Instructor Pool​/2026 and Fall Term Mathematics

Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026:
Mathematics

Applications will be considered throughout the  Academic Year and Fall Term 2026, as needed.

When applying, you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV;
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position; and
3) A statement of teaching. Letters of reference will be requested from finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf. Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:

Deanne Murray, , deanne.murray

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.

Position Information

Department
- Mathematics (SMT)

Position Title
- Instructor

Job Title
- Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026:
Mathematics

Appointment Type
- Academic Faculty

Job Location
- Corvallis

Benefits Eligible
- Dependent:
Hours Worked/Duration

Job Summary
- The Department of Mathematics 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 and Fall Term 2026. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Department Head. Instructors may be needed to teach courses on-campus or Ecampus courses for undergraduate level.

The primary mission of the Oregon State University (OSU) Department of Mathematics is undergraduate education, graduate education, and research in algebra/number theory, analysis, applied mathematics, actuarial science, mathematical biology, geometry/topology, mathematics education, numerical analysis, and probability. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees and offers undergraduate minors in mathematics, actuarial sciences, and mathematical sciences. The Department has approximately 200 undergraduate majors, 70 graduate students, and teaches over 6,000 students per term.

The faculty includes about 45 permanent and 5 part-time members. The College of Science provides a core instructional role at OSU, supporting the ideals of learning, discovery, and engagement that are the foundation of a land-grant university. The College embraces instruction and research, in disciplines ranging from the physical, mathematical, statistical sciences to the life sciences that are based in unbiased inquiry and a dedication to discovery and innovation.

The College of Science is committed to partnering with industry and public agencies to address some of the most compelling challenges of today and tomorrow.

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