Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Political Science (Ecampus)

Position Details

Position Information

Department School of Public Policy (CLA)

Position Title Instructor

Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Political Science (Ecampus)

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option? Yes

Job Summary

The Political Science Department in the School of Public Policy 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 Director.

Instructors for this position will only be considered for Ecampus courses in the following areas: undergraduate and graduate courses American Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Theory, and Methods.

This position will be appointed in the Political Science Program that is part of the School of Public Policy ( SPP ). The School is comprised of the Political Science, Sociology, and Economics programs, and is rapidly growing, both in faculty, mission, and regional prominence. In addition to providing separate and distinct undergraduate majors, the programs have collaborated in delivering a successful Master of Public Policy Program ( and PhD in Public Policy to graduate students interested in our concentration areas of environmental policy, energy policy, international policy, science and technology policy, social policy, rural policy, and crime, law and policy. Faculty and graduate students also collaborate with colleagues in such colleges as Agricultural Sciences, Education, Forestry, Health and Human Sciences, Liberal Arts, Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, and Science. The SPP is uniquely positioned to integrate groundbreaking research into emerging policies, practices and understandings of the world that will impact and influence local, regional, national, and international policy decisions.

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Locations:

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

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package ( with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

-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.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator ( to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

100% Instruction

Administer and teach undergraduate or graduate courses in any of the following areas: American Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Theory, and Methods.

Hold regular office hours to assist students with coursework and answer questions regarding curriculum.

What You Will Need

• Master's degree in Political Science or related field to the MS/MA requirement.

• Teaching experience at the college/university level.

• Evident commitment to educational equity.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

• Doctoral degree in Political Doctoral degree in Political Science or related field to the doctoral preference. or related field.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This role has the ability to work either fully remotely or as a hybrid position, in accordance with theFlexible Work Arrangement Agreement ( eligibility requirements.

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $46,000- $49,000

Link to Position Description

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09071UF

Number of Vacancies Multiple

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026

Posting Date 05/05/2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 06/15/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025-2026 academic year.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

3. Statement of Teaching

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

LeAnn K. Headrick

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.