Full Time Lecturer - Environmental Engineering (AY 24-25)

FULL-TIME LECTURER - ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time temporary lecturer position in Environmental Engineering for academic year 2024/25. The position starts in Fall 2024 with the possibility of a one-year extension for academic year 2025/26 based on departmental need and satisfactory evaluations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the areas of pollutant fate and transport, alternative energy systems, prevention/management of climate pollutants, and environmental risk assessment depending on department needs and the candidate’s skills. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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-$15,211

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS – A minimum of an M.S. in environmental, civil, chemical engineering or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - P.E. licensure is preferred. Ph.D. in environmental, civil, chemical engineering or a closely related field is preferred. Previous teaching experience is desirable. Preference will be given to those with experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Candidates with relevant work, related industry, professional, or consulting experience will be given preference to reinforce Cal Poly’s Learn by Doing core philosophy.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.

For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT - The Civil & Environmental Engineering Department has two separate B.S. degree programs with approximately 650 undergraduate students in the Civil Engineering Program and 250 in the Environmental Engineering Program. Both programs are ABET accredited. The Department’s undergraduate programs are consistently rated as among the best in the U.S. for non-Ph.D. granting institutions.

HOW TO APPLY - Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae, (3) a diversity statement, (4) an unofficial transcript, and (5) a statement of teaching philosophy. If applicable, please upload a list of CSU courses taught and/or courses you are requesting consideration to teach. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Receipt of official transcripts is required prior to appointment start date. Review of applications will begin May 30, 2024. Applications received after the review begin date may be considered.

For further questions please contact Misgana Muleta, CE/ENVE Department Chair, at mmuleta@calpoly.edu.