Assistant Professor In Chemistry Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

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Position Details
Proposed Start Date
09/16/2027
Rank
C - Assistant Professor
Working Title
Assistant Professor
Position Number
D96826
Representation
AU - AAUP
Faculty Type
Tenure Track
Fixed Term End Date:
Position FTE
1
Term of Service
9 month
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The School of Business is AACSB-accredited, has a strong commitment to both research and teaching, and serves over 3,000 students. In 2022, Portland State University was ranked #41 by U.S. News and World Report in terms of the "most innovative" universities in the nation. The university is dispersed over 49 acres of green space amidst the cultural and business center of downtown Portland. Portland is a thriving city of natural beauty, considered to be a model for livability, environmental stewardship, and new urbanism principles. Portland is located within a 90-minute drive of mountains and the Oregon coast.
Position Summary
This is a 9-month tenure track position starting 9/16/2027. A terminal degree in Accounting and a CPA or CMA certification are required. Public accounting experience and prior teaching experience is required. Preference will be given to applicants whose research topics and/or methods complement or augment existing faculty. The School seeks candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Primary Activity
I - Instructional
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements for the position include:
(1) An earned doctorate with an emphasis in Accounting from a nationally-accredited institution;
(2) Current evidence or promise of a strong and innovative program of behavioral accounting research appropriate to career stage;
(3) Recent evidence or promise of high-quality teaching effectiveness in accounting,
(4) Experience or demonstrated ability to teach managerial accounting and accounting information systems/systems-related content;
(5) A minimum of two years of professional accounting experience;
(6) CPA or CMA certification;
(7) A strong and continuing commitment to research and teaching; and
(8) An interest in teaching in both traditional in person as well as online modes and primarily undergraduate courses, with the possibility of graduate courses, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Key Cultural Competencies
• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Professional Standards of Conduct
At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary for this position will be $150,000 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions
Additional Information
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required
Yes
If you have questions
please email the search committee chair, Joleen Mena at j.mena@pdx.edu.
Search Details
Posting Close Date
Projected Close Date for Posting
Open Until Finalists Identified
Application screening begins
Will you consider an ABD applicant for this position?
No
If yes, when must the degree be earned?
If necessary, would you be willing to sponsor the succcessful applicant for permanent US residence, now or in the future?
Yes