Instructor/Senior Instructor I - Computer Science

The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science invites applications for multiple, full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term, Instructor or Senior Instructor I positions. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head.

This Instructor position is part of the core team of instructors for the on-campus Computer Science program in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). The instructor will develop and teach a variety of computer science courses in the areas of operating systems and introductory programming, with opportunities to develop and teach courses in other areas of the program as needed. Computer science instructors will work among a supportive group that promotes a positive team-work environment. OSU and EECS are committed to providing opportunities for professional growth for all employees.

The Computer Science degree program at Oregon State University serves over 4,000 students and consistently ranks in the top 10 nationally in the number of CS degrees conferred per year. Through this program and others, the College of Engineering delivers a transformational education that graduates leaders who drive change throughout their lives.

The OSU College of Engineering is committed to being recognized as a national model of inclusivity and collaboration. We strive to develop a community of faculty, students, and staff that is inclusive, collaborative, diverse and centered on student success. As such, we seek faculty members who will broaden our capacity to advance student success across individual identities, racial/ethnic categories and socioeconomic backgrounds.

 

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

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.

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

 

 10% – Service:

• Provide service to OSU and the land grant system by working on departmental, division, university, regional and national committees and projects.

What you must have

• Master’s in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Demonstrable in-person teaching or training experience and ability.
• Demonstrated ability to actively engage learners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inclusion and equity issues within Computer Science or other STEM fields including a demonstrated commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and/or experience in teaching undergraduate courses in Operating Systems (CPU scheduling, processes & interprocess communication, memory management, file systems, system calls & utilities, kernel and low-level programming) and introductory programming (syntax, structure, computer basics, algorithms).
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills.

 Additional Minimum Qualifications for appointment at the rank of Senior Instructor I

• Four years of professional experience teaching at the college- or university-level
• Sustained record of exceptional teaching at the college or university level as evidenced by student evaluations of teaching.

What we would like you to have

• Experience developing instructional materials for university courses.
• Demonstrated potential to teach, or experience teaching a variety of undergraduate Computer Science courses beyond operating systems and introductory programming.
• Familiarity with a breadth of programming tools, frameworks and best practices, including those currently in high demand among employers in the software industry.
• Fluency in C/C++, Python, assembly and/or other low level programming language(s), as well as associated tools (e.g., IDE debuggers or gdb).
• Experience with a Unix/Linux environment and command line tools.
• 2 or more years of industry experience in Computer Science or other engineering fields.
• Proficiency in fundamental Computer Science concepts (i.e., programming languages, theory of computation, and algorithms).

 

 

Posting Number P08631UF

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date:  March 16, 2025
Posting Date:  11/5/2024

Full Consideration Date: 12/5/24

Closing Date: 12/31/2024