Full-Time Lecturer of Economics

About the role

The Economics Area of the Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly seeks applicants for a full-time academic-year lecturer position to teach Economics courses to meet the needs of the Economics Area during the Fall and Spring semesters of the 2026-27 and 2027-28 academic years, which begins August 17, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Expected teaching assignments may include Principles of Economics, Intermediate Microeconomics or Macroeconomics, and/or Introductory Econometrics as well as other electives to be determined based on the interests and qualifications of the applicant.
• Other responsibilities include advising and service to the area, college, and university.

Requirements

• Applicants must be academically qualified under AACSB standards.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Economics or related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Must provide evidence of exceptional teaching.
• Experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Pay

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

Schedule

Teaching assignments may include Principles of Economics, Intermediate Microeconomics or Macroeconomics, and/or Introductory Econometrics as well as other electives to be determined based on the interests and qualifications of the applicant.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

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.

Special Conditions

• 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. 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 is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.