Instructor Pool - Natural Resources and Sustainability

Instructor Pool – 2025/2026:
Natural Resources and Sustainability

Position Title: Instructor (fixed‑term, non‑tenure‑track, full or part‑time)

Appointment Type: Academic Faculty

Location: Bend, Oregon – OSU Cascades campus

Job Summary: The Natural Resources and Sustainability Program at OSU Cascades invites applications for one or more fixed‑term instructor positions. The term appointments begin on 16 September 2025, 16 December 2025, or 16 March 2026. Instructors will teach undergraduate courses in Natural Resources, Sustainability, Geology, Fish & Wildlife, Forestry, or Soil Science on a term‑by‑term basis. Remaining terms may be reviewed for renewal at the Dean’s discretion.

The incumbent is expected to foster critical thinking, advance student knowledge and skills, and provide an intellectual foundation for the curriculum.

• Teach course(s) term‑by‑term in one or more of the following disciplines:
  Natural Resources, Sustainability, Geology, Fish & Wildlife, Forestry, Soil Science.
• Administer course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Complete driving requirements if the course requires travel with a university vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of the university.
• Advise and mentor students: be available for office hours, complete record‑keeping and minor administrative tasks.

• Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) – required.
• Ph.D. or terminal degree in a related field – preferred.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate education, equity, and student service.

• Submit a Curriculum Vitae.
• Send a cover letter that explains how your qualifications and experience prepare you for this position.
• Provide the names, e‑mail addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.
• Referrals or support for the background check process are required; a valid driver’s license and successful motor‑vehicle history check are mandatory because the role involves driving.

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025‑2026 academic year as opportunities arise. Contact the hiring team via email at employee.relations for additional information.

OSU is 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. The position is critical or security‑sensitive; background checks (including a motor‑vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.) will be conducted. Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. For more information, please visit the OSU Background Checks website.