Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Anthropology

Position Details

Position Information

Department Sch Lang, Culture & Soc (CLA)

Position Title Instructor

Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Anthropology

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Anthropology program in the School of Language, Culture, and Society invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions 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.

The Anthropology program at Oregon State University is committed to a four-field approach. It has 12 tenured/tenure-track faculty members and 275 majors on campus and Ecampus. We offer an M.A., M.S., and PhD in Applied Anthropology. For more information, see

Oregon State is a leading research university with nearly 30,000 students, located in one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the nation. Anthropology is located in the School of Language, Culture, and Society along with Ethnic Studies, Women, Gender, and Sexuality Students, and World Languages and Culture within the College of Liberal Arts. The School emphasizes diversity, inclusion, social justice, and internationalization.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

-Top 1.4% university in the world

-More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

-1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

-2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

-7cultural resource centers ( that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

-100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

-35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

-217k+ alumni worldwide

-For more interesting facts about OSU visit:

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

What You Will Need

• Master's degree in Anthropology or related field.

• Evident commitment to educational equity

What We Would Like You to Have

• PhD in Anthropology or related field

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

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

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 Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Link to Position Description

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09361UF

Number of Vacancies Varies

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026

Posting Date 08/18/2025

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. A Curriculum Vitae; and

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

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:

Susan Bernardin

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We are 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.

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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.