Instructor Pool - Fall Kinesiology

Instructor Pool - Fall 2026:
Kinesiology Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications will be considered throughout the Fall 2026 academic term as opportunities become available.

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.

For additional information please contact:
Adriana Harper, adriana.harper

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.

The Kinesiology program in the School of Exercise, Sports, and Health Science in the College of Health at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more fixed term, non‑tenure track full/part‑time Instructor positions to teach courses 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 School Head.

Salary is competitive and will be negotiated with the School Head. Interested applicants should have expertise in the core areas of Kinesiology listed above.

100% Teaching: Teach and administer undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology and/or Athletic Training. Hold regular office hours to assist students with coursework and answer questions regarding curriculum. May supervise graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants.

• MS in Kinesiology, Exercise & Sport Science, or closely related discipline appropriate to the field of teaching/instructional tasks.
• Experience with modern pedagogical techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences verbally and in writing.
• Evident commitment to educational equity.

• PhD in Kinesiology, Exercise & Sport Science, or closely related discipline appropriate to the field of teaching/instructional tasks.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life insurance (OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents).
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• Paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• VETERANS ONLY:
  Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation; information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed).

Applications will be considered throughout the Fall 2026 academic term as opportunities become available.