Mechanical Engineering - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Opt For Healthy Living; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living is looking for a Part-Time Lecturer to join the Mechanical Engineering department at CSU Fullerton. This role involves teaching a range of Mechanical Engineering subjects and requires at least an MS degree in the field or a BS with relevant industry experience. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in online teaching and a strong ability to engage with a diverse student population. The position offers flexible teaching opportunities based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required, or BS with two years of industry experience.
• Proficiency with online teaching strategies enhances candidacy.
• Must document experience in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach subjects related to Mechanical Engineering as needed.
• Prepare and present engaging course materials.
• Support diverse and inclusive classroom environments.

Skills

Excellent academic preparation in Mechanical Engineering

Proficiency with online teaching strategies

Ability to interact with diverse students

Education

MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

BS in Mechanical Engineering with at least two years of industry experience

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred)

Job description

Mechanical Engineering - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Job no: 557770

Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Fullerton

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Part-Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student centered to teach all subject related to Mechanical Engineering.

This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available. APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART‑TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field with at least two years industry experience in engineering field, and demonstrated experience in related field
• Able to document their excellent academic preparation in Mechanical Engineering along with current experience in industry
• Proficiency with online teaching strategies and approaches may further enhance an applicant’s candidacy
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first‑generation college students

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse population and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• Letter of interest or Cover Letter explaining expertise and what courses you are competent to teach and/or interested in teaching
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Sample Course Syllabi (if applicable)
• Undergraduate and graduate Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts upon appointment)
• Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words).

  This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Sagil James at [e-mail] or call 657-278-3337

APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The need for part‑time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part‑time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Regular performance evaluations of part‑time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY

All part‑time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per month.

Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month.

The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three‑unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

Benefits details can be found at https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA

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, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Please note, that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check.

OUT‑OF‑STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

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 requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Advertised: May 04 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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