What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026: Physical Therapy position at Oregon State University?
Position Details
Position Information
Department Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)
Position Title Instructor
Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026: Physical Therapy
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
OSU -Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term by term basis for the 2025-2026 academic year and Fall Term 2026. 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 and Fall Term 2026, as opportunities become available.
This position is located in Bend, Oregon
Instructors may be needed to create syllabi and to teach graduate courses for the Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) curriculum. In addition, instructors may be needed to review graduate applications for the DPT program. Finally, these instructors might be needed to participate in the DPT program accreditation process including the site visit. If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025 or March 16, 2026.
OSU -Cascades Physical Therapy program is housed Ray Hall, a contemporary, net zero energy building on the expanding OSU -Cascades campus in Bend, Oregon. Facilities include didactic and clinical-skills classrooms, a large state-of-the-art human cadaver laboratory, a student lounge and faculty offices. The program currently has 10 full-time core faculty and several fixed term faculty.
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 :
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:
2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!
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
Teaching 70%:
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/156860
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09136UF
Number of Vacancies Varies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 12/15/2026
Posting Date 05/28/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 12/15/2026
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 and Fall Term 2026, as opportunities become available.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
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:
Jordon Zardinejad
jordon.zardinejad@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 and Fall Term 2026: Physical Therapy
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
OSU -Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term by term basis for the 2025-2026 academic year and Fall Term 2026. 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 and Fall Term 2026, as opportunities become available.
This position is located in Bend, Oregon
Instructors may be needed to create syllabi and to teach graduate courses for the Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) curriculum. In addition, instructors may be needed to review graduate applications for the DPT program. Finally, these instructors might be needed to participate in the DPT program accreditation process including the site visit. If hired into a term appointment, the anticipated start date(s) are September 16, 2025, December 16, 2025 or March 16, 2026.
OSU -Cascades Physical Therapy program is housed Ray Hall, a contemporary, net zero energy building on the expanding OSU -Cascades campus in Bend, Oregon. Facilities include didactic and clinical-skills classrooms, a large state-of-the-art human cadaver laboratory, a student lounge and faculty offices. The program currently has 10 full-time core faculty and several fixed term faculty.
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 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.
2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!
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
Teaching 70%:
- Administer and teach course(s) term-by-term within the DPT curriculum.
- Create syllabi an associated materials in accordance with accreditation ( CAPTE ) standards.
- Participate in processes related to accreditation requirements including the CAPTE site visit.
- Review DPT applications and possibly participate in DPT applicant interviews.
- Advise students, be available for regular office hours, complete record-keeping and minor administrative tasks, including assignment of grades.
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- A licensed physical therapist and/or a academic doctoral degree from an accredited university.
- Physical therapists must possess an Oregon Physical Therapist License or be eligible for licensure in Oregon.
- PhD or DPT
- Teaching experience at the college or university level, a strong commitment to physical therapy education and equity, service to students.
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/156860
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09136UF
Number of Vacancies Varies
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 12/15/2026
Posting Date 05/28/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 12/15/2026
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 and Fall Term 2026, as opportunities become available.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- Curriculum Vitae; and
- A Cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position
- A statement of teaching
- Oregon Physical Therapist License or statement of eligibility for licensure in Oregon. (upload as License or Certification 1)
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:
Jordon Zardinejad
jordon.zardinejad@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.