Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Social Sciences; AY

Job no: 546533
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Luis Obispo

The Social Sciences Department, College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking applicants for a part‑time lecturer pool. Positions are available as needed during the Fall, Winter, and/or Spring quarters of the  academic year, beginning September 11, 2025. The role primarily involves teaching courses in anthropology, geography, and/or sociology, with a particular need for lower‑division general education survey courses and upper‑division geography courses.

• Plan, develop, and deliver lecture‑based instruction in assigned courses.
• Prepare course materials, assignments, and examinations.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Participate in departmental meetings and professional development sessions as required.
• Maintain professional presence and comply with university policies.

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Geography, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in college teaching and evidence of strong teaching ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ph.D. in Anthropology, Geography, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience teaching upper‑division courses and curriculum development.

Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. The university complies with Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, and other applicable state and federal non‑discrimination laws.

• All CSU employees are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• Background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before employment can commence.
• Applicants must reside in California at the time of hire and for the duration of the appointment.

Please submit the following materials with your application:

• List of courses you are interested in teaching and any courses previously taught.
• Unofficial transcripts of your highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
• Teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available.
• Three professional references with names and email addresses.

Applications close:
March 31 2026 Pacific Daylight Time. The review will begin May 9 2025 and continue throughout the 25‑26 academic year.

For questions, please contact the Social Sciences Department by phone at (805) 756‑2260 or by email at socialsciences.