Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Materials Engineering (AY 26/27)

Opt For Healthy Living; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in San Luis Obispo seeks a part-time lecturer for the Materials Engineering Department during the 2026-2027 academic year. The role includes teaching courses and possibly supervising student laboratories. Candidates should hold a B.S. in Materials Engineering or a related field, possess teaching experience, and demonstrate proficiency in English. The position requires availability on short notice and will not sponsor an H-1B visa.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Materials Engineering or related field is required.
• Teaching experience and recent industrial experience are preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral English is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Materials Engineering courses.
• Supervise student laboratory projects.
• Available on short notice for teaching appointments.

Skills

Teaching experience

Recent U.S. industrial experience

Proficiency in English

Working with diverse populations

Education

B.S. in Materials Engineering or related field

Masters and/or professional registration

Job description

Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Materials Engineering (AY 26/27)

Job no: 556033
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Engineering, On-site (work in-person at business location)

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.

The Materials Engineering Department is establishing a pool of qualified applicants for possible part‑time teaching positions during the 2026–2027 academic year. Duties involve teaching Materials Engineering courses and possible supervision of student laboratory projects.

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:

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, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

B.S. in Materials Engineering or related field, teaching, and/or recent U.S. industrial experience required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

• Masters and/or professional registration preferred.
• Experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Relevant work experience and 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.

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.

Cal Poly will not sponsor an H‑1B for this position.