Assistant Professor of Arts and Media Technology (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Job Description
Department
Acad Prog / Student Aff (LCB)Position Title
Assistant ProfessorJob Title
Assistant Professor of Arts and Media Technology (Internal Employment Opportunity)Appointment Type
Academic FacultyJob Location
BendBenefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligibleJob Summary
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.
Oregon State University-Cascades and the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts at Oregon State University (OSU) seek to fill a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure-track position, at the rank of Assistant Professor in Art, Media and Technology to begin December 16, 2025.
Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.
We are seeking an artist whose creative practice locates within the medium of New Media Arts firmly in the context of contemporary art and interdisciplinarity. The ideal candidate will have a footing in a technology-based practice, with an aptitude in interactivity, video arts, animation, VR/AR, and histories of New Media. Fluency in contemporary cultural and aesthetic theory is preferred, with experience in course and curriculum development across the disciplines of the AMT portfolio.
Oregon State University-Cascades and the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts at Oregon State University (OSU) seek to fill a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, tenure-track position, at the rank of Assistant Professor in Art, Media and Technology to begin December 16, 2025.
Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.
We are seeking an artist whose creative practice locates within the medium of New Media Arts firmly in the context of contemporary art and interdisciplinarity. The ideal candidate will have a footing in a technology-based practice, with an aptitude in interactivity, video arts, animation, VR/AR, and histories of New Media. Fluency in contemporary cultural and aesthetic theory is preferred, with experience in course and curriculum development across the disciplines of the AMT portfolio.
The position incumbent will be expected to be an effective and engaging teacher, to show a strong commitment to the development of new media design curricula, to develop and conduct a coherent, productive research program with broad impact, to advise and mentor undergraduates in pursuit of their academic and research goals, engage in activities to promote inclusive excellence, and to collaborate with colleagues to increase student success and to recruit students.
The position incumbent will have demonstrated expertise in art, art and technology; the application of new tools and methods to art; and communication of that work through exhibitions, curation, and publication.The incumbent will possess a record of or potential for developing internal, national, or international partnerships to advance scholarship and creative activities in their disciplines. Duties will support the vision, mission, and goals of the school, college, and university.
OSU-Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon, is a branch campus of Oregon State University. Established in 2001, the university currently enrolls more than 1,300 students in bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The campus expanded to a four-year university in 2015, opened its 10-acre campus in fall 2016, and the Oregon legislature approved additional funding in 2017 and 2018 for continued campus expansion, which is currently in progress. The branch campus has ambitious enrollment goals to reach 2,200 students by the fall of 2030. and is engaged in building a culturally diverse and community-centric educational environment
OSU-Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon, is a branch campus of Oregon State University. Established in 2001, the university currently enrolls more than 1,300 students in bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The campus expanded to a four-year university in 2015, opened its 10-acre campus in fall 2016, and the Oregon legislature approved additional funding in 2017 and 2018 for continued campus expansion, which is currently in progress. The branch campus has ambitious enrollment goals to reach 2,200 students by the fall of 2030. and is engaged in building a culturally diverse and community-centric educational environment
Why OSU?
Why OSU-Cascades?
Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU-Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.
With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU-Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:
Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024.
• 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
• 78% from Oregon
• 42% Central Oregonians
• 24% first generation students
• 23% students of color
• 19 students on average per class
• 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
• 5,625 degrees awarded since founding
Academic Majors
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU-Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research underway at OSU-Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU-Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.
Campus Development
OSU-Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.
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.
Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU-Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.
With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU-Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:
Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024.
• 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
• 78% from Oregon
• 42% Central Oregonians
• 24% first generation students
• 23% students of color
• 19 students on average per class
• 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
• 5,625 degrees awarded since founding
Academic Majors
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU-Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research underway at OSU-Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU-Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.
Campus Development
OSU-Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.
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.
Key Responsibilities
60% Teaching & Mentoring (including graduate and undergraduate thesis advising and similar activities)
- Teaching includes face-to-face classroom, hybrid, and Ecampus teaching, communicating with students (through office hours, email, phone calls, discussion boards, etc.) and course development.
- Serving as an advisor for undergraduate or graduate students, serving as a committee member for graduate students, advising Honors College theses and serving on UHC thesis committees, and similar duties, are considered part of teaching, as is leading independent studies for students and similar activities.
- As appropriate, faculty serve as the HR supervisor for GTAs and/or contribute to evaluations of GTAs, tasks which are considered primarily as part of teaching (though in some cases, it may make sense to count some of this work as service; faculty should talk with their supervisors about the most appropriate place to include this kind of work).
- Teaching obligations belong to the appointment period, not only to the scheduled dates of the class sessions, and may include such tasks, after the final date of the course, as: responding to grade complaints; responding to requests from students for letters of recommendation; and similar post-term activities.
30% Research, Creative and Scholarly Work
- This position will be expected to engage in creative and scholarly work appropriate to the position; to communicate that work through exhibitions, curation, publications and other appropriate means; and to facilitate collaborations across disciplines, university units, and with community partners. Creative and scholarly work includes the entire lifecycle, from preparation, ideation and/or data gathering to publication and/or performance.
10% Service (program, school, college, university, professional)
- Serve on departmental, college and university committees and service to the community; and other duties as assigned. Participate in appropriate meetings, activities, committees, and outreach for the college and school, OSU-Cascades, and the OSU community. Service may include external service to the discipline and/or profession or community as appropriate
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Oregon State University is committed to maintaining and enhancing its collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity and equal opportunity. All faculty members are responsible for helping to ensure that these goals are achieved in the context of the duties in their PDs. Such contributions can be part of teaching, advising, research, or service (or administration if applicable). That is, a commitment to DEI is expected as part of normal work and is not a separate category of work with its own FTE. DEI expectations will be included in all PDs in the College. Reporting on DEI engagement activities or accomplishments is expected as part of the Periodic Review of Faculty (PROF) process.
What You Will Need
- Terminal degree (typically MFA or Ph.D.) in art; art, media, and technology; visual arts or a closely related discipline
- Specialty in art, media, and technology or related area emphasizing the integration of tradtional methods with modern tools and technology.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses in art, digital tools, media and related areas including cross-listed courses in related disciplines
- Demonstrated record of in or potential for excellent graduate, undergraduate, face-to-face and online teaching
- A creative and scholarly record commensurate with and potential for research trajectory commensurate with tenure-track assistant professors at a major research university
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through teaching, creative practice, research, or service, particularly in ways that support interdisciplinary collaboration, student success, and/or community engagement.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Interdisciplinary research and/or teaching experience
- Evidence of developing innovative and effective degrees or curricula.
- A program of creative or scholarly work consistent with transdisciplinary, team-based, or community-engaged work, or creative work in collaboration with scientists, artists, engineers, humanists, and social scientists
- History of applying for and receiving grant funding
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Typical academic working schedule, evening or weekend work may occur for student or university events. Travel for conferences, exhibitions, or other work is likely.
Pay Method
SalaryPay Period
1st through the last day of the monthPay Date
Last working day of the monthRecommended Full-Time Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.Link to Position Description
Posting Number
P09525UFNumber of Vacancies
1Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
12/16/2025Posting Date
10/23/2025Closing Date
10/31/2025Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / InternalSpecial Instructions to Applicants
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae
2) A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A Statement of Research
4) A Statement of Teaching
5) Your Portfolio
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:
Johana Hernandez
Johana.Hernandez@osucascades.edu
Johana.Hernandez@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.
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