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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 17, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; 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:
Dolly Nguyen
dolly.nguyen@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.
Position Details
Department College of Education (KED)
Position Title Assistant Professor (Teaching)
Job Title Visiting Assistant/Associate Professor (Teaching): Adult Education
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes
Job Summary
The Adult & Higher Education (AHE) program within the College of Education at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time, (1.00 FTE) 9-month, fixed-term (non-tenure-track), Visiting Assistant or Associate Professor of Teaching position. This is a one-year, contingent faculty position, renewable annually with the possibility of extension for an additional 2 years.
This is an instructional position and will begin September 16, 2026 for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Appointment at the Assistant Professor of Teaching rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the appointee.
The purpose of this visiting faculty position is to provide compelling instruction in online EdM and hybrid EdD courses, support AHE doctoral candidates by advising on their applied dissertation projects and serving on student committees, develop curriculum in a newly redesigned EdM program, and conduct research and other scholarly activities in the field(s) of higher education and/or adult education. In addition, this position carries an expectation of service to the AHE program in furthering its objectives.
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
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.
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
80% Teaching, Advising, & Other Assigned Duties:
- Advise and mentor graduate students on applied dissertation of practice projects
- Serve on doctoral committees
- Teach courses in doctoral and/or Master’s program. Courses are expected to promote experiential learning and success of students from diverse backgrounds.
- Develop curriculum for the newly designed EdM program
10% Research & Scholarship:
Engage in scholarship activities that contribute to effective educational program delivery and practical research application (e.g., program innovation, professional case or policy reports, invited presentations, advising government agencies or professional groups).
10% Service:
Provide collegial and constructive service to Adult and Higher Education, College of Education, University, and professional organizations related to higher education and/or adult education.
What You Will Need
- Earned doctorate in higher education, educational leadership, adult education or a closely related field.
- At least three years of experience teaching Master’s and/or doctoral level adult education, higher education, and/or student affairs courses as the instructor of record.
- Demonstrated ability to advise Ed.D. students on applied dissertation of practice projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum in adult education, higher education and/or student affairs.
- Demonstrated record of working with underrepresented groups, students, and/or faculty including those who are racial/ethnic minority, first-generation, low socioeconomic status, disabled, or otherwise face access barriers in higher education.
Minimum requirements to be considered for rank of Associate Professor of Teaching:
- High level of effectiveness in teaching and mentoring as assigned;
- High level of effectiveness in the application of curricular design and development or pedagogical strategies and practices;
- Achievement in scholarship and creative activity that contributes to pedagogical advances or advances in the candidate’s field(s) of expertise;
- Appropriate level and balance of institutional and professional service.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience teaching in an executive Ed.D. program
- Experience advising or serving on committees for Ed.D. students completing applied dissertation of practice projects
- Experience teaching and developing courses using blended technologies and formats (e.g., hybrid, online).
- Given the College and Program’s values and commitments, preference will be given to applicants who have the potential to contribute to understanding and alleviating structural inequities in higher education through their advising, teaching, research, and service.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Typical work schedule includes Monday through Friday hours with some non-standard evening and weekend work and/or travel. Attendance at quarterly faculty meetings and college events may be required. Meetings with supervisor are required.
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.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09965UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2027
Posting Date 06/03/2026
Full Consideration Date 06/17/2026
Closing Date 06/24/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 17, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; 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:
Dolly Nguyen
dolly.nguyen@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.
Visiting Assistant/Associate Professor (Teaching): Adult Education
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 17, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; 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:
Dolly Nguyen
dolly.nguyen@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.
Position Details
Department College of Education (KED)
Position Title Assistant Professor (Teaching)
Job Title Visiting Assistant/Associate Professor (Teaching): Adult Education
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes
Job Summary
The Adult & Higher Education (AHE) program within the College of Education at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time, (1.00 FTE) 9-month, fixed-term (non-tenure-track), Visiting Assistant or Associate Professor of Teaching position. This is a one-year, contingent faculty position, renewable annually with the possibility of extension for an additional 2 years.
This is an instructional position and will begin September 16, 2026 for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Appointment at the Assistant Professor of Teaching rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the appointee.
The purpose of this visiting faculty position is to provide compelling instruction in online EdM and hybrid EdD courses, support AHE doctoral candidates by advising on their applied dissertation projects and serving on student committees, develop curriculum in a newly redesigned EdM program, and conduct research and other scholarly activities in the field(s) of higher education and/or adult education. In addition, this position carries an expectation of service to the AHE program in furthering its objectives.
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
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.
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
80% Teaching, Advising, & Other Assigned Duties:
- Advise and mentor graduate students on applied dissertation of practice projects
- Serve on doctoral committees
- Teach courses in doctoral and/or Master’s program. Courses are expected to promote experiential learning and success of students from diverse backgrounds.
- Develop curriculum for the newly designed EdM program
10% Research & Scholarship:
Engage in scholarship activities that contribute to effective educational program delivery and practical research application (e.g., program innovation, professional case or policy reports, invited presentations, advising government agencies or professional groups).
10% Service:
Provide collegial and constructive service to Adult and Higher Education, College of Education, University, and professional organizations related to higher education and/or adult education.
What You Will Need
- Earned doctorate in higher education, educational leadership, adult education or a closely related field.
- At least three years of experience teaching Master’s and/or doctoral level adult education, higher education, and/or student affairs courses as the instructor of record.
- Demonstrated ability to advise Ed.D. students on applied dissertation of practice projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum in adult education, higher education and/or student affairs.
- Demonstrated record of working with underrepresented groups, students, and/or faculty including those who are racial/ethnic minority, first-generation, low socioeconomic status, disabled, or otherwise face access barriers in higher education.
Minimum requirements to be considered for rank of Associate Professor of Teaching:
- High level of effectiveness in teaching and mentoring as assigned;
- High level of effectiveness in the application of curricular design and development or pedagogical strategies and practices;
- Achievement in scholarship and creative activity that contributes to pedagogical advances or advances in the candidate’s field(s) of expertise;
- Appropriate level and balance of institutional and professional service.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience teaching in an executive Ed.D. program
- Experience advising or serving on committees for Ed.D. students completing applied dissertation of practice projects
- Experience teaching and developing courses using blended technologies and formats (e.g., hybrid, online).
- Given the College and Program’s values and commitments, preference will be given to applicants who have the potential to contribute to understanding and alleviating structural inequities in higher education through their advising, teaching, research, and service.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Typical work schedule includes Monday through Friday hours with some non-standard evening and weekend work and/or travel. Attendance at quarterly faculty meetings and college events may be required. Meetings with supervisor are required.
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.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09965UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2027
Posting Date 06/03/2026
Full Consideration Date 06/17/2026
Closing Date 06/24/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 17, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; 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:
Dolly Nguyen
dolly.nguyen@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.
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Which employers in Oregon sponsor visas for professor roles?
The University of Oregon, Oregon State University, and Portland State University are the most active sponsors for professor positions in the state. Private institutions like Reed College, Willamette University, and Lewis and Clark College also sponsor faculty visas, though less frequently. Oregon Health and Science University sponsors professors in medical and health sciences fields. Sponsorship frequency generally correlates with institutional size and research funding levels.
Which visa types are most common for professor jobs in Oregon?
The H-1B is the most common visa for tenure-track and full-time professor roles in Oregon, as academic positions typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring a relevant advanced degree. The J-1 visa is widely used for visiting professors, postdoctoral researchers, and exchange faculty at Oregon's public universities. O-1 visas apply to professors with exceptional records of publication, awards, or peer recognition in their field.
How to find professor visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters professor job listings by visa sponsorship status, so you can search specifically for Oregon faculty positions where employers have indicated sponsorship willingness. Searching by institution type, such as research universities or liberal arts colleges, helps narrow results to roles most likely to support H-1B or J-1 applications. Migrate Mate's filters make it practical to focus on Oregon institutions actively hiring international candidates.
Which cities in Oregon have the most professor visa sponsorship jobs?
Eugene and Corvallis generate the highest concentration of professor sponsorship jobs, driven by the University of Oregon and Oregon State University respectively. Portland is the third major hub, with Portland State University, Oregon Health and Science University, and a cluster of smaller private colleges. Salem has Willamette University, which occasionally sponsors faculty. Rural and community college positions in Oregon rarely involve visa sponsorship.
Are there state-specific considerations for professor visa sponsorship in Oregon?
Oregon's public universities are subject to federal prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B program, meaning faculty salaries must meet Department of Labor wage levels for the relevant academic discipline and institution type. Oregon State University and the University of Oregon both operate large research programs with international hiring pipelines, which means their HR and legal teams are experienced with faculty sponsorship. Candidates in STEM and health sciences fields tend to find more active recruitment at Oregon's research institutions than those in humanities disciplines.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored professor jobs in Oregon?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.