Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Political Science
Oregon State University
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Political Science is required.
- PhD in a related field is preferred.
- Experience in college-level teaching is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in Political Science.
- Assess course effectiveness and improve teaching methods.
- Advise students and participate in departmental activities.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Position Details
Position Information
Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
Position Title Instructor
Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Political Science
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Social Sciences 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. 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 as opportunities become available.
This position is located in Bend, Oregon.
Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the following area(s): Political Science. If hired into a term-appointment, the anticipated start dates are September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025, or March 16, 2026.
The primary mission of the Social Sciences Program at OSU -Cascades 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.
OSU -Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon is a branch campus of Oregon State University. Established in 2001, the university currently enrolls more than 1,100 students in bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The campus expanded to a four-year university in 2015, and opened its new campus in 2016. OSU -Cascades is engaged in building a culturally diverse and community-centric educational environment.
Why OSU?
Why OSU -Cascades?
Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU -Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.
With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU -Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:
Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024.
- 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
- 78% from Oregon
- 42% Central Oregonians
- 24% first generation students
- 23% students of color
- 19 students on average per class
- 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
- 5,625 degrees awarded since founding
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU -Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research underway at OSU -Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU -Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.
Campus Development
OSU -Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.
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
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.
Key Responsibilities
95%: Teaching:
Administer and teach course(s) term-by-term in Economics.
Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
5%: Participate in advising and mentoring students:
Advise students, be available for office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks.
What You Will Need
Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement: Political Science.
What We Would Like You To Have
- PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field): Political Science
- Teaching experience at the college or university level, a strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity, service to students.
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.
Link To Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/156530
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09332UF
Number of Vacancies Varies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026
Posting Date 08/07/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 06/15/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be considered throughout the 2025-2026 Academic Year.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- Curriculum Vitae; and
- Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
- Transcripts. Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed.
For additional information please contact:
Johana Hernandez
johana.hernandez@osucasdes.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.
- Seniority levelNot Applicable
- Employment typePart-time
- Job functionEducation and Training
- IndustriesHigher Education
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