Position Details
Position Information
Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
Position Title Assistant Professor (Teaching)
Job Title Assistant Professor of Teaching: Mechanical Engineering
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
Oregon State University Cascades invites applications for a full-time 1.00 FTE , 9-month, fixed-term, Assistant Professor of Teaching: Mechanical Engineering position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Senior Associate Dean.
This position is located in Bend, Oregon.
As an Assistant Professor of Teaching at Oregon State University-Cascades, the responsibilities of this position consist of teaching undergraduate courses related to engineering design theory and methodology; establishing and/or continuing a limited amount of independent research; and/or conducting research on teaching and pedagogy; working with students on undergraduate research projects; serving on departmental, college, and University committees; and providing professional and community service.
This fixed term professorial rank requires a doctoral-level degree, emphasizes excellence in teaching beyond instruction, and includes a percentage of FTE devoted to research and scholarship. It couples dominant duties in for-credit instruction with duties related to curricular design and development and/or pedagogical strategies and practices. Consistent with the emphasis of this rank, assigned research and scholarship are likely to relate to pedagogy.
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 (https://osucascades.edu/about) 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
Academic Majors
A growing portfolio ofdegree programs (https://osucascades.edu/academics) at OSU -Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research (https://osucascades.edu/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' campusdevelopment (https://osucascades.edu/campus-expansion) 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
-7cultural resource centers (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 acomprehensive benefits package (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 theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
70% Teaching and Advising:
Develop and teach courses for OSU -Cascades, consisting of a mix of courses: large and small, and potentially, a mix of modalities. Engage with the College of Engineering as necessary to coordinate development and deployment. Advise students in projects; conduct student assessments, including proper documentation to support ABET accreditation; hold office hours; and mentor and advise students on professional aspects of the field.
20% Research and scholarly activities:
Conduct and direct academic and/or applied research; seek extramural funding, advise student research projects, publish in recognized peer-reviewed journals and conferences relevant to engineering education or engineering design theory and methodology, and present at professional meetings.
10% Service:
Participate as a collegial member of the unit and perform appropriate service that contributes to the effectiveness of the Campus, School, the College, the University, and the profession. Service includes participation in and leadership of Campus, School, College, and University committees, attendance at faculty meetings, mentorship of junior faculty, and contributions to outreach activities. Participation in service to the profession, including serving as a consultant to Industry partners, reviewer or editor for journals and conferences, leadership roles in professional organizations, reviewing proposals, and conference organization, should be pursued as appropriate.
What You Will Need
PhD in mechanical engineering or other relevant discipline in engineering prior to the position start date.
Demonstrated ability or significant potential for excellent teaching.
Research experience in mechanical design, design theory or engineering education.
Proven oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated practice of holistic consideration of equity, inclusion, and social justice throughout techniques used to apply research learnings to create a compelling learning experience and fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment for faculty, staff, and students
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Experience teaching a range of courses in mechanical engineering and/or engineering design.
Experience in Academic Planning, Curriculum Development, and Accreditation Best Practices.
Industry experience and/or a commitment to engaging with industry.
A history of securing sponsored research.
Experience mentoring undergraduate research.
Current or future research topic(s) that is/are aligned with the university strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared.
Interest or track record in commercialization of research.
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 $80,000 - $100,000
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/161913
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09331UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 08/06/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 01/02/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV;
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position;
3) A statement of research; and
4) A 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:Geoffrey Raynak, geoff.raynak@oregonstate.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.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/171340
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.
