Teaching Assistant Professor in Ocean Technology
Position Overview
Organization: School of Oceanography
Title: Teaching Assistant Professor in Ocean Technology
Position Details
Position Description
The University of Washington School of Oceanography seeks a full-time (100% FTE), 9-month non-tenured faculty position at the level of Teaching Assistant Professor with specialization in teaching Ocean Technology. The appointee will be responsible for leading the teaching of Ocean Technology. The Assistant Teaching Professor will be hired on a multi-year appointment with a 9-month service period (September 16 through June 15) and the option for additional support through scholarly activities during the summer. The initial appointment will be for three years with a renewal decision at the end of the second year. Although this position is not tenure eligible, it includes faculty voting rights and a pathway for career advancement and promotion in rank. The anticipated start date of the position is December 16, 2023.
The Ocean Technology program aims to a) introduce students to the technologies involved in environmental observations, primarily for the ocean, b) provide skills needed to integrate technology and data analysis into scientific inquiry, and teach how they connect various branches of oceanography, c) help students develop practical skills using tools and instruments common in ocean observations, and d) prepare students for a career in science-driven ocean technology.
The successful candidate for this position will lead our Ocean Technology program, develop new courses and research mentorship programs, and expand areas of teaching expertise within the School of Oceanography.
All UW faculty engage in teaching, scholarship and service. Teaching Professors in the School of Oceanography are educational professionals who exhibit instructional excellence through leadership, outreach, pedagogical advances and the scholarship of teaching and learning. The expectation is the position is the long-term developing relationships across ocean science, marine technology and engineering.
The successful candidate will:
- teach 4-6 courses per year (quarter system) across all levels in the School of Oceanography and possibly in the Marine Biology program. Specific teaching responsibilities will be commensurate with curricular needs, and may include:
- a large enrollment introductory course in ocean sensing, with a lab
- an upper division course in sensor building
- a combined level (OCEAN 161, 261, 361 and 461) studio course in ocean technology
- a variable credit studio courses in ocean technology
- mentor both undergraduate and graduate students in ocean technology coursework and in informal settings
- advance educational scholarship in the teaching program with an emphasis on innovative pedagogy and supporting the university-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- play an active role in School, College and University leadership, for example, by engaging in governance, serving on committees, contributing to the implementation of best practices throughout the instructional program and the training and mentoring of undergraduate helpers and graduate teaching assistants.
In each of these areas, applicants should provide in their application statements documentation to enable assessment of their experience.
Our School strives to create an inclusive and welcoming environment where people of all backgrounds, who bring a range of perspectives and life experiences, are welcomed, heard and supported. We acknowledge that if the marine sciences do not adequately reflect the diversity of national and local populations, then marine policy and management are much less likely to reflect the knowledge, interest and will of impacted communities. We seek candidates who will contribute substantially to these efforts and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. In all aspects of this position, the candidate will join us to promote a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment for students, faculty, staff, and the public.
The base salary range for this position will be $8,000-$11,000 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Other compensation associated with this position may include a moving allowance, a relocation incentive and/or limited commitment of summer salary.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree, or foreign equivalent, in Oceanography or a related field by the start date of the appointment and at least one year of teaching experience at the university level in both the design and teaching of large enrollment ocean technology courses with a laboratory or studio component. Knowledge and expertise in building instruments and sensors to make observations and monitor the marine environment is also required.
Instructions
We are committed to a holistic review of applicants, recognizing that applicants have varying life circumstances, pandemic experiences, and access to resources. Broad categories to be considered during the reviewing process include an applicant’s teaching creativity and accomplishments, experience in developing or using ocean technology, mentoring experience and philosophy, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), potential to succeed at the UW, and leadership capabilities.
As detailed below, applicants are asked to submit evidence describing ideas and plans for innovative and high-quality teaching in the area of ocean technology, and to provide examples of teaching with an emphasis at the introductory undergraduate level and at the advanced undergraduate level.
To apply, applicants should upload the following materials to Interfolio (a cover letter is not requested and will not be included in the review process):
(1) a curriculum vitae that includes educational background, positions held, and a list of teaching and mentoring experience, experience in ocean technology, presentations and publications in the scholarship of teaching and learning, scientific research publications, any grants obtained and other relevant activities such as fieldwork, leadership experience, service, and outreach.
(2) a statement of experience in ocean technology (maximum 1000 words). This statement is an opportunity for the applicant to summarize their experience designing and building instruments/sensors to observe or monitor the marine environment and provide examples of curricular materials that use data to help students answer complex, interdisciplinary research questions and enhance their ability to ask innovative questions with wider impact.
(3) a teaching statement (maximum 1000 words). This is an opportunity for the applicant to summarize their formal and informal teaching experiences, their contributions to the scholarship of teaching and learning, their educational mentoring experiences, including mentoring of undergraduate student research and graduate Teaching Assistants, their approach to interdisciplinary and inclusive teaching, and their strategies and vision for how they might contribute at the introductory and advanced level undergraduate curricula in the School of Oceanography in Ocean Technology and, if appropriate, the undergraduate curricula in Marine Biology.
More information about teaching in these programs can be found at https://www.ocean.washington.edu/story/Bachelor_Degrees_in_Oceanography
https://www.ocean.washington.edu/story/OTP_Home
(4) a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) statement (maximum 1000 words). This statement is an opportunity for the applicant to highlight experiences with enhancing community engagement and equity through working with indigenous and underserved communities, and contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment. This statement is also an opportunity to describe future goals and specific ways the applicant might help or lead efforts to advance a shared commitment to DEI.
(5) the names, affiliations, and contact information for three academic or professional references.
Applications received by November 10, 2023, will receive priority consideration. The position will be open until filled.
Questions regarding the application process and interview process can be directed to oceanjob@uw.edu.
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University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
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