Assistant Professor of Geospatial Engineering; AY

Overview

Assistant Professor of Geospatial Engineering (AY 26/27) – Tenure-Track Faculty Position. The Civil & Environmental Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning Fall 2026.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Anticipated hiring range: $106,000 - $117,000 per year. Qualified candidates with industry experience are encouraged to apply.

Central California — San Luis Obispo (San Luis Obispo
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Appointment Type:
Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track

Bargaining Unit:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association

GEOSPATIAL ENGINEERING FOR RESILIENT AND ADAPTIVE INFRASTRUCTURES TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION - The Civil & Environmental Engineering Department at Cal Poly invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning Fall 2026.

Apply now Job no: 552331 |
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track |
Location: San Luis Obispo |
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering

• Teach undergraduate and graduate lecture courses and laboratories in civil engineering and geospatial engineering.
• Contribute to curricular development in their area of expertise.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate-level research.
• Develop and maintain externally-funded research.
• Engage in service at the department, college, and university levels.

• An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Geospatial Engineering, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent (ABD considered, must show degree awarded by start date).
• Excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with students, staff, and faculty.
• Ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program involving undergraduates and graduates and partnerships with stakeholders.
• Hands-on, student-centered teaching experience; ability to work in multidisciplinary settings; strong written and oral English proficiency.

• Demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching and research (time-since-degree sensitive).
• Experience with field- and/or laboratory-based instruction and high-impact educational practices.
• Professional licensure or relevant certifications (e.g., Professional Land Surveyor) and/or industry experience in geospatial engineering.
• Experience with diverse populations and promoting a collaborative, inclusive environment.

• The position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and complies with CSU Executive Order 1083.
• Background check (criminal records check) required after conditional offer; ability to start pending satisfactory clearance.
• Some positions may require ongoing background checks for sensitive roles; health and well-being guidelines (smoke & tobacco-free campus) apply.
• Cal Poly adheres to CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy; tenure-line faculty should establish on-campus presence.
• Potential transition to semester-based year-round operations (YRO) with two-semester regular appointment; additional teaching in a third semester may occur for extra compensation, depending on needs and policy.

Applicants should complete a required online faculty application and attach: (1) cover letter detailing qualifications and interest; (2) current CV; (3) statement of goals and plans for research; (4) unofficial transcripts; (5) Universal Student Success Statement. Provide three professional references with names and emails. Finalists must supply three letters of reference and official transcripts prior to appointment.

Cal Poly is a public, student-centered university with a strong emphasis on the teacher-scholar model. Include in your application your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, evidence of inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, and how…