Oregon State University · 2 months ago
Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Human Development & Family Sciences
Bend, OR
Part-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expOregon State University is a dynamic community committed to education and research. They invite applications for a fixed-term, non-tenure-track Instructor position in the Human Development & Family Sciences Program to teach undergraduate courses for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Responsibilities
Administer and teach course(s) term-by-term in one or more of these disciplines: Psychology, Early Childhood, Human Development & Family Science (HDFS)
Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness
Participate in advising and mentoring students:
Advise students, be available for office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in Human Development & Family Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Early Childhood Education, Gerontology, or closely related discipline appropriate to the field of the teaching/instructional tasks
OR
Master's degree in any field and at least 2 years of relevant professional experience in family- or child-serving organizations, including roles involving program coordination, community engagement, training, or education appropriate to the field of the teaching/instructional tasks
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq
Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months
Preferred
PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field)
Teaching experience at the college or university level, a strong commitment to undergraduate education and equity, service to students
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Company
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research university that offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (146)
2024 (148)
2023 (91)
2022 (115)
2021 (72)
2020 (59)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$94.53MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of EnergyNational Safety Council
2025-01-13Grant· $11.9M
2024-12-04Grant· $0.5M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Mike Green
Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Kimya Massey
Deputy Athletic Director/COO at Oregon State University Athletics
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