2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Mechanical Engineering

California State University, Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking applicants for a Lecturer Pool in Mechanical Engineering. This part-time instructional faculty role focuses on teaching lower division, upper division, and graduate courses. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or a Bachelor’s with five years of relevant experience. Duties include instruction, class prep, and grading. The position is subject to renewal based on enrollment and budgetary needs.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• A Bachelor's degree with five years of experience is also acceptable.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Other duties assigned based on departmental needs.
• Course assignments decided by the Department Chair.

Skills

Teaching

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Class preparation

Grading

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field with minimum five years professional experience

Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field

Job description

2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Mechanical Engineering

Job No: 556340
Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Sacramento

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Position Title

Lecturer Pool – Mechanical Engineering

Position Details

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is comprised of 14 full‑time faculty members who support over 900 undergraduate students and more than 60 graduate students. The department offers B.S. and M.S. degree programs in Mechanical Engineering emphasizing practical applications in design, manufacturing, materials science, aerospace, energy, and thermal sciences. The department invites applications for lecturers in all areas: lower division, upper division, and graduate courses.

Duties

• Instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Other duties assigned based on departmental needs.
• Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Appointment & Salary

Part‑time lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Initial appointments typically cover one semester, occasionally one academic year. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance.

Initial rank and salary are based on professional experience and educational background. Most new lecturers are hired at Lecturer A or B rank.

Salary ranges (July 2024) for the respective ranks are based on a full‑time rate of 15 weighted teaching units (WTUs). A semester comprises six payments. Pay is calculated pro‑rated based on units worked out of 15 WTUs.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field, or
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field with minimum five (5) years related professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Prior teaching experience at the university level.
• Professional experience in a related field.

Application Process

• Unofficial transcript of highest degree.
• List of at least three references with contact information.

Eligibility & Security

• Candidate must provide official transcripts and proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Background check (including criminal records) must be completed satisfactorily before any offer.
• Position may be designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA) if identified by Director of Clery Compliance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

California State University, Sacramento is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to accept employment in the U.S.