Instructor Pool - Humanities

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Humanities role at Oregon State University

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The Liberal Studies 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 humanities courses on a term‑by‑term basis for the 2025‑2026 academic year. Some appointments may be reviewed for renewal annually at the discretion of the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year as opportunities become available.

Position Details

• Department: Academic Program / Student Affairs (LCB)
• Job Title: Instructor Pool – 2025/2026:
  Humanities
• Appointment Type: Academic Faculty
• Location: Bend, Oregon
• Benefits Eligible: Dependent:
  Hours Worked/Duration

Instructor may be needed to teach on‑campus undergraduate courses in the following areas:
History, Philosophy, or Social Sciences. If hired into a term‑appointment, the anticipated start dates are December 16, 2025, or March 16, 2026.

• The majority (≈90%) of duties involve teaching: administer and teach course(s) term‑by‑term in History, Philosophy, or Social Sciences; complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• The remaining duties (≈10%) involve advising and mentoring students: advise students, hold office hours, complete record‑keeping and minor administrative tasks.

Master’s degree in one of the following fields (or related field) is required:
History, Philosophy, or Social Sciences.

• PhD or terminal degree in one of the listed fields (or related field)
• Teaching experience at the college or university level; a strong commitment to undergraduate educational equity and service to students.

Work schedule may vary depending on 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.

• Posting Number: P09579UF
• Number of Vacancies:
  Varies
• Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 12/16/2025
• Anticipated Appointment End Date: 06/15/2026
• Posting Date: 12/01/2025
• Closing Date: 06/15/2026

• Applications will be considered throughout the 2025‑2026 academic year.
• Required documents: curriculum vitae and cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
• Provide names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.

Johana Hernandez
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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.