Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Packaging (AY 26/27)

The California State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The California State University is seeking part-time lecturers for the Industrial Technology, Packaging, and Entrepreneurship area at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. This temporary position involves teaching courses related to packaging design and sustainability for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant industry experience.

Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree and a strong teaching potential. The role provides an opportunity to engage with diverse students in a dynamic learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must have substantial and relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated currency in the professional field through ongoing work or training.
• Strong teaching commitment and potential required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in packaging design and related subjects.
• Engage with students in laboratory settings.
• Prepare course materials and assessments.

Skills

Industry experience

Teaching potential

Professional engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Industrial Technology, Design, Engineering, or related discipline

MS, MBA, or PhD in relevant field (Preferred)

Job description

Apply now Job no: 557287

Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Business/Management, On-site (work in-person at business location)

The Industrial Technology, Packaging, and Entrepreneurship area in the Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers and lab instructors during the Fall and/or Spring semesters of the 2026‑27 academic year, which begins August 17, 2026. Positions are available as determined by need and funding for teaching assignments in packaging design, packaging polymers and processing, packaging machinery and processes, packaging sustainability, instrumental analysis of packaging polymers, packaging quality assessment, packaging laws and regulations, healthcare packaging, packaging performance testing, fiber‑based packaging, and packaging development. Assignments are contingent upon class availability, scheduling, budget and enrollments.

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 2026, 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, 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.

Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in the state of California at the time of hire and for the entirety of the appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Industrial Technology, Design, Engineering, or related discipline. Demonstrated currency in the professional field through ongoing work, training or engagement with industry trends. Substantial and relevant industry experience, showing depth of knowledge and practical application in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

MS, MBA, or PhD in Packaging, Industrial Technology, Design, Engineering, or related discipline. Must demonstrate a strong teaching potential and commitment to maintaining currency in the professional field.

Special Conditions

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.

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

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.

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.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please attach a cover letter, resume/CV, copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official sealed transcripts of highest degree will be required of all finalists prior to appointment), and teaching effectiveness to your online faculty application. If applicable, please also attach a list of CSU courses previously taught and courses requesting consideration to teach. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing your application. Cal Poly will solicit letters from the people listed by applicants.

For questions, please contact the Industrial Technology, Packaging and Entrepreneurship Area in the Orfalea College of Business by email at [e-mail].

Advertised: Jun 04 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Mar 31 2027 Pacific Daylight Time