Lecturer AY - Economics

About Cal Poly Pomona

Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 22‑campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. The university is known for its learn‑by‑doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model, and its scenic 1,400‑acre campus was once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg. Cal Poly Pomona resides on the territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people, the traditional caretakers of Tovaangar.

College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences

Cal Poly Pomona's College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences (CLASS) delivers a vibrant hands‑on experience through humanities, performing arts, and social sciences. The college’s mission is to cultivate intellectual development, ethical reasoning, and aesthetic sensibility to support creative and critical thinking. CLASS is a diverse community committed to improving the human condition, fostering inclusive environments, and advancing research, creative performances, community outreach, and signature experiences.

Department of Economics

The Department offers a BS in Economics (General, Applied, Quantitative) and an MS in Quantitative Economics, both STEM‑designated. Programs emphasize microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and quantitative skills. The department provides a summer German exchange, supports other study‑abroad programs, and offers a 4+1 pathway to earn the MS in one additional year. Teaching is lecture‑focused, and the department seeks faculty who can teach a diverse student body and handle schedule uncertainty.

The Position

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open; positions are filled as needed based on enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term runs late August to mid‑December, the Spring term mid‑January to mid‑May, and summer teaching opportunities may also be available.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned division courses in the department’s curriculum.
• Hold weekly office hours based on the assigned teaching unit load.
• Teach day, evening, and/or weekend courses as assigned.
• Conduct in‑person classes at various times, including evenings.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics or a related discipline relevant to the curriculum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics or a related discipline.
• Prior college‑ or university‑level teaching experience with evidence of strong teaching.

Pay

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Initial appointments are for one semester only; salaries are prorated to the number of units worked and paid in six monthly installments.

• Lecturer A: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
• Lecturer B: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
• Lecturer C: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
• Lecturer D: $8,593 – $15,211 per month

Benefits

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. Additional details are available at the university’s benefits website.

Additional Information

• Applicants must disclose any final administrative or judicial decision determining they committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years, per Education Code 89521, after meeting minimum qualifications.
• A background check, including a criminal records check, is required; employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
• The CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU work outside California; on‑campus presence is expected.
• The position is classified as a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• Cal Poly Pomona does not sponsor H‑1B applicants subject to the $100,000 fee established by the 2025 Presidential Proclamation; applicants are responsible for determining fee applicability.
• Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports are available online in compliance with the Clery Act.
• The university provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with federal and California civil rights laws.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities; contact the ADA Coordinator at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu.
• For other employment notices, visit Cal Poly Pomona’s Employment Notices web page.