What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Hospitality Online position at Oregon State University?
Position Details
Position Information
Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
Position Title Instructor
Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Hospitality Online
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes
Job Summary
The Hospitality Management program at OSU -Cascades in Bend, Oregon, invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time, Online 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 Senior Associate Dean.
Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year as opportunities become available.
This position is located in Bend, Oregon.
Individuals applying to this pool are expected to develop and prepare course content, and instruct the course(s) for which their content has been created and developed in a future term. Online Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the following area(s): Hospitality Management. If hired into a term-appointment, the anticipated start dates are September 16, 2025, December 16 2025, or March 16, 2026.
The primary purpose of this position is to develop content/course curriculum and provide online instruction for course(s) that foster critical thinking, advance student’s knowledge and skills through the teaching of various discipline/courses. The incumbent(s) are expected to provide an intellectual foundation for students concerning the discipline.
Individuals applying to this pool are expected to develop and prepare course content, and instruct the course(s) for which their content has been created and developed in a future term. Online Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in Hospitality Management.
Why OSU?
Why OSU -Cascades?
Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU -Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.
With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU -Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:
Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024.
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU -Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research underway at OSU -Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU -Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.
Campus Development
OSU -Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.
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 :
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 comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Key Responsibilities
50% Teaching:
Administer and teach online course(s) term-by-term in Hospitality Management
Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
50% Course Development:
Curriculum development, aimed at improving lectures, studio sessions and recitations.
Participate in curriculum development and assessment, as well as personal professional development.
What You Will Need
Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement:
Experience developing instructional materials for online or hybrid courses.
Demonstrable knowledge of online pedagogy and current trends in online education.
Previous research or teaching experience in at least one of the following areas: Service Management, Online Marketing, Advanced Restaurant Management, Hospitality Investment and Vacation Property Management.
What We Would Like You To Have
Work schedule may vary depending upon student needs and engagement in campus and/or program activities.
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
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/101456
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P08991UF
Number of Vacancies Varies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026
Posting Date 04/14/2025
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:
For additional information please contact:
Todd Montgomery
Todd.Montgomery@osucascades.edu
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.
Position Information
Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
Position Title Instructor
Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Hospitality Online
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes
Job Summary
The Hospitality Management program at OSU -Cascades in Bend, Oregon, invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time, Online 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 Senior Associate Dean.
Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year as opportunities become available.
This position is located in Bend, Oregon.
Individuals applying to this pool are expected to develop and prepare course content, and instruct the course(s) for which their content has been created and developed in a future term. Online Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in the following area(s): Hospitality Management. If hired into a term-appointment, the anticipated start dates are September 16, 2025, December 16 2025, or March 16, 2026.
The primary purpose of this position is to develop content/course curriculum and provide online instruction for course(s) that foster critical thinking, advance student’s knowledge and skills through the teaching of various discipline/courses. The incumbent(s) are expected to provide an intellectual foundation for students concerning the discipline.
Individuals applying to this pool are expected to develop and prepare course content, and instruct the course(s) for which their content has been created and developed in a future term. Online Instructors may be needed to teach on campus undergraduate courses in Hospitality Management.
Why OSU?
Why OSU -Cascades?
Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU -Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.
With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU -Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:
Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024.
- 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
- 78% from Oregon
- 42% Central Oregonians
- 24% first generation students
- 23% students of color
- 19 students on average per class
- 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
- 5,625 degrees awarded since founding
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU -Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research underway at OSU -Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU -Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.
Campus Development
OSU -Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.
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 cultural 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: https://oregonstate.edu/about
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 comprehensive 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.
Key Responsibilities
50% Teaching:
Administer and teach online course(s) term-by-term in Hospitality Management
Complete course assessment processes and continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
50% Course Development:
Curriculum development, aimed at improving lectures, studio sessions and recitations.
Participate in curriculum development and assessment, as well as personal professional development.
What You Will Need
Master’s degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field) is a requirement:
- Hospitality Management
- Business.
Experience developing instructional materials for online or hybrid courses.
Demonstrable knowledge of online pedagogy and current trends in online education.
Previous research or teaching experience in at least one of the following areas: Service Management, Online Marketing, Advanced Restaurant Management, Hospitality Investment and Vacation Property Management.
What We Would Like You To Have
- PhD or terminal degree in one of the fields listed (or a related field): Hospitality Management or Business.
- Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.
- Previous professional experience in the Hospitality industry, outside of academia.
- Published books, articles or columns within area of expertise.
Work schedule may vary depending upon student needs and engagement in campus and/or program activities.
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
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/101456
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P08991UF
Number of Vacancies Varies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026
Posting Date 04/14/2025
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:
- Curriculum Vitae; and
- Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
For additional information please contact:
Todd Montgomery
Todd.Montgomery@osucascades.edu
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.
