Instructor

Instructor

Oregon State University

Department: Wood Science / Engr (FOR)

Appointment Type: Academic Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Job Summary:

The Department of Wood Science and Engineering in the College of Forestry invites applications for multiple part-time (0.30 FTE ), 9-month, fixed-term, Instructor positions. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head.

The Department of Wood Science and Engineering fulfills the land-grant education, research, and outreach mission of Oregon State University (OSU ) with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and business related to wood products and innovation for sustainability.

The primary purpose of this position is to foster critical thinking, advance students’ knowledge, and skills through the teaching of Wood Science and Engineering courses. The incumbent is expected to provide an intellectual foundation for students concerning wood products business and marketing topics. 

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
• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources 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: https://oregonstate.edu/about

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 a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee 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 the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU . 

Key Responsibilities

100% – Delivery of undergraduate courses in Wood Science and Engineering that are designed to challenge students on topics relating to wood products business and marketing (Forest Products Business, Industrial Marketing of Wood Products, and Wood Products Sales). This may include distance education course offerings, based on departmental needs and/or development and delivery of a graduate class in forest sector business and sustainability. Provide mentoring and opportunities for students from underrepresented groups; enable the advancement of diverse perspectives; and promote equitable outcomes among learners of diverse and underrepresented identity groups. 

What You Will Need

• Master’s degree in wood science, business, or related field.
• 2 years of lead work, training, or teaching at any level.
• 2 or more years of experience in business, sales and/or marketing.
• Familiarity with various wood products and global markets.
• Life experiences, training, and/or education that demonstrates a commitment to promote equitable outcomes for all learners.
• Evidence of effective interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) enabling collaboration with a broad spectrum of students, teachers, researchers, and other professionals.

What We Would Like You to Have

• PhD in wood science, business, or related field.
• Previous experience in wood products industry.
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Work schedule will be based on the class and/or lab times. 

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 5, 2025. 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 Curriculum Vitae; and

2) A 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:
Eric Hansen
eric.hansen@oregonstate.edu
541-737-4240

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. 

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6158571

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