Part-Time Lecturer Pool - General Engineering (AY 26/27)

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.

About the role

The General Engineering Program in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking Part-time lecturers to teach ENGR 101 (Engineering Student Success) and ENGR 301 (Engineering Professional Success) during the 2026-2027 academic year. These programs are part of the Multicultural Engineering Program (MEP), an academic support program designed to retain and graduate students who continue to remain underrepresented in engineering.

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
• Lecturer B: $6,221–$13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825–$14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593–$15,211

Benefits

Cal Poly provides a range of benefits for faculty, including parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children’s center. Additional details can be found at https://afd.calpoly.edu/hr/benefits/.

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's degree.
• 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

• An advanced degree (preferred).
• Experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment (preferred).
• Relevant work experience and professional capabilities (preferred).

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 the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) is required following a conditional offer of employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer.
• 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 linking the relevant conviction history with specific job duties.
• Current employees offered positions on campus may be required to undergo a background check for sensitive positions.
• Cal Poly is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus.
• Faculty are expected to establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.
• Cal Poly will not sponsor an H-1B visa for this position.