Full Time Lecturer - Structural Engineering (AY 26-27)

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 169,754; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is looking for three full-time lecturers for its Civil and Environmental Engineering Department. The role involves teaching both core and elective structural engineering courses. Candidates must have a Master's in Structural or Civil Engineering and demonstrate experience in student-centered teaching. The position offers potential salary between $5,507 and $15,211 depending on rank and experience, with a commitment to an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in teaching and ability to work collaboratively is essential.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective structural engineering courses.

Skills

Commitment to student-centered learning

Collaboration in multidisciplinary settings

Proficiency in English

Education

Master’s in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, College of Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking three full‑time lecturers for a two‑year appointment (AY 26/27 and AY 27/28) with the possibility of a one‑year extension (AY 28/29) contingent on budget, departmental need, and satisfactory evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective structural engineering courses.

Education & Compensation

• 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

• Master’s in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching, and ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings.
• Proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related major.
• Experience with laboratory‑based instruction.
• Professional licensure.
• Relevant industry experience and evidence of (or potential for) excellence in teaching.
• Experience working with broad populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. 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, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.

Special Conditions

• The position holder is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.
• A conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work. Failure to satisfy the background check may result in withdrawal of the offer.
• Cal Poly is a smoke‑and‑tobacco‑free campus and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.

Contact: Bing Qu, Department Chair, Civil and Environmental Engineering, [e-mail]