Instructor Pool - Computer Science

OSU Cascades

The Computer Science 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  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 submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are December 16, 2026 and March 16, 2027.

The primary mission of the Computer Science Program at OSU-Cascades is to provide undergraduate level education. The curriculum encompasses most standard fields of the discipline. This position is designed to foster critical thinking, and 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:
  • Computer Science
  • Software/Web Development
  • Management Information Systems
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.
• A demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

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.

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 ations.

For additional information please contact:

Johana Hernandez

Johana.

Hernandez