Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026: Agriculture Botany & Plant Pathology

Position Information Department Ag Botany / Plant Path (ABP) Position Title Instructor Job Title Instructor Pool - 2025/2026 and Fall Term 2026: Agriculture Botany & Plant Pathology Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible

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Hours Worked/Duration Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The Department of Botany & Plant Pathology 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. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Department Head. Applications will be considered throughout the 2025-2026 academic year and fall term 2026 as opportunities be available. The primary mission of the OSU Department of Botany and Plant Pathology is undergraduate and graduate education, research, and extension. The Department has 27 tenured and tenure-tracked faculty, ~50 faculty research assistants/associates/postdoc, 5 administrative staff members, ~40 graduate students, ~100 undergraduate majors, ~300 distance ed undergraduates, and 27 courtesy/adjunct appointments. The Department offers a B.S. in Botany and in Biological Data Sciences, M.S., and Ph.D. are in Botany & Plant Pathology, and contributes in a major way to teaching in the Biology Program. The Department participates in several interdisciplinary teaching and research programs, including the Environmental Sciences Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, and the Center for Quantitative Life Sciences. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamicmunity 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 wee students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into amunity w everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

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Oregon State University offers 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 deeplymitted to the principles of a Health Promoting University. Thismitment 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 w everyone can thrive. 2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation! Future and current OSU employees can use the to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 100% - Instruction Instructors may be needed to teach courses in undergraduate and graduate areas in the Botany, Biology, and/or Biological Data Sciences Programs. Some instructors may be required to travel using University vehicles for class field trips or collecting samples for research plots. What You Will Need Master's degree in Botany and Plant Pathology, Biology, or related life science. Evidentmitment to cultural diversity and educational equity. This position MAY require driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; tfore, the incumbent must successfullyplete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. What We Would Like You to Have PhD in Botany and Plant Pathology, Biology, or related life science. Teaching experience at the college or university level. 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 Rmended Full-Time Salary Range Salary ismensurate with skills, education, and experience Link to Position Description 120928 Posting Detail Information Posting Number

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Number of Vacancies Varies Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026 Posting Date 06/03/2025 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 09/16/2026 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. When ing you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. 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:

Cheryl Hagey Cheryl.hageyoregonstate.edu 541-737-5263 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 prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employermitted 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 our including the section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relationsoregonstate.edu.