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

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo (CA)

On-site

USD 61,458 - 169,754

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Educational fee waivers

Childcare pre-tax benefits

Job summary

A California university is establishing a part-time teaching pool for Materials Engineering starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. The role requires a B.S. in Materials Engineering or a related field and demonstrated proficiency in English. Responsibilities include teaching courses and supervising student lab projects. Applicants must be prepared to provide references and apply by May 7, 2026. No H-1B sponsorship will be offered.

Qualifications

Must have a B.S. in Materials Engineering or a related field.
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral English is required.
Experience working with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach Materials Engineering courses.
Supervise student laboratory projects.

Skills

Proficiency in written and oral English

Teaching experience

Education

B.S. in Materials Engineering or related field

Masters and/or professional registration

Job description

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.

Education

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.

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.

Required Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo will not sponsor an H-1B for this position.

Cal Poly provides a range of benefits for faculty, including parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre‑tax benefits and an on‑campus children’s center (https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/). For more information, visit https://afd.calpoly.edu/hr/benefits/.

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