Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Engineering

OSU Oregon State University • Bend, OR

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Program at OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon, invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis during the 2026–2027 academic year. Courses may be in Energy Systems Engineering or Computer Engineering. Applications will be considered throughout the academic year as opportunities arise; the application pool does not necessarily indicate that a position is currently available. Some appointments may be reviewed annually for renewal or transition to an instructional position at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs.

The role supports undergraduate education across the Engineering Program’s curriculum. Instructors foster critical thinking and advance students’ knowledge and skills by teaching discipline-related courses, providing an intellectual foundation, and supporting students in degree programs. If hired into a term appointment, anticipated start dates are December 16 or March 16. The stated appointment period is December 16, 2026, through June 15, 2027.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• A PhD or terminal degree in one of the listed fields or a closely related field.
• Independent 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 for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Administer and teach one or more courses term-by-term in Energy Systems Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Be available for regular office hours.
• Complete recordkeeping and minor administrative tasks, including assigning grades.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level