Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Marketing (AY 26/27)

About the role

The Marketing area in the Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly is seeking applications for part-time lecturers. Positions are available for teaching introductory principles of marketing, international marketing, market research, new product development and launch, product management, sales, sales technology, or other advanced courses during the Fall and/or Spring semesters of the 2026-27 academic year, starting August 17, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in marketing as determined by need and funding.
• Be available on very short notice to accommodate class availability, scheduling, budget, and enrollments.

Requirements

• Masters degree in business or related discipline and professional marketing experience required.
• Demonstrated teaching record and currency in professional field.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population fostering a respectful, collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

Qualifications

• Education: 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.
• Classification Salary Ranges:
  • Lecturer A: $5,507-$6,677
  • Lecturer B: $6,221-$13,224
  • Lecturer C: $6,825-$14,523
  • Lecturer D: $8,593-$15,211

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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. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

Special Conditions

• Background check required before employment.
• Must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.
• Current employees must undergo a background check for sensitive positions.

About the Department

The faculty in the Marketing Area offer coursework in the fields of Marketing. The courses offered in this area prepare students for careers in corporate environments.

How to Apply

To apply, please attach a cover letter, resume/CV, copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official sealed transcripts of highest degree will be required of all finalists prior to appointment), and teaching effectiveness to your online faculty application. If applicable, please also attach a list of CSU courses previously taught and courses requesting consideration to teach. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing your application. Cal Poly will solicit letters from the people listed by applicants.