Full Time Lecturer - Industrial Engineering (AY 27/28)

CSU; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time lecturer for a two-year appointment for AY 27/28 and AY 28/29. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction in core and elective industrial engineering courses within a laboratory-intensive, hands-on curriculum.

Initial rank and salary are based on professional experience and educational background; Lecturer bands apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s in industrial engineering, operations research or related field is required.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
• Ph.D. in industrial engineering, operations research, or related major (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in core and elective industrial engineering courses within a laboratory-intensive, hands-on curriculum.

Skills

Student-centered learning

Multidisciplinary collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Master’s in industrial engineering or related field

Ph.D. in industrial engineering or related field (preferred)

Job description

INDUSTRIAL & MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT - FULL-TIME LECTURER

The Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a full-time lecturer for a two-year appointment for AY 27/28 and AY 28/29. This appointment comes with the possibility of a one-year extension to AY 29/30 contingent on budget, department need, and satisfactory evaluations. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality instruction in core and elective industrial engineering courses within a laboratory-intensive, hands-on curriculum.

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

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. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, and is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Cal Poly provides a range of benefits for our faculty which can be found at https://afd.calpoly.edu/hr/benefits/. Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children’s center https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s in industrial engineering, operations research or 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

Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in industrial engineering, operations research, or related major. Preference will be given to those with experience working with broad populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in university-level teaching and/or student-centered learning. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience or those who bring professional capabilities.

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. NOTE: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

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. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.

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.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.

Department Contact – John Pan, Department Chair, Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering, [e-mail]