Lecturer Pool in Department of Mathematics & Data Science; Academic Year 26

Lecturer Pool in Department of Mathematics & Data Science (Academic Year 26/27)

Job no: 555419
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Mathematics/Statistics, Temporary, Part Time

Department of Mathematics & Data Science Temporary Faculty Pool

The Department of Mathematics & Data Science at Cal Poly Humboldt is a lively, student-centered, and supportive program distinguished by excellence in teaching, innovative curriculum development, and meaningful faculty-student engagement. We are committed to fostering future scholars and professionals while emphasizing strong analytical foundations and applied problem-solving across mathematics, statistics, and data science.

We offer two undergraduate degree programs: a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Science in Data Science. The department also offers a Minor in Mathematics, a Minor in Applied Statistics, and three certificates in Data Science.

At Cal Poly Humboldt, our curriculum is rigorous yet flexible, with a focus on hands‑on and applied learning. We help students develop strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills, sharpen their ability to think logically and abstractly, and recognize patterns and structures in complex systems. Graduates leave our programs with marketable skills in communication, computation, data analysis, problem‑solving, and organization that prepare them for careers, graduate study, and professional advancement.

The successful candidate may teach a broad range of courses in mathematics, statistics, and data science, ranging from lower‑division foundational courses such as College Algebra, Trigonometry, Finite Mathematics, and Calculus, to upper‑division and advanced applied courses in areas such as Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics, Differential Equations, Statistics, and Data Science.

We seek applicants who are prepared to contribute to instruction across a wide spectrum of courses spanning introductory quantitative literacy through advanced applied and computational topics.

M.A. or M.S. in a mathematics, statistics, data science, or a closely related mathematical science field, with successful teaching experience or recent professional practice is required. For statistics or data science courses, a M.A. or M.S. in a field with strong statistical application will be considered. A Ph.D.; and successful teaching experience within the last 5 years is preferred.

Position Type: Lecturer
Availability: As needed
First Review Date: Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Early response is encouraged.

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges. Appointees are typically placed at the beginning of the range. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student‑centered practices and policies. We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body. We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities.

The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.

Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudí'ni (over in the woods). The Cal Poly Humboldt campus in Northern California is in close proximity to several…