Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Materials Engineering; AY

part-time lecturer pool - materials engineering (ay 25/26)

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work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: san luis obispo
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, temporary, part time, faculty - engineering

appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

the materials engineering department is establishing a pool of qualified applicants for possible part‑time teaching positions during the 2025‑2026 academic year. Duties involve teaching materials engineering courses and possible supervision of student laboratory projects.

initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the lecturer a or b rank. As of july 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
lecturer a: $5,507-$6,677
lecturer b: $6,221-$13,224
lecturer c: $6,825-$14,523
lecturer d: $8,593-$15,211

this position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with california law and federal civil rights laws, cal poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Cal poly complies with title vi of the civil rights act of 1964, title ix of the education amendments of 1972, the americans with disabilities act (ada), section 504 of the rehabilitation act, the california equity in higher education act, california’s proposition 209 (art. I, section 31 of the california constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and csu’s nondiscrimination policy.

We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

cal poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives.

As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At cal poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

b.s. In materials engineering or related field, teaching, and/or recent u.s. Industrial experience required.

masters and/or professional registration preferred.

following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with cal poly, san luis obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment.

Note:

cal poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

cal poly, san luis obispo will not sponsor an h‑1b for this position.

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