Instructor: Oregon State University

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/180132

Based within the College of Liberal Arts, Marine Studies (MAST) an interdisciplinary major that explores the dynamic relationship between humans and the marine environment. MAST majors take course work in social sciences, arts, and humanities, as well as a selection of marine science classes. While MAST recognizes the essential role that the natural sciences play in understanding the seas, this degree trains students to examine, filter, and express their knowledge and learning through humanistic and cultural lenses. The MAST fulltime instructor will cover required MAST courses including MAST 201 Humans and Ocean, MAST 300 Society, Culture, and the Marine Environment, and MAST 444 Writing for Marine Studies. 

  • Master’s degree in a social science discipline with research expertise in Marine Studies or Marine Social Sciences or related field with clear relevance to marine or coastal systems. 
  • Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching, including the ability to design and deliver in-person and online courses in marine social science, marine policy, or interdisciplinary marine topics.
  • Ability to clearly communicate complex social science and policy concepts to diverse student audiences and to mentor students from varied backgrounds in an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
  • Ability to engage productively with faculty, students, and curricula across disciplines, contributing to interdisciplinary teaching and academic programs.
  • Evident commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity. 
  • PhD in a social science discipline with research expertise in Marine Studies or Marine Social Sciences or related field with clear relevance to marine or coastal systems 
  • Willingness to teach undergraduate students, including majors, minors, and non-majors across all course levels (introductory, CORE ed, etc.).
  • Experience in teaching interdisciplinary or experiential Courses
  • Potential to contribute to program support and service