Director of the TERA Solutions Hub

Position Details

Position Information

Department VP for Research (RIP)

Position Title Administrator 3-Res & Serv Ops

Job Title Director of the TERA Solutions Hub

Appointment Type Professional Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Division of Research and Innovation, Office for Research Advancement, is seeking a Director of the Transdisciplinary, Translational and Engaged Research Advancement Solutions Hub. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Director of the TERA Solutions Hub will serve all of campus through the Division of Research and Innovation ( DRI ), Office for Research Advancement ( ORA ) as the lead for the Transdisciplinary, Translational and Engaged Research Advancement ( TERA ) Solutions Hub associated with the Jen-Hsun Huang and Lori Mills Huang Collaborative Innovation Complex (Huang Complex). The Director will collaborate within DRI and across OSU and with external partner organizations to cultivate teams to pursue large proposals and improve transdisciplinary, translational and engaged research outcomes through professional development, faculty coaching, incentive programs, partnership brokering and training. The Director will cultivate external partnerships to enhance OSUs transdisciplinary and solutions-oriented research and innovation enterprise toward shared prosperity for Oregon and beyond. They will oversee and grow a small team of staff dedicated to the TERA mission: to enable big discoveries that drive solutions and fuel a thriving world by advancing transdisciplinary, translational, and engaged research practices and OSU competitiveness for large-scale extramurally funded research.

The TERA hub mission will be carried out as part of the Huang Complex envisioned as a “dynamic home for team-based transdisciplinary research and teaching.” It will host the resources and supports to catapult creative, driven faculty and students to come together to solve critical challenges facing the world in areas such as climate science, clean energy and water resources.” The space, computing power, technologies, human resources and AI-enabled approaches associated with the Huang complex will be fertile ground for team-based and transdisciplinary research that advances OSU’s strategic plan Prosperity Widely Shared ( PWS ). The Director will be responsible for developing and delivering substantial professional development and resources that support teams in pursuit of large federal, philanthropic and industry-partnered opportunities. The TERA hub will operate in coordination with the Huang Complex, the Division of Extension and Engagement, the Office of Economic Development and Industry Relations, the Division of Academic Affairs, the Office of Institutional Diversity and OSU Colleges, Centers and Institutes.

TERA Solutions Hub goals are to proactively:

• Build capacity among faculty and their research partners and collaborators to boost their potential to find solutions to the critical challenges facing Oregon and the world.
• Broker partnerships with communities, institutions, organizations, businesses, industry, and governments to enable growth in OSU research opportunities and impacts.
• Cultivate connections between faculty, students, and research collaborators across all campuses, colleges, centers and institutes, and disciplines.
  
  

The Director will be responsible to build the Hub over a period of two years which is envisioned to include three core programs:

TERA Academy is an annual professional development program for early and mid-career faculty that provides mentoring, coaching and seed funds to support the development of transdisciplinary teams and pursuit of large extramural grant support for ambitious research programs. This Academy will build on the structure and successes of the already established Research Advancement Academy through which researchers build skills in collaborative and team science practices including engaged research.

TERA Incubator in which the TERA team curates and incubates high-functioning transdisciplinary teams that include key external partners (communities, governments, organizations and industry) to anticipate and pursue large awards and investments that establish OSU as a leader in a particular solution area.

TERA Launch ensures that teams awarded substantial extramural funds launch quickly and efficiently through trained bridge support that will facilitate new teams in establishing high functioning communications and work practices to set and meet early benchmarks and accelerate the pace of discovery.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
  
  

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
  
  

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

35% – Faculty Development and Coaching

• Develop and deliver evidence-based programs that support faculty and teams to meet the missions of TERA , the Huang Complex, and DRI .
• Refine curriculum and structure of existing faculty development in research programs.
• Oversee equitable recruitment and selection of faculty and teams into professional development programs.
• Establish and support needed mentoring relationships and provide direct coaching to faculty to support their efforts to grow their research enterprises.
• Work with faculty teams to develop effective team science practices including adaptive project management, communications, shared vision development, benchmarking, outreach and engagement and translational activities.
• Establish a new program to institutionalize strategic project management that ensures success of transdisciplinary teams with new significant research awards.
• Collaborate to develop assessment protocols to monitor and program successes and returns on investment.
• Support efforts to coordinate faculty development efforts across OSU .
• Report to DRI and OSU leadership on program outcomes.
  
  

30% – Strategic Research Development and Integration

• Collaborate with DRI leadership, Government Affairs, Extension and Engagement and the OSU Foundation in identifying, cultivating and pursuing large extramural funding opportunities.
• Align TERA activities with OSU strategic priorities, college and external partners’ needs
• Support efforts to identify and reduce structural and cultural barriers to achieving the TERA mission and goals.
• Engage as a partner with the OSU Foundation to showcase the TERA programs and successes.
• Advise and consult on the development of large proposals in collaboration with the ORA staff and colleges.
• Manage resources, set policies, and make recommendations to leadership associated with seed fund, fellowships and other incentive programs to advance research.
  
  

20% – Partnership and team development

• Coordinate with EDIR , OSU Advantage, Division of Extension and Engagement, the Office of Institutional Diversity, and Colleges to inventory existing and cultivate new priority partnerships with external organizations for the purpose of developing transdisciplinary research partnerships.
• Design, develop and host programs and events to support relationship building with internal and external partners.
• Establish partnership arrangements such as MOUs, and letters of support/collaboration with external partners as needed.
• Support coordination across OSUs to ensure alignment and transparency in partnership development activities.
  
  

15% – TERA Hub Management and Other duties as assigned

• Hiring, supervision, and management of the TERA Team.
• Serve as Deputy to the AVP -RA as assigned.
• Collaborate, support and integrate with Huang Complex programs and initiatives.
• Attend professional meetings and conferences to develop skills and capacities that support the Huang Complex and TERA mission.
• Represent OSU and participate in relevant national communities, research and publishing related to the Huang Complex and TERA missions.
  
  

What You Will Need

• PhD or EdD in science (including social sciences), engineering, communications, journalism, English, education, business or another relevant field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of experience in research and/or higher education organizational development and management.
• At least three years of experience with successful design, implementation and facilitation of effective faculty focused professional development programming.
• At least three years of experience working in or facilitating meaningful partnerships with community groups, NGOs, and/or government entities.
• Ability to develop and foster intra- and inter-institutional and inter-organizational research partnerships with a wide variety of universities and constituencies in alignment with strategic plans or initiatives.
• Ability to understand and interpret current national research trends and relevant federal policies to support transdisciplinary teams in their efforts to align with current and future funding opportunities.
• Ability to critically synthesize and apply current research and scholarship about transdisciplinary/translational/engaged and team science practices to research development activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while being responsive to the needs of both leadership and stakeholders.
• Ability to cultivate inclusive transdisciplinary research teams that value diverse epistemologies, methodologies, and disciplinary traditions.
  
  

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Demonstrable experience in leading or co-leading the development of large-scale collaborative proposals for research funding or investments.
• Experience as a PI, Co-PI, Director or Project Manager of a large (i.e. >$5MIL) funded research program.
• Experience working for a research-granting organization.
• Knowledge of the funding mechanisms and opportunities at NIH , NSF , Dept of Education, USDA , Dept of Energy, and Dept of Defense or other large sponsors.
• Specific experience coaching researchers and research teams across disciplines and organizations.
  
  

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position is full-time in person in a private office, or shared workspace with access to private meeting space, on the OSU Corvallis campus. Most work is expected during regular business hours, although some projects may require extended or flex hours. Regular in-state and regional travel is required to visit OSU campuses, facilities and partners. Additional travel may occur 1-3 times per year. No international travel is expected.

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $94,353.00 - $124,185.00

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/178147

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09791UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 03/16/2026

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 04/24/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A Curriculum Vitae
• A Cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
  
  

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:

Julie Risien

Julie.Risien@oregonstate.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .