Instructor Pool - Fall Kinesiology

Instructor Pool
- Fall 2026:
Kinesiology

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: 1. A resume/CV; and 2. 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:
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Department
- School of Exercise/Sport Sci (HHS)

Position Title
- Instructor

Job Title
- Instructor Pool
- Fall 2026:
Kinesiology

Appointment Type
- Academic Faculty

Job Location
- Corvallis

Benefits Eligible
- Dependent:
Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary
- 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  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. The Kinesiology major prepares students for careers in physical activity and fitness/wellness such as organizing, directing or managing physical fitness programs; personal trainer; fitness instructor; exercise physiologist; strength and fitness coach; and fitness entrepreneur. The degree can also serve as preparation for applications to a master's level physical education teacher education program, medical school, a professional program in the allied health professions (e.g. physical or occupational therapy, nursing, physician assistant) or other graduate education.

Interested applicants should have expertise in the core areas of Kinesiology listed above.

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Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous 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, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance…