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

About the role

The Food Science and Nutrition 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 with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Lecturers in the Nutrition program are expected to teach undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory courses in one or more of the following areas: introductory nutrition, food customs and culture, medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, nutrition counseling, nutrition & exercise for health & disease prevention, life-cycle nutrition including maternal/child and nutrition in aging. In addition, lecturers are expected to supervise student experiences and undergraduate research projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory courses in nutrition and related fields.
• Supervise student experiences and undergraduate research projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field (must include graduate courses in nutrition).
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
• R.D. preferred for appointments in specific nutrition classes.
• Experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Relevant work experience and professional capabilities preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• Initial rank and salary based on professional experience and educational background.
• Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank.
• Classification salary ranges for the respective ranks: Lecturer A: $5,507-$6,677; Lecturer B: $6,221-$13,224; Lecturer C: $6,825-$14,523; Lecturer D: $8,593-$15,211.

Skills

• Ability to teach in multiple areas of nutrition.
• Experience supervising student projects.
• Proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Benefits

• Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.
• Equal opportunity and excellence in education and employment.

Pay

• Salary range based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Positions are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Contact Information

To apply, attach a cover letter, current CV, list of CSU courses previously taught, unofficial transcripts, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Selected applicants will be required to submit sealed official transcripts of highest degree prior to appointment. For questions, please contact the Food Science & Nutrition Department by phone at (805) 756-2205 or by email at drscatti@calpoly.edu.