Instructor Pool - Political Science

Instructor Pool - 2025/2026:
Political Science

Applications will be considered throughout the  Academic Year.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
• Transcripts. Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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Position Information

• Department: Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
• Position Title: Instructor
• Job Title: Instructor Pool - 2025/2026:
  Political Science
• Appointment Type: Academic Faculty
• Job Location: Bend, Oregon

The Social Sciences 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 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 Dean of Academic Affairs. This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the area of Political Science. Anticipated start dates are September 16, 2025;
December 16, 2025; or March 16, 2026. The primary mission is to provide undergraduate level education and foster critical thinking, advance students’ knowledge and skills through 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.

• 95%:
  Teaching: Administer and teach course(s) term‑by‑term in Political Science; complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• 5%:
  Advising & mentoring: Advise students, be available for office hours, complete record‑keeping and minor administrative tasks.

• Required: Master’s degree in Political Science (or related field).
• Teaching experience at the college or university level, strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity, service to students.

• PhD or terminal degree in Political Science or related field.

Optional:
Veterans may provide proof of Veteran Status.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae