Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Business & Management

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for fixed-term, non-tenure-track instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2026/2027 academic year. Some appointments may be renewed or transitioned to instructional roles at the Dean's discretion. Applications will be considered throughout the academic year.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon. Start dates include December 16 or March 16.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, International Business, or related field.
• Commitment to undergraduate education and equity.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses term-by-term in General Business Administration and related disciplines.
• Complete course assessments and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Advise students, hold office hours, and complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks.
• Contribute to program activities and service to students.

Skills

Teaching

Advising

Assessment

Curriculum design

Education

Master’s degree (Business Admin / related)

PhD or terminal degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Business 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 2026/2027 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 academic year, as opportunities become available.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

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

The primary mission of the Business 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.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching

• Administer and teach courses(s) term-by-term or in one or more these disciplines:
  • General Business Administration Management
• Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.

Participate in advising and mentoring students

• Advise students, be available for office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement:
  • Business Administration
  • International Business

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field).
• Teaching experience at the college or university level, a strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity, service to students.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

Working Conditions/Schedule:

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

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-12-16

Anticipated End Date:

2027-06-15

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. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and 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].