Instructor Pool - 2025/2026

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university is seeking dedicated instructors for its Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering programs. This role involves teaching core courses and developing engaging instructional materials for both in-person and online formats. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusivity in their teaching approach. The university offers a vibrant community committed to student success and provides a comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place for educators passionate about shaping the next generation of engineers.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reduction Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Master’s in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field required.
• Ph.D. preferred with teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lectures and labs for engineering courses.
• Manage graduate teaching assistants and promote inclusive learning.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Good Communication Skills

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Ph.D. in Engineering

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

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.

For additional information please contact:
Jeff Nason
[e-mail]

• Some appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis.
• Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 Academic Year as opportunities become available.
• Because this is a 2025/2026 Instructor pool, you may or may not be contacted if not selected.

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 [e-mail] .

Position Information

Department

Department Sch of Chem/Bio/Envr Eng (ECB)

Position Title

Position Title Instructor

Job Title

Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location

Benefits Eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering ( CBEE ) within the College of Engineering invites applications for 9-month, full-time and part-time, fixed-term, non-tenure-track instructors to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2025/2026 academic year. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the School Head.

One or more fixed-term, non-tenure track Instructor positions may be needed on a term-by-term basis for the 2025/2026 academic year, to teach in the following areas: CBEE core courses including, but not limited to, material and energy balances, engineering problem solving and computation, and writing intensive laboratories; Bioengineering with topics including, but not limited to, bioreactors, bioseparations, cellular/molecular engineering, bioengineering laboratories, social justice/ethics, and design; Chemical Engineering with topics including, but not limited to, transport, thermodynamics, chemical engineering laboratories, and plant design. Environmental Engineering with topics including, but not limited to, bioreactors, environmental engineering laboratories, water and air treatment, and design. Teaching assignment(s) may be on campus in Corvallis, OR or online through E-campus. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head. Salary is competitive and will be negotiated with the School Head

CBEE provides formal education to undergraduate and graduate students, conducts public service activities, and performs sponsored and unsponsored research for the benefit of various entities, including the state of Oregon, private industry, and the federal government. COE is committed to being a national model of inclusivity and collaboration, striving to develop a community of faculty, students, and staff that is collaborative, diverse, and centered on student success. We seek applicants who will broaden our capacity to advance student success across individual identities, racial/ethnic categories and socioeconomic backgrounds.

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.

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

95% Teaching and related duties

• Develop and deliver lectures, laboratories, studios, and student projects.
• Employ evidence-based teaching practices, including use of active, inclusive, and student-centered learning approaches.
• Manage graduate teaching assistants and learning assistants involved in assigned courses.
• Complete necessary due diligence related to the assigned courses to complete the tracking and processes for assessment requirements.

5% Service

• Participate in School and program meetings.

What You Will Need

• Master’s in subject/field of instruction (Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field)
• Teaching experience
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity by contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment that emphasizes collaborative interactions with colleagues, students, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.

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

• Ph.D. degree in subject/field of instruction (Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field)
• Prior experience as instructor/teacher at undergraduate level or equivalent industrial experiences as a trainer in technical courses.
• Experience with course management tools such as Canvas.
• Experience developing instructional materials for multiple modalities.
• Experience with online teaching.
• Familiarity with the Oregon State engineering curriculum

Instructors at Oregon State University are committed to undergraduate and graduate student success. We seek Instructors who have evidence of educating and mentoring a diverse group of learners, which may include experience with serving on student thesis committees, directing internships, student mentoring or advising, service learning courses, sponsoring clubs, or innovation pedagogies such as hybrid or online learning as appropriate.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Working conditions vary depending upon courses assigned.

Pay Method

Pay Period

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

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:

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.

For additional information please contact:
Jeff Nason
[e-mail]

• Some appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis.
• Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 Academic Year as opportunities become available.
• Because this is a 2025/2026 Instructor pool, you may or may not be contacted if not selected.

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 [e-mail] .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

Notice of Availability:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing [e-mail] .

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