Instructor

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: almost 1 year ago
Deadline: 30 Apr 2023

Position Details
Position Information


Department Sch of Civil/Constr Engr (ECC)
Position Title Instructor (Engineering Management)
Job Title Instructor
Appointment Type Academic Teaching/Research Faculty
Job Location Various Locations
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 9
Faculty Status Regular
Tenure Status Fixed-Term
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 to Commensurate with Education, Training and Skills
Position Summary
The School of Civil and Construction Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term Instructor (Engineering Management) position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head.
This in the School of Civil and Construction Engineering will support the M.Eng. in Engineering Management program offered through OSU’s Ecampus. All courses are taught online, using an online learning management system hosted through Oregon State University.
This position may teach and/or develop courses for the following subjects:
Engineering Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Operations Management
  • Statistical Concepts
  • Technology / Management of Technology
  • Quality Control/Assurance
  • Systems Engineering
  • Legal Issues in Engineering
  • Ethics


One of five schools in the College of Engineering, CCE is committed to advancing knowledge in the built environment. CCE offers B.S., M.S., M.Eng., and Ph.D. degrees in Civil Engineering and B.S. degrees in Architectural Engineering and Construction Engineering Management. CCE currently enrolls approximately 800 undergraduate and 180 graduate students. The 40+ current faculty have specializations in architectural engineering, construction engineering management, engineering education, geomatics engineering, geotechnical engineering, infrastructure materials engineering, ocean and coastal engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, and water resources engineering.
Position Duties
90% Teaching
Prepare and teach course materials in one or more areas of Engineering Management including, but not limited to, the following: Statistical Concepts, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Operations Management, Technology / Management of Technology, Systems Engineering, Legal Issues in Engineering, and Ethics.
Responsibilities include equipping students with skills required for successful careers, assessing student performance, and/or preparing students to be successful leaders in their chosen profession. May assist in driving curriculum design and development. Responsibilities also include creating an inclusive classroom (e.g., mentoring and supporting students from diverse backgrounds, and fostering affirming classroom interactions across different and challenging structural/cultural barriers that limit movement towards social equity in engineering education and practice).
Instructional duties will include actively teaching courses and development/re-development of courses in collaboration with Oregon State University’s Ecampus.
Attend professional development opportunities and document commitment to continual improvement of teaching skills each term.
5% Professional Service
Service includes participation in and leadership of School, College, and University committees, attending meetings, and contributing to outreach activities. Participation in service to the profession should be pursued as appropriate.
5% Professional Development
Professional development may entail training (e.g., OSU Search Advocate program) or stretch projects identified with supervisor to elevate new learning and expansion of skill sets. It may also include participation in local, regional, or national conferences or working groups focused on online learning and student success.
Minimum/Required Qualifications
  • M.S. degree in field of instruction (Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Engineering Management, or related field).
  • Teaching or training experience.
  • Commitment to student success.
  • Enthusiasm for online learning and the possibilities represented therein.
  • Commitment to actively providing quality instruction to a diverse population of students.
  • High level of comfort with technology.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Commitment to cultural diversity and educational equity.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement of teaching skills.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Industry experience in the subject.
  • Ph.D. degree in field of instruction (Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Engineering Management, or related field).
  • Instructional experience in an online environment.
  • Instructional experience at the college or university level.
  • Professional engineering licensure.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
This position teaches online courses through Ecampus and can work fully remotely. A dependable and secure internet connection is required.
Work schedule is flexible but will require the instructor to access the learning management system at least once per day each working day of the week. All instructional activities occur online, but engagement with students may occur through email, telephone, or Zoom meetings.
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. No

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P06557UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 03/08/2023
Full Consideration Date 04/08/2023
Closing Date 04/30/2023
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 8, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) Statement of Teaching
4) What is your vision for maintaining and enhancing the academic excellence of teaching in the Civil and Construction Engineering Program at OSU? (Load as “Other Document 1”)
5) Provide a one-page statement about how your background and experience has prepared you to be effective in an environment that values diversity (OSU Mission Statement: http://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/oregon-state-university-mission-statement).
 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:
Kathy Westberg
[email protected]
541-737-1786
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
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.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
• The anticipated starting salary will be $61,812 – $75,000

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