Full-Time Lecturer AY - Computer Science and Software Engineering (AY 25/26)

About the role

The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill full-time lecturer positions for the 2025-2026 academic year with the possibility of a one-year extension for academic year 2026-2027 contingent on departmental need and satisfactory evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Teach computer science, software engineering, or computer engineering courses.
• Candidates with extensive industry experience are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Education: M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. When M.S. is in a related field, B.S. must be in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings, is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• University teaching experience.
• Experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

Special Conditions

• The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings, is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

How to Apply

To apply, interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy, (4) and an unofficial transcript. If applicable, please upload a list of CSU courses taught or requesting consideration to teach. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.

Review begins June 12, 2025. Applications received after the review begins date may be considered.

For questions, please contact Dr. Aaron Keen (akeen@calpoly.edu).