cruz
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the https://equity.ucsc.edu/ at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by email at equity@ucsc.edu.
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUBiz3WS3zErEGOhSOu7KZZPzGkTwr_2/view?usp=sharing. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.
Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify). The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/102.530.html).
UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.
If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.
UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-northern-california/ to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.
The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
VISIT UC Santa Cruz: https://www.ucsc.edu
Job location
Santa Cruz, California.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5561195
Full Time
Performance Play and Design Department: Assistant Teaching Professor of Playable and Participatory Media (Initial Review 10-15-24)
Position overview Position title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Playable and Participatory Media Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience; academic year (nine-month basis). A reasonable estimate for the annual salary of this position is $86,600 - $110,000. UC salary scales are publicly available. For more information, see: https://apo.ucsc.edu/compensation/salary-scales/index.html.
Percent time: Full-time (100%)
Anticipated start: July 1, 2025, with academic year beginning September 2025. Degree must be in hand by June 30, 2025 for employment beginning on July 1, 2025 and beyond.
Application Window
Open date: August 16, 2024
Next review date: Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a practitioner-educator working in playable and participatory media to join the https://theater.ucsc.edu/ as an assistant teaching professor. The chosen candidate will serve both the https://agpm.ucsc.edu/ within the Performance, Play, and Design Department, and UCSC’s interdepartmental https://creative.ucsc.edu/, a new online- and hybrid-modality undergraduate major, which is the first online bachelors degree program in the University of California system. The selected candidate will collaborate with faculty and staff in the Arts Division to develop research-driven curricula for both programs, and will guide student work in both majors.
Creative Technologies is an interdisciplinary online UCSC Arts Division program offering a justice-focused digital arts and design curriculum, dedicated to advanced, innovative pedagogy, and the cultivation of web-based and hybrid learning communities. Its course of study emphasizes collaborative creative practices, and digital media as a cultural nexus at which creative workers can nurture equity, power, representation, and imagination. Drawing its faculty from multiple departments within the Arts Division, the online program allows UCSC Arts students to transcend genres and the physical space of its campus, bridging geographically and economically remote communities. The first cohort of Creative Technologies students begins its studies in the Fall of 2024.
Performance, Play, and Design is a distinctive interdisciplinary department that blends faculty in theater, performance studies, dance, game design, digital art, music, and interactive media to create a shared environment for creative research at the forefront of performance, play, and design in the fields of games, art, performance and interactive media in the digital and analog realms, with a focus on social justice, impact, and equity. Within this context, faculty continue to grow the Art & Design: Games and Playable Media Program to develop innovative approaches to game design and game creation, to encourage artistic and experimental approaches to play, and to engage with contemporary issues of justice and critical approaches to play and interactivity in order to push the bounds of interactive media.
The selected candidate will demonstrate a successful record of college-/university-level teaching in critical fields related to participatory media. The candidate will show significant promise in teaching innovation, and will have experience with hybrid and/or web-based teaching and learning technologies. The ideal candidate will have significant teaching experience in an online format, as well as experience developing and designing courses that explore, leverage, and benefit from innovative platforms for online pedagogy. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate service and leadership experience, and a capacity to mobilize people and resources toward the cultivation of community and excellence in an evolving interdisciplinary institution. Special consideration may be offered for candidates who have teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: creative coding/coding for artists; interactivity; sound and vision technology; computer vision, audition, and other machine sensing; digital environments; physical computing; movement and performance technologies; and DIY tools. We encourage applicants who engage contemporary issues in media, or technologies of transmission and interaction, design justice and art interventions; and who define their creative work broadly and inclusively, across or transcending traditional disciplinary, genre, or media categories, and who have significant experience in modes of production that center approaches that challenge conventional notions of authorship and audience, or are otherwise intensively collaborative. We welcome and encourage national and international applicants working in any of a wide range of creative practices, including one or more of the general areas described above, but not limited to them. This position is based at UC Santa Cruz, and requires regular in-person presence at the campus, excepting in cases of sabbatical leaves and other leaves of absence. The selected candidate will be expected to serve as program chair of one or both programs in the future.
The Arts Division at the University of California, Santa Cruz seeks candidates for this position who understand barriers facing traditionally underrepresented, marginalized, and historically excluded groups in the classroom and in higher education; who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community; and who have engaged in teaching, research, professional and/or public service contributions that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These contributions may include, but need not be limited to, pedagogical strategies that contribute to the advancement of access and equal opportunity in education and participation in activities that support the recruitment, retention, and success of scholars and students from diverse backgrounds. For more information, see the https://arts.ucsc.edu/page/arts-division-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-statement, https://arts.ucsc.edu/page/performance-play-design-department-diversity-equity-and-inclusion, and https://creative.ucsc.edu/about/justice-focused/ DEI statements.
The candidate must provide materials documenting they meet the advertised Basic Qualifications, but we also ask applicants to identify in their application materials if they possess any of the following areas of expertise:
• Demonstrated experience in advanced and innovative approaches to teaching, including teaching in course designs aided and enhanced by digital media • Demonstrated experience in, and knowledge of, contemporary arts/design practices • Demonstrated critical engagement with emerging media technologies • Demonstrated experience working with underrepresented students and communities of color in research, teaching, service, advising, and mentoring
UC Santa Cruz is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution with a high proportion of first-in-family undergraduate students. The campus supports research and teaching with grants awarded by the Committee on Research, the Committee on Teaching, and other groups. In addition to encouraging participation in robust departmental, divisional, and campus mentoring, the campus offers a https://academicaffairs.ucsc.edu/faculty-community-networking-program/ to support its instructors’ development and career advancement.
The campus operates on a schedule of three 11-week quarters per academic year. In accordance with workload policy, PPD teaching professor faculty serve as the primary instructor for six 5-unit courses per year, with an additional two course equivalencies (for eight in total) reserved for service. All faculty are required to undertake administrative service for the department, division, and University, in consultation with their unit chair or director.
The assistant teaching professor title confers the rights and responsibilities of membership in the Academic Senate and the title is analogous to a tenure-track position.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer
• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH. • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination • https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf
Performance, Play, and Design Department: https://theater.ucsc.edu/
Creative Technologies Program: https://creative.ucsc.edu/
Art & Design: Games and Playable Media Program: https://agpm.ucsc.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in an area of expertise related to Playable and Participatory Media (equivalent foreign degrees will be considered); or a demonstrated record of college or university-level teaching experience and at least six years of a creative practice in performance, play, and design.
For applicants who do not possess the applicable terminal degree when they submit their applications, they must document in their application materials (e.g., c.v., cover letter, etc.) that their projected date for completing their degree will be on or before June 30, 2025.
Application Requirements
Document requirements Given our department’s focus on decolonial approaches to teaching, research, and service, our search committee will conduct a preliminary screening of applications solely based on (1) the Teaching Statement and (2) the Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate effective strategies that support the recruitment and success of underrepresented scholars and students.
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Preliminary Screening Document) - Statement addressing your understanding of the barriers facing traditionally underrepresented groups and your past and/or future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and professional or public service. Candidates are urged to https://apo.ucsc.edu/diversity.html before preparing their application.
• Statement of Teaching (Preliminary Screening Document)
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Briefly summarize your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching (Set 1 of 3 required) - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching (Set 2 of 3 required) - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching (Set 3 of 3 required) - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind.
• Student Evaluations of Teaching - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind. (Optional)
• Student Evaluations of Teaching - Reviewers of these evaluations are aware that systematic biases unfavorable to protected demographics are known to impact student evaluations of teaching. Our equity-focused assessment makes every effort to account for biases of that kind. (Optional)
• Portfolio of Creative Work, including descriptions of included work - Portfolio must be submitted in PDF format, please include descriptions of work.
• Sample Course Material - Submit a sample document such as a course syllabus, sample assignment, course interface, etc.
• Sample Course Material - Submit a sample document such as a course syllabus, sample assignment, course interface, etc.
(Optional)
• Sample Course Material - Submit a sample document such as a course syllabus, sample assignment, course interface, etc.
(Optional)
• Writing Sample (Optional)
• Examples of Student Work - Example of student work must be submitted in PDF format. The PDF may include a variety of links, texts, or sample images documenting student work.
(Optional)
Reference requirements
• 3-5 required (contact information only)
To acknowledge and reduce the labor involved in acquiring letters of recommendation, the hiring unit will request confidential letters* from only the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration. Applicants are advised to speak to potential references in anticipation of a future letter submission request and to advise them that they will need to submit their confidential letters within two weeks of the submission request.
Applicants must provide the names and contact information of their references (a minimum of three references is required and a maximum of five will be permitted). Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.
*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm Apply link: https://apptrkr.com/5561195
Help contact: espitz@ucsc.edu
About UC Santa Cruz
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the https://equity.ucsc.edu/ at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by email at equity@ucsc.edu.
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUBiz3WS3zErEGOhSOu7KZZPzGkTwr_2/view?usp=sharing. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.
Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify). The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/102.530.html).
UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.
If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.
UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-northern-california/ to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.
The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
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Job location
Santa Cruz, California.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5561195
Assistant Professor of Education Policy and Equity
Job no: 534178
Work type: Faculty - Tenure Track
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Education, Economics, Sociology, Public Policy and Planning
Department: Education Studies Rank: Assistant Professor Annual Basis: 9 Month
Application Deadline
To be assured of consideration, complete applications should be received by October 15, 2024. Position open until filled.
Required Application Materials
Please upload the following documents into your online application: 1) Cover letter (4 pp. max) expressing your interest and directly addressing your minimum and preferred qualifications relevant to the position including a description of:
• Your research, including your current and planned research activities and interests;
• How your research, teaching, and experiences contribute to equity in ways that disrupt or dismantle systems of oppression;
• Your teaching experience and interests, such as your philosophy of teaching, prior teaching and/or mentoring experience, and teaching interests at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Why you are passionate about bringing your vision to the Department of Education Studies including the undergraduate Educational Foundations program and masters' program in Education Policy and Leadership. 2) Curriculum Vitae
Note: The online application requires contact information for three references. Reference checks will be conducted for finalists.
Candidates currently completing your doctorate: You are welcome to apply. Please note that the doctoral degree must be completed by the September 16, 2025, start date.
Position Announcement
The Department of Education Studies (EDST) in the University of Oregon's (UO) College of Education (COE) is seeking applications for a tenure-line faculty position in Education Policy and Equity at the assistant professor rank. This individual will contribute to curriculum development, instruction, and leadership that relates to developing and analyzing educational policy as it enables or restricts equity. In a state context with significant equity-oriented education policies in K-12 and higher education, and a rich history of Indigenous, Latinx, Black, Asian, LGBTQ+, and differently-abled educators, leaders, and activists advocating for education policies, we invite this scholar to expand our students' fluency in how education policy plays a critical role in shaping equity, justice, antiracism, and/or tribal sovereignty in schools. Further, we welcome this scholar's contributions to state, local, and national efforts to evaluate, create, alter, and/or implement education policy.
Candidates may have any focal area of policy expertise and we invite scholars whose work integrates multiple disciplinary perspectives in the conceptualization, evaluation, and/or implementation of education policies. Similarly, candidates may approach their policy research using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods designs. Possible examples include:
• Policy toward access and success of historically marginalized students in higher education.
• Teacher policy including the preparation, recruitment, development, and retention of Latinx, Black, Indigenous, and Asian teachers.
• Critical policy studies that look beyond access and seek transformation of existing institutions.
• Comparative education policy that decenters a U.S. perspective and instead takes a transnational approach to understanding education systems, structures, and policies.
This position's primary instructional duties will be in two programs: (1) the Educational Foundations (EdF) undergraduate program, and (2) the Education Policy and Leadership (EPoL) Master of Science program. Also included are opportunities to work in UOTeach (MEd), Quantitative Research Methods in Education (PhD), Critical and Sociocultural Studies in Education (PhD), and other graduate programs at the university depending on the candidate's experience, expertise, and interest. Teaching loads are determined in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the COE professional responsibilities workload policy. The current policy states that the teaching load for tenure-track faculty in the UO COE is five courses per year, taught over three quarters. Faculty who apply for external grants teach four courses per year, taught over three quarters.
The position start date is September 16, 2025 to align with our academic year quarter system.
For questions about the position, contact the search chair, Dr. Ilana Umansky at mailto:ilanau@uoregon.edu.
Department or Program Summary
The COE at the UO is a community of leading researchers and practitioners dedicated to transformational scholarship, integrated teaching, and collaborative practice designed to enhance individual lives and systems within a culture that values diversity and promotes respect and inclusion. The COE is home to 3 academic departments, 14 academic degree programs, 14 research and outreach units, the HEDCO Clinic, and the HEDCO Institute. Our goal at the COE is to set our graduates on career-long paths to purposeful, reflective, creative, and meaningful careers. Addressing inequity and racial injustice is a thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusing on critical and effective systems and pedagogies.
The Department of Education Studies (EDST) in the COE is home to five-degree programs focused on general education: a BA/BS in Educational Foundations (EdF); the UOTeach master's degree leading to teaching licensure; the Education Policy and Leadership (EPoL) master's degree program; the Ph.D. program in Critical and Sociocultural Studies in Education (CSSE); and the PhD program in Quantitative Research Methods in Education (QRME). EDST is also home to the Indigenous-led Sapsik'ʷała teacher preparation program which operates as a Consortium with the nine federally recognized Tribal Nations in Oregon. The successful applicant will demonstrate a commitment to building and sustaining a multidisciplinary community and the capacity to contribute to EDST's record of excellence in scholarship, teaching, service, and commitment to equity and inclusion.
The EdF program is one of the top 10 requested undergraduate majors at UO, supports diverse groups of undergraduate students, and centers on social justice in education. While the contributions of this new hire to EdF will depend on the scholar, possible courses might include a large survey course for all EdF students and an upper division course.
The new hire will also be a core faculty member for EDST's EPoL program, which is entering its third year. The EPoL graduate program is the only education policy program in the state of Oregon and one of only a few on the West Coast. We look forward to working with our new colleague to identify both new and existing courses to teach within EPoL.
Minimum Requirements
• Doctoral degree by September 16, 2025, in Education, Public Policy, Economics, Sociology, Ethnic or Cultural Studies, or a related field
• Record or evidence of potential for strong scholarly productivity related to education policy and equity
• Demonstrated capacity or potential to conduct, administer, and sustain a rigorous program of research
• Record of teaching at K-12, undergraduate, and/or graduate levels
Preferred Qualifications
• Sustained scholarship on the topic of education policy as it expands or constricts specific forms of educational equity
• Strong methodological training and application
• Evidence of grant funding or strong potential for grant funding to support program of research
• Record of successfully partnering with education agencies (local, Tribal, state, or federal) and/or with historically marginalized communities or student populations
• Experience advising and mentoring students, including first-generation, Latinx, Asian, Indigenous, Black, or other students of color
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and collegially in an interdisciplinary and ideologically diverse academic setting
About the University
The UO is located on Kalapuya Ilihi, the traditional Indigenous homeland of the Kalapuya people (see more at: https://inclusion.uoregon.edu/about-DEI). Consistently listed as one of the best places to live in the U.S., Eugene, Oregon, has a metropolitan population of just under 400,000 and is lauded for its good schools, affordability, strong job market, thriving music and arts scenes, and access to the outdoors, including both beaches and snow-capped mountains.
The State of Oregon was founded using white supremacist logics, dispossession of Indigenous homelands, and violence against Black, Indigenous, and people of color. The University of Oregon, as a state institution situated on Kalapuya Ilihi, has inherited this legacy and benefits from it. EDST seeks to be a leader in being truthful about these histories and the contemporary forms of violence happening throughout society, including in schools. We seek to lead in curricular, pedagogical, research, and public scholarship innovations and interventions that redress inequitable, oppressive histories and provide generative futures for all students, families, and communities. We welcome you to submit an application so we may learn about your critical work and your vision for working at EDST in COE at UO.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed https://investigations.uoregon.edu/reporting.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5497973
Full Time
Assistant Professor of Education Policy and Equity
Job no: 534178
Work type: Faculty - Tenure Track
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Education, Economics, Sociology, Public Policy and Planning
Department: Education Studies Rank: Assistant Professor Annual Basis: 9 Month
Application Deadline
To be assured of consideration, complete applications should be received by October 15, 2024. Position open until filled.
Required Application Materials
Please upload the following documents into your online application: 1) Cover letter (4 pp. max) expressing your interest and directly addressing your minimum and preferred qualifications relevant to the position including a description of:
• Your research, including your current and planned research activities and interests;
• How your research, teaching, and experiences contribute to equity in ways that disrupt or dismantle systems of oppression;
• Your teaching experience and interests, such as your philosophy of teaching, prior teaching and/or mentoring experience, and teaching interests at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Why you are passionate about bringing your vision to the Department of Education Studies including the undergraduate Educational Foundations program and masters' program in Education Policy and Leadership. 2) Curriculum Vitae
Note: The online application requires contact information for three references. Reference checks will be conducted for finalists.
Candidates currently completing your doctorate: You are welcome to apply. Please note that the doctoral degree must be completed by the September 16, 2025, start date.
Position Announcement
The Department of Education Studies (EDST) in the University of Oregon's (UO) College of Education (COE) is seeking applications for a tenure-line faculty position in Education Policy and Equity at the assistant professor rank. This individual will contribute to curriculum development, instruction, and leadership that relates to developing and analyzing educational policy as it enables or restricts equity. In a state context with significant equity-oriented education policies in K-12 and higher education, and a rich history of Indigenous, Latinx, Black, Asian, LGBTQ+, and differently-abled educators, leaders, and activists advocating for education policies, we invite this scholar to expand our students' fluency in how education policy plays a critical role in shaping equity, justice, antiracism, and/or tribal sovereignty in schools. Further, we welcome this scholar's contributions to state, local, and national efforts to evaluate, create, alter, and/or implement education policy.
Candidates may have any focal area of policy expertise and we invite scholars whose work integrates multiple disciplinary perspectives in the conceptualization, evaluation, and/or implementation of education policies. Similarly, candidates may approach their policy research using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods designs. Possible examples include:
• Policy toward access and success of historically marginalized students in higher education.
• Teacher policy including the preparation, recruitment, development, and retention of Latinx, Black, Indigenous, and Asian teachers.
• Critical policy studies that look beyond access and seek transformation of existing institutions.
• Comparative education policy that decenters a U.S. perspective and instead takes a transnational approach to understanding education systems, structures, and policies.
This position's primary instructional duties will be in two programs: (1) the Educational Foundations (EdF) undergraduate program, and (2) the Education Policy and Leadership (EPoL) Master of Science program. Also included are opportunities to work in UOTeach (MEd), Quantitative Research Methods in Education (PhD), Critical and Sociocultural Studies in Education (PhD), and other graduate programs at the university depending on the candidate's experience, expertise, and interest. Teaching loads are determined in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the COE professional responsibilities workload policy. The current policy states that the teaching load for tenure-track faculty in the UO COE is five courses per year, taught over three quarters. Faculty who apply for external grants teach four courses per year, taught over three quarters.
The position start date is September 16, 2025 to align with our academic year quarter system.
For questions about the position, contact the search chair, Dr. Ilana Umansky at mailto:ilanau@uoregon.edu.
Department or Program Summary
The COE at the UO is a community of leading researchers and practitioners dedicated to transformational scholarship, integrated teaching, and collaborative practice designed to enhance individual lives and systems within a culture that values diversity and promotes respect and inclusion. The COE is home to 3 academic departments, 14 academic degree programs, 14 research and outreach units, the HEDCO Clinic, and the HEDCO Institute. Our goal at the COE is to set our graduates on career-long paths to purposeful, reflective, creative, and meaningful careers. Addressing inequity and racial injustice is a thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusing on critical and effective systems and pedagogies.
The Department of Education Studies (EDST) in the COE is home to five-degree programs focused on general education: a BA/BS in Educational Foundations (EdF); the UOTeach master's degree leading to teaching licensure; the Education Policy and Leadership (EPoL) master's degree program; the Ph.D. program in Critical and Sociocultural Studies in Education (CSSE); and the PhD program in Quantitative Research Methods in Education (QRME). EDST is also home to the Indigenous-led Sapsik'ʷała teacher preparation program which operates as a Consortium with the nine federally recognized Tribal Nations in Oregon. The successful applicant will demonstrate a commitment to building and sustaining a multidisciplinary community and the capacity to contribute to EDST's record of excellence in scholarship, teaching, service, and commitment to equity and inclusion.
The EdF program is one of the top 10 requested undergraduate majors at UO, supports diverse groups of undergraduate students, and centers on social justice in education. While the contributions of this new hire to EdF will depend on the scholar, possible courses might include a large survey course for all EdF students and an upper division course.
The new hire will also be a core faculty member for EDST's EPoL program, which is entering its third year. The EPoL graduate program is the only education policy program in the state of Oregon and one of only a few on the West Coast. We look forward to working with our new colleague to identify both new and existing courses to teach within EPoL.
Minimum Requirements
• Doctoral degree by September 16, 2025, in Education, Public Policy, Economics, Sociology, Ethnic or Cultural Studies, or a related field
• Record or evidence of potential for strong scholarly productivity related to education policy and equity
• Demonstrated capacity or potential to conduct, administer, and sustain a rigorous program of research
• Record of teaching at K-12, undergraduate, and/or graduate levels
Preferred Qualifications
• Sustained scholarship on the topic of education policy as it expands or constricts specific forms of educational equity
• Strong methodological training and application
• Evidence of grant funding or strong potential for grant funding to support program of research
• Record of successfully partnering with education agencies (local, Tribal, state, or federal) and/or with historically marginalized communities or student populations
• Experience advising and mentoring students, including first-generation, Latinx, Asian, Indigenous, Black, or other students of color
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and collegially in an interdisciplinary and ideologically diverse academic setting
About the University
The UO is located on Kalapuya Ilihi, the traditional Indigenous homeland of the Kalapuya people (see more at: https://inclusion.uoregon.edu/about-DEI). Consistently listed as one of the best places to live in the U.S., Eugene, Oregon, has a metropolitan population of just under 400,000 and is lauded for its good schools, affordability, strong job market, thriving music and arts scenes, and access to the outdoors, including both beaches and snow-capped mountains.
The State of Oregon was founded using white supremacist logics, dispossession of Indigenous homelands, and violence against Black, Indigenous, and people of color. The University of Oregon, as a state institution situated on Kalapuya Ilihi, has inherited this legacy and benefits from it. EDST seeks to be a leader in being truthful about these histories and the contemporary forms of violence happening throughout society, including in schools. We seek to lead in curricular, pedagogical, research, and public scholarship innovations and interventions that redress inequitable, oppressive histories and provide generative futures for all students, families, and communities. We welcome you to submit an application so we may learn about your critical work and your vision for working at EDST in COE at UO.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed https://investigations.uoregon.edu/reporting.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5497973