Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026: Biology

Oregon State University; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reduction

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Biology Program at Oregon State University – Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for fixed-term, non-tenure-track Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2025-2026 year and Fall Term 2026. Positions may be renewed or transitioned to instructional roles at the Dean's discretion.

Appointments may begin Sept 16, 2025, Dec 16, 2025, Mar 16, 2026, or Sept 16, 2026, and will occur on the Bend campus, teaching on-campus undergraduate Biology courses.

Qualifications

• University-level teaching experience required; ability to design and assess biology courses.
• Curriculum development experience for biology courses; inclusive teaching practices.
• Strong communication and collaboration with colleagues and students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate biology courses on a term-by-term basis.
• Support course assessment processes and improve teaching effectiveness.
• Advise and mentor students; maintain regular office hours and assess student learning outcomes.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Inclusive teaching

Education

PhD or terminal degree in Biology or related field

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)

Position Title Instructor

Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026: Biology

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Bend

Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Biology Program at OSU -Cascades in Bend, Oregon, invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term by term basis for the 2025-2026 academic year and Fall Term 2026. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs.

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year and Fall Term 2026, as opportunities become available.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the following areas: Biology.

If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025, March 16, 2026, or September 16, 2026.

The primary mission of the Biology Program is to provide undergraduate level education and the curriculum encompasses most standard fields of the discipline. This position is designed to foster critical thinking, advance student’s knowledge and skills through the teaching of various discipline/courses. The incumbent(s) are expected to provide an intellectual foundation for students concerning the discipline. The courses serve students in degree programs.

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
• 7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) 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
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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:

• 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.

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Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

95%: Teaching:

• Administer and teach courses(s) term-by-term in Biology.
• Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Activities directly related to the education and curricular achievement of students through instruction, assessment and the curation of the program’s student learning outcomes.
• Teach undergraduate credit courses as assigned. This includes (if applicable); in-class activities, associated laboratory and/or field experiences, class administration, and holding regular office hours, in keeping with the highest professional standards for instruction.
• Develop curriculum and/or revise courses aimed at improving student success.
• Demonstrate sustained commitment to creating and maintaining an inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Provide students with the tools and knowledge to achieve course student learning outcomes.
• Evaluation and purchase of suitable laboratory course materials in cooperation with academic leadership.

5%: Participate in advising and mentoring students:

• Advise students, be available for regular office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks, including assignment of grades.

What You Will Need

• Biology
• Biochemistry
• Microbiology
• Botany
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Molecular Biology

Demonstrated successful independent university level instructional experience, including curriculum development in Biology courses.

Knowledge of laboratory safety and appropriate use of facilities.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

This position MAY be 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

• PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed above (or a closely related field).
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.
• Minimum of three years of demonstrated successful independent university level instructional experience, including curriculum development in foundational Biology courses.
• Minimum of three years of demonstrated successful instruction of introductory undergraduate Biology lecture and laboratory courses.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Work schedule may vary depending upon student needs and engagement in campus and/or program activities.

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 Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

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

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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 ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/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 [e-mail].

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.