Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Engineering

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 transition to instructional roles at the Dean's discretion.

Applications reviewed throughout the academic year; anticipated start dates include December 16 or March 16. Positions located in Bend, Oregon with duties spanning teaching and student advising.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in one of the listed fields is required.
• Preferred: PhD or terminal degree in one of the listed fields.
• Independent teaching experience at college/university level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach course(s) term-by-term in Energy Systems, Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• Complete course assessments and improve teaching effectiveness.
• Advise students with regular office hours and recordkeeping; assist with grades.

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Energy Systems

Master’s degree in Engineering

PhD or terminal degree

Job description

Important Notifications:

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted “end date”. Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply.

Department:

OSU Cascades

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications will be reviewed and considered as opportunities arise throughout the 2026/2027 academic year.

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

1. A Resume/CV; and

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

2. Transcripts (upload as a separate document)

For additional information please contact:

Johana Hernandez

[e-mail]

Job Summary:

The Engineering 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.

The intention of this pool is to collect applications for current or future opportunities and does not necessarily imply a position is available at this time.

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

The primary mission of the Engineering 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 course(s) term-by-term in one or more of these disciplines:
  • Energy Systems
  • Engineering
  • Computer Engineering.
• Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.

Participate in advising and mentoring students:

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement:
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Energy Systems
  • Engineering
  • Computer Engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed above (or a closely related field).
• Independent 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.

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

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted “end date”. Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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].