Instructor (Marine Studies)

Position Details

Position Information

Department Sch Lang, Culture & Soc (CLA)

Position Title Instructor

Job Title Instructor (Marine Studies)

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The School of Language, Culture, and Society invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, fixed-term Instructor position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director.

Based within the College of Liberal Arts, Marine Studies ( MAST ) an interdisciplinary major that explores the dynamic relationship between humans and the marine environment. MAST majors take course work in social sciences, arts, and humanities, as well as a selection of marine science classes. While MAST recognizes the essential role that the natural sciences play in understanding the seas, this degree trains students to examine, filter, and express their knowledge and learning through humanistic and cultural lenses. The MAST fulltime instructor will cover required MAST courses including MAST 201 Humans and Ocean, MAST 300 Society, Culture, and the Marine Environment, and MAST 444 Writing for Marine Studies.

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
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• 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
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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 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.
  
  

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

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Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

90% Teaching MAST classes

10% Service

What You Will Need

• Master’s degree in a social science discipline with research expertise in Marine Studies or Marine Social Sciences or related field with clear relevance to marine or coastal systems.
• Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching, including the ability to design and deliver in-person and online courses in marine social science, marine policy, or interdisciplinary marine topics.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex social science and policy concepts to diverse student audiences and to mentor students from varied backgrounds in an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Ability to engage productively with faculty, students, and curricula across disciplines, contributing to interdisciplinary teaching and academic programs.
• Evident commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity.
  
  

What We Would Like You To Have

• PhD in a social science discipline with research expertise in Marine Studies or Marine Social Sciences or related field with clear relevance to marine or coastal systems
• Willingness to teach undergraduate students, including majors, minors, and non-majors across all course levels (introductory, CORE ed, etc.).
• Experience in teaching interdisciplinary or experiential Courses
• Potential to contribute to program support and service
  
  

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Standard weekday work focused on teaching classes online and in person, grading, preparing syllabi and course content. Working with e campus to create and update online classes. Potentially organizing and facilitating experiential learning courses which may include weekend work and travel to coastal Oregon or other locations which connect to the Marine Studies degree goals.

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 $50,000 – 56,000

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/180132

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09942UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 05/21/2026

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 06/26/2026

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:

• A resume/CV;
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position;
• Statement of Teaching; and
• Portfolio of Teaching
  
  

Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:

Lori Cramer

lcramer@oregonstate.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

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