Education ​/ Teaching Instructor, University Professor

Job Summary

The College of Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term Instructor position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Dean. Instructors will be expected to primarily teach courses in the following areas:
1) difference power and oppression within the engineering field and/or
2) transitioning to studying at a university. These courses are part of OSU’s signature core education and are important for the development and success of engineering students. In addition, instructors may be asked to teach engineering courses for the College of Engineering or different academic units, depending on the teaching need and background of the instructor. The position promotes critical-thinking, and advances students’ knowledge and skills.

The incumbent will develop and deliver courses that impart essential skills and practical knowledge. They will also contribute to a community of students, faculty, and staff that embraces diversity and inclusive practices to foster collaboration and equalize student success.

• Teaching (90%) Develop, improve, and teach courses each year per the college’s teaching workload guidelines. Deliver lectures, laboratories, studios, and student projects; employ evidence-based teaching practices, including active, inclusive, student-centered approaches; manage graduate teaching assistants and learning assistants as needed; conduct assessment of course learning objectives & outcomes; identify, propose, develop, and teach industry-relevant Ecampus courses.
• Service (10%) Engage as a collegial member of school, college, and university; participate in or lead committees or groups; attend meetings and contribute to outreach activities; advise students, project groups, student organizations, honors students, or senior project teams; respond to and contribute to OSU initiatives promoting student success and diversity.

Applicants must possess the following:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related field needed to teach the courses.
• Master’s degree in engineering or a related field needed to teach the courses.
• Education, certificate, or experience that prepares the candidate for teaching courses related to inclusivity in engineering.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products.
• Teaching experience, or ability to demonstrate an ability to effectively teach.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity by contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment that emphasizes collaborative interactions with colleagues, students, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.

• PhD degree in engineering or a related field needed to teach the courses.
• Prior experience in university-level engineering lecture and laboratory instruction.
• Prior experience with teaching or advocating for concepts related to difference, power and oppression.
• Prior experience working with and/or teaching transfer students.
• Prior experience as instructor/teacher at undergraduate level or equivalent industrial experience as a trainer in technical courses.
• Evidence of educating and mentoring a diverse group of learners, including experience serving on student thesis committees, directing internships, student mentoring or advising, service-learning courses, sponsoring clubs, or innovation pedagogies such as hybrid or online learning as appropriate.

Classroom, laboratories, and office.

Benefits for eligible positions include medical, dental, vision, and basic life coverage (with 95% premium coverage for employee and eligible dependents). Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, counseling resources, retirement savings paid by the university, paid leave package (holidays, vacation, sickness), tuition reduction benefits for employees and qualifying dependents at OSU or other Oregon Public Universities, robust work‑life programs, optional lifestyle benefits, and a commitment to a health‑promoting environment.

Job location:

Not specified. Remote or hybrid option:
Not specified. Compensation:
Salary 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.