Pro Tempore Curriculum Development Director/Lecturer

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Oregon seeks a Pro Tempore Curriculum Development Director/Lecturer (12-month basis) in the Knight Campus division of Bioengineering. The role involves teaching, curriculum planning for undergrad and grad programs, and advising students. Collaboration with faculty and industry partners is emphasized to shape impactful learning experiences.

The position requires a Ph.D. and leadership in curricula development, with opportunities to influence growth of multidisciplinary programs and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from an accredited higher education institution.
• Relevant experience in curricula development, engineering education, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Teach technical and professional development courses.
• Lead curriculum planning for undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Contribute to student recruitment and advising.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Diverse learning styles

Education

Ph.D. from an accredited institution

Ph.D. in Bioengineering/ Biomedical Engineering or related field

Job description

Pro Tempore Curriculum Development Director/Lecturer

Department: Knight Campus

Rank: Lecturer

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

February 28, 2026 (updated); position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with your current CV, please submit a cover letter ofinterest detailing your expertise and motivation for applying

Department Summary

The Department of Bioengineering at the Knight Campus forAccelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious initiative designedto fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improvethe quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and theworld. The Knight Campus creates the intellectual infrastructure toestablish Oregon as a center for both research and development,making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. TheKnight Campus is reshaping the higher education land scape in Oregonby training the next generations of bioengineers and scientists,forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creatingnew educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduatestudents. The Knight Campus supports a dynamic externally sponsoredresearch portfolio, a diverse set of graduate academic programming,innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives, and an active externalaffairs program.

Position Summary

The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a CurriculumDevelopment Director/Lecturer to help shape and strengthen ourrapidly growing academic programs. In this role, the successfulcandidate will teach both technical and professional developmentcourses, lead curriculum planning for undergraduate and graduateprograms, and contribute to student recruitment and advising. Thisposition offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with facultyand students to design meaningful learning experiences that preparefuture bioengineers for success in research, industry, and relatedfields. As part of the Knight Campus, the successful candidate willjoin a dynamic, interdisciplinary community that values innovation,collaboration, and real-world impact.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. from an accredited higher education institution
• Relevant experience in curricula development, engineeringeducation, and leadership.

Professional Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with and incorporate diverse learning styles intocurriculum and program materials

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or relatedengineering field
• 3 years of related experience in engineering-related fields
• Experience working on a team

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfulcompletion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefitspackage to eligible employees, including health insurance,retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information aboutbenefits, visit ourwebsite.

• health insurance
• retirement plans
• paid time off

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