Instructor Pool - Civil and Construction Engineering

Overview

Instructor Pool - 2025/2026:
Civil and Construction Engineering. This is a pooled posting. Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year. Some positions may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the School Head. The instructor will teach on-campus or online courses that have been developed through the University’s E-campus. Instructors who only teach online classes can work remotely.

Position information and departmental context reflect the School of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University (OSU). OSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public Website prior to hire.

Key responsibilities include:

• 90% Teaching
  • Teach in-person and/or online courses in areas of specialization that include: architectural engineering, construction engineering management; engineering education, geomatics engineering; geotechnical engineering; infrastructure materials engineering; ocean and coastal engineering; structural engineering; surveying; transportation engineering; water resources engineering; statics; and information technology (Excel, VBA, and Matlab); computer-aided drafting (Autodesk, AutoCAD and Revit); or application of engineering software (Land Development Desktop, Civil 3-D).
  • Assist in development of course materials and inform overall curriculum design.
• 5% Supervision
  • Provide leadership, supervision, and direction for undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants.
• 5% Service
  • Serve on committees, participate in professional development trainings, and engage in University and College strategic initiatives for the School of Civil and Construction Engineering.

What You Will Need

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Demonstrable interest in teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to work within an established course/curriculum structure.
• Proficiency in communicating technical information in written and spoken English.
• Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

What We Would Like You to Have

• PhD Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Experience in teaching lab-based courses at the college or university level.
• Experience with remote and online teaching.
• Experience with course management tools such as Canvas.
• Experience developing instructional materials for online or hybrid courses.
• Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate assistants.

Working conditions vary depending upon courses assigned. OSU offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits-eligible positions that includes medical, dental, vision, life, retirement, paid leave, and tuition reduction benefits for you or qualifying dependents. OSU is committed to inclusivity and employee well-being.

Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport.

Equity and Inclusion: OSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

Special Instructions to Applicants, Documents Needed to Apply, and supplemental questions are included in the posting. The following are included for reference:

Special Instructions

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year. This is a pooled posting. Attachments:
Curriculum Vitae;
Cover Letter;
Statement of Teaching; names and contact information for at least three professional references. For more information contact Kathy Westberg tberg or . 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.

Documents Needed

Required:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching. Optional:
Veterans documentation (proof of Veteran Status).

Security Notice

Notice of Availability:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, OSU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. A paper copy can be requested by emailing Clery.

Compliance.