Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Religious Studies (AY 26/27)

Responsibilities

Teaching general education courses such as Abrahamic Religions, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Religion, Gender and Society.

Requirements

• A Master's or ABD in Religious Studies is required.
• Demonstrable teaching at the college or university level.
• Ph.D. in Religious Studies preferred.

Qualifications

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. 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-$15,221

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

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. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Special Conditions

• Mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• Background check required.
• Must reside in California at the time of hire and for the entirety of the appointment.

How to Apply

Please attach: A cover letter, Resume/Curriculum Vitae, a list indicating courses you are interested in teaching; if applicable, a list of courses previously taught, a copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required prior to an appointment), Teaching philosophy, teaching effectiveness, if available. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.

Contact Information

Please contact Ken Brown, Department Chair via email at dbrown07@calpoly.edu for questions.

Review Date

May 1, 2026 and continues throughout the 2026 - 2027 academic year.