Instructor Pool - Anthropology

The Social Sciences 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 primary mission of the Social Sciences Program at OSU-Cascades is to provide undergraduate level education in support of a variety of majors. 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. If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are December 16 or March 16.

Teaching:
Administer and teach course(s) term-by-term in Anthropology. 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.

• Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement:
  Anthropology Social Sciences

• 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.

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

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

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

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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.

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