Part-Time Lecturer Pool - BioResource & Ag Engineering (AY 26/27)
Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice.
About the Role
The BioResource & Agricultural Engineering Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers. Positions are available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Possible teaching assignments include:
- Engineering surveying
- Power and machinery
- Mechanical fabrication
- Agricultural mechanics
- Irrigation and water resources
Pay
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
- 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
Requirements
- BS in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanized Agriculture, or related field
- Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching
- Ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language
Qualifications
- MS preferred
- Industrial experience in related fields highly desirable
- Preference given to candidates with experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment
- Preference given to those with relevant work experience and professional capabilities
Special Conditions
- The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083
- A background check (including a criminal records check) is required following a conditional offer of employment
- Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until an individualized assessment is performed
- Current employees offered positions on campus may be required to undergo a background check for sensitive positions
- Cal Poly will not sponsor an H-1B visa for this position
About the Department
The BioResource & Agricultural Engineering Department at Cal Poly has approximately 300 undergraduate students and 11 faculty members. The department is recognized for the excellence of its engineering and management programs, the success of its graduates, the expertise of its faculty, and its research and outreach programs. The department has graduated many top leaders in the California agricultural sector and beyond.