Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Public Health (AY 25/26)

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

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking a Part-Time Lecturer for the Public Health program. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Public Health or a related field, with responsibilities including teaching undergraduate courses. The position offers competitive compensation based on experience, with the possibility of appointments during the 2025-26 academic year. Applicants must be prepared for short-notice availability.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Public Health or related field with relevant experience in a public health setting is required.
• Preferred candidates should have a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES/MCHES) certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Public Health major and general education courses.
• Assign courses in healthy living, multicultural health, and women's health.
• Conduct laboratory courses related to public health.

Skills

Teaching

Public Health knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

Join to apply for the Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Public Health (AY 25/26) role at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)

APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM, SO APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.

PUBLIC HEALTH, PART-TIME LECTURER POOL

The Kinesiology & Public Health Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for the Public Health part-time lecturer pool. Appointments are available as determined by need during Fall, Winter, and/or Spring quarter of the 2025-26 academic year. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience, and time base.

Responsibilities may include teaching undergraduate Public Health major, and general education courses. Assignments may include a combination of the following:

• General education courses in healthy living, multicultural health, and women's health
• First Aid & CPR; physical activity & wellness courses.
• Public Health undergraduate courses such as introduction to public health; epidemiology; drug education; health behavior theory; health education for teachers; injury prevention; medical terminology; media & technology in health promotion; public health internship; research methods in public health settings; stress and chronic disease; work-site health promotion.
• Laboratory courses in epidemiology, research methods in public health settings, health promotion program planning & evaluation; obesity prevention & treatment, stress and chronic disease.

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. 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

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.

Required Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Public Health, Community Health, Health Education/Promotion, Health Psychology, or related field with relevant experience in a public health setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES/MCHES).
• Preference given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in college teaching and/or relevant experience in a public health setting.

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.

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.

For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

About The Department

The Department of Kinesiology and Public Health is a major academic unit within the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics.

How To Apply

ALL APPLICANTS are expected to attach a cover letter, resume/CV and an unofficial copy of transcripts of their highest degree earned.