Position Details Position Information Department Sch of Psychological Sci (CLA) Position Title Fitness Instructor Job Title Instructor Pool - Spring and Fall Term 2026: Contemplative Studies Initiative Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The Contemplative Studies Initiative ( CSI ) program, a part of the College of Liberal Arts, at Oregon State University, invites applications for multiple hourly Contemplative Instructor positions to teach CSI practices during the Spring and Fall Terms 2026. These are professional faculty positions. Instructors at Marigold: The OSU Center for Contemplative Practice teach contemplative practices and theory, anchored in philosophical traditions and/or research-based principles for non-academic, weekly or series-based classes. Disciplines and modalities include, but are not limited to, meditation, mindfulness, postural yoga, qigong, contemplative dance, centering prayer, and sacred chanting/music. Please visit the Contemplative Studies website (https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/sps/contemplative-studies) for additional information about the program. Note that this position is primarily forweekly postural yoga instructors, although some other practice modalities may be considered. An instructor in this position can expect to work2-5 hours weekly. This is not a remote or hybrid position. Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available. 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 -7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) 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 acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) 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

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