Teaching Assistant Professor
Portland State University
Position Announcement Position Details Proposed Start Date 09/16/2025 Rank CT - Teaching Assistant Professor Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor Position Number D91808 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Fixed Term Instructional (up to 3 years) Fixed Term End Date: 06/15/2026 Position FTE 1.0 Term of Service 9 month Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept Portland State’s 49-acre downtown campus is located in the heart of one of America’s most vibrant centers of culture, business and technology. We are recognized throughout the world for programs like Urban Planning, Social Work, and Environmental Studies that directly engage the community, and aim our students towards the creation of a better, more sustainable world.
University Studies is the general education program for Portland State University. It is required of all undergraduates with the exception of students in the honors program and certain pre-professional health programs. University Studies collaborates widely across academic units at Portland State University, working with 40 academic departments and programs to deliver over 150 UNST-specific and almost 200 affiliated courses per term. As our mission statement explains, University Studies’ inclusive, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-based pedagogy:
• Provokes students to build self-efficacy through relational learning across difference.
• Encourages a community of educators to practice engaged teaching for transformative learning.
• Advances civic engagement, reflective practice, and the scholarship of teaching and learning.
The program consists of five main components each with its own organizational structure: Senior Inquiry (which brings our First Year Inquiry into area high schools). First Year Inquiry, Sophomore Inquiry/Clusters, the Capstones, the Higher Education in Prison Program, and the Mentor Program. Each of these components has its distinct characteristics and is administratively led by a person selected for that purpose in compliance with program procedures. Position Summary UNST Teaching Assistant Professors (TAP) are core-faculty members in University Studies (UNST). Faculty in this position teach our interdisciplinary First Year Inquiry and Sophomore Inquiry courses, and other UNST general education courses as assigned by the Executive Director and/or Associate Executive Director. For this position a scholarly background in the Humanities is required.
Appointments will include responsibility for undergraduate education, participation in assessment, conference attendance, and professional activities. The ability to work with, mentor and advise students and peer mentors of diverse populations and participate in departmental, college/ school, or university service are required.
Various assignments for fixed-term instructional and research faculty may include direct instruction, supporting scholarly activities, and service to the University, community, and profession. Expectations for the position are summarized below and will be the principal components upon which annual review and reappointment decisions will be based. The position description is incorporated by reference in the Notice of Appointment, consistent with the practices outlined for fixed-term faculty in the current PSU-AAUP collective bargaining agreement (Article 18).
Please note, this position is open to PSU employees only. Primary Activity I - Instructional Minimum Qualifications Ph.D., Terminal Degree or equivalent expertise and recognized scholarship in the Humanities.
Demonstrated record of interdisciplinary scholarship and curriculum development.
Commitment to general education and student centered holistic learning.
Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications A strong commitment and background in student-centered pedagogy and engaged learning, which can include the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Broad experience teaching across the levels.
Experience teaching First Year Inquiry (FRINQ) and Sophomore Inquiry (SINQ) UNST courses. Particularly the following Sophomore Inquiry themes: Gender & Sexualities; Interpreting the Past; and Global Perspectives.
Experience teaching first-generation students from historically marginalized groups. Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of 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, respect ul, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. 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 $74,016 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. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package. Application Instructions Additional Information *Internal search approved for current PSU employees only.
#internal Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please provide the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three professional references. References will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for this job. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes If you have questions For questions, please contact Krys Roth, klroth@pdx.edu Search Details Posting Close Date 06/19/2025 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins 06/12/2025 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? No Reference Requests Reference Requests Accept References No Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References Cutoff Date Special Instruction for Reference Provider Supplemental Questions
University Studies is the general education program for Portland State University. It is required of all undergraduates with the exception of students in the honors program and certain pre-professional health programs. University Studies collaborates widely across academic units at Portland State University, working with 40 academic departments and programs to deliver over 150 UNST-specific and almost 200 affiliated courses per term. As our mission statement explains, University Studies’ inclusive, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-based pedagogy:
• Provokes students to build self-efficacy through relational learning across difference.
• Encourages a community of educators to practice engaged teaching for transformative learning.
• Advances civic engagement, reflective practice, and the scholarship of teaching and learning.
The program consists of five main components each with its own organizational structure: Senior Inquiry (which brings our First Year Inquiry into area high schools). First Year Inquiry, Sophomore Inquiry/Clusters, the Capstones, the Higher Education in Prison Program, and the Mentor Program. Each of these components has its distinct characteristics and is administratively led by a person selected for that purpose in compliance with program procedures. Position Summary UNST Teaching Assistant Professors (TAP) are core-faculty members in University Studies (UNST). Faculty in this position teach our interdisciplinary First Year Inquiry and Sophomore Inquiry courses, and other UNST general education courses as assigned by the Executive Director and/or Associate Executive Director. For this position a scholarly background in the Humanities is required.
Appointments will include responsibility for undergraduate education, participation in assessment, conference attendance, and professional activities. The ability to work with, mentor and advise students and peer mentors of diverse populations and participate in departmental, college/ school, or university service are required.
Various assignments for fixed-term instructional and research faculty may include direct instruction, supporting scholarly activities, and service to the University, community, and profession. Expectations for the position are summarized below and will be the principal components upon which annual review and reappointment decisions will be based. The position description is incorporated by reference in the Notice of Appointment, consistent with the practices outlined for fixed-term faculty in the current PSU-AAUP collective bargaining agreement (Article 18).
Please note, this position is open to PSU employees only. Primary Activity I - Instructional Minimum Qualifications Ph.D., Terminal Degree or equivalent expertise and recognized scholarship in the Humanities.
Demonstrated record of interdisciplinary scholarship and curriculum development.
Commitment to general education and student centered holistic learning.
Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications A strong commitment and background in student-centered pedagogy and engaged learning, which can include the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Broad experience teaching across the levels.
Experience teaching First Year Inquiry (FRINQ) and Sophomore Inquiry (SINQ) UNST courses. Particularly the following Sophomore Inquiry themes: Gender & Sexualities; Interpreting the Past; and Global Perspectives.
Experience teaching first-generation students from historically marginalized groups. Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of 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, respect ul, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. 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 $74,016 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. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package. Application Instructions Additional Information *Internal search approved for current PSU employees only.
#internal Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please provide the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three professional references. References will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for this job. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes If you have questions For questions, please contact Krys Roth, klroth@pdx.edu Search Details Posting Close Date 06/19/2025 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins 06/12/2025 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? No Reference Requests Reference Requests Accept References No Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References Cutoff Date Special Instruction for Reference Provider Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received your doctoral degree.(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience of interdisciplinary instruction at the undergrad level.(Open Ended Question)
* What does it mean to have a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion? How have you demonstrated that commitment, and how would you develop and apply your commitment to create a classroom environment that is welcoming, inclusive and responsive to diverse points of view and learning styles)? Please limit your answer to 500 words.(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience teaching undergraduate, writing intensive courses.(Open Ended Question)
* Are you currently employed with Portland State University? Yes No * How did you first find out about this position? PSU Website Indeed.com HERCJobs Urban League of Portland Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Oregon Employment Department Social Media Person Referral Career Builder Glass Door Other - Please describe in the next Question If you selected Other, please describe.(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Teaching Philosophy Professional References Optional Documents
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