Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Psychology

Oregon State University • Corvallis, OR

260d

About The Position

The Psychology 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. Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year as opportunities become available. This position is located in Bend, Oregon. Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in Psychology. If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025, or March 16, 2026. The primary mission of the Psychology Program at OSU-Cascades is to provide undergraduate level education and the curriculum encompasses most standard fields of the discipline. This position is designed to foster critical thinking, advance student's knowledge and skills through the 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.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• PhD or terminal degree in Psychology or a related field.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer and teach course(s) term-by-term in Psychology.
• Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Advise students, be available for office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life insurance with OSU paying 95% of premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• Generous paid leave package including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for employees and qualifying dependents at OSU and other Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources and flexible work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree