Instructor Pool - Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition & Public Health

Instructor Pool - 2025/2026:
Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition & Public Health Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications will be reviewed and considered as opportunities arise throughout the 2025/2026 academic year.

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

• A resume/CV
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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Department:
Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)

Position Title:

Instructor

Job Title:

Instructor Pool - 2025/2026:
Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition & Public Health

Appointment Type:
Academic Faculty

Job Location:

Bend, Oregon

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Remote or Hybrid option?:
No

OSU
-Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for one or more fixed‑term, non‑tenure‑track full or 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 Senior Associate Dean.

Instructions:
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 Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition & Public Health.

Anticipated start date(s):
September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025 or March 16, 2026.

The primary mission of the Kinesiology Program 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 students’ 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.

Include in your cover letter which courses you are prepared to teach.

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.

95% – Administer and teach course(s) term‑by‑term in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition & Public Health. Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.

5% – Participate in advising and mentoring students:
Advise students, be available for regular office hours, complete record‑keeping and minor administrative tasks, including assignment of grades.

• Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement:
  Kinesiology or Exercise Science.

• PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field).
• Five years of professional experience and certifications.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level, a strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity, service to students.

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

Pay Period:…