Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Ethnic Studies - San Luis Obispo Campus (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Ethnic Studies - San Luis Obispo Campus (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Responsibilities include teaching courses in Ethnic Studies particularly course offerings that focus on the intersections of race, gender, sexuality, and class in the U.S. Most Ethnic Studies courses focus on American Indian/Indigenous, African American, Latina/o/e, or Asian American communities and cultures. Position Location Open Date Close Date Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Ethnic Studies - San Luis Obispo Campus (AY 26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus April 01, 2026 March 31, 2027 This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the Ethnic Studies department to draw on as necessary.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Natural Resources Mgmt & Environmental Sciences (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Natural Resources Mgmt & Environmental Sciences (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department consists of three B.S. degrees in Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences, Environmental Management and Protection (ENVM major is endorsed by the California Association of Environmental Professionals), Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR is accredited by the Society of American Foresters). The NRES Department has greenhouse research space, analytical equipment, access to Swanton Pacific Ranch, a 3800 acre FSC-Certified Demonstration Coastal forest property located in Santa Cruz Co. Department website: http://nres.calpoly.edu/ .
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) - (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) - (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Position Location Open Date Close Date Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) - (AY 26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus April 03, 2026 March 31, 2027 This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) department to draw on as necessary. Possible courses include: Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies; Introduction to Science, Technology & Society; Introduction to Media Art & Technologies; Values & Technology; Topics and Issues in Values, Media and Culture; Media Art & Technologies: Storytelling; Media Art & Technologies: Cinematic Processes; and Interdisciplinary Research Methods.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Agribusiness (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Agribusiness (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Agribusiness Department at Cal Poly has approximately 600 undergraduate students and 12 faculty members who teach a wide variety of courses from agricultural economics, finance, risk management, rural appraisal, food and agricultural policy, marketing and sales, quantitative analysis, food and fiber supply chain management and human resource management. The Department is recognized for the excellence of its agribusiness education programs based on the success of its graduates, the expertise of its faculty, the excellence of its research and outreach programs and for the support it receives from agribusiness firms and alumni.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Nutrition (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Nutrition (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Lecturers in the Nutrition program are expected to teach undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory courses in one or more of the following areas: introductory nutrition, food customs and culture, medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, nutrition counseling, nutrition & exercise for health & disease prevention, life-cycle nutrition including maternal/child and nutrition in aging. The Food Science and Nutrition Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Social Sciences (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Social Sciences (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Sensitive 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Theatre & Dance/Theatre Program (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Theatre & Dance/Theatre Program (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Position Location Open Date Close Date Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Theatre & Dance/Theatre Program (AY 26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus April 03, 2026 March 31, 2027 PART-TIME LECTURERS IN THEATRE: The Cal Poly Theatre and Dance Department invites applications for a pool of part-time lecturer appointments in the Theatre Program. Assignments may include teaching courses such as: Introduction to Theatre, Theatre History, Improvised Narratives, American Theatre and/or Topics in Diversity on the American Stage, World Drama, Rehearsal and Performance, Music Direction and Vocal Coaching, Stage Management, Production Management, Sound Design and Engineering, and Technologies in Design and Technical Production.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Communication Studies (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Communication Studies (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Position Location Open Date Close Date Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Communication Studies (AY 26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus April 01, 2026 March 31, 2027 The Communication Studies Department is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturer positions, available as determined by need and funding during the Fall and/or Spring Semesters. 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Mathematics - Solano Campus (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Mathematics - Solano Campus (AY 26/27)CA$5,507–$6,677Responsibilities usually include teaching lower division mathematics courses such as Transition to College Algebra, Stretch College Algebra, Stretch Precalculus, College Algebra, Precalculus, Calculus I, III, and III, Linear Analysis, and Statistics. 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Comp Science & Software Engineering (AY 26/27) California Polytechnic State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Comp Science & Software Engineering (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Position Location Open Date Close Date Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Comp Science & Software Engineering (AY 26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus April 01, 2026 March 31, 2027 This a pool of part-time lecturers for the Computer Science and Software Engineering Department to draw on as necessary. B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Computer Engineering, with multiple years of applicable industry experience, or M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - School of Education (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - School of Education (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Applications are welcome from candidates with one or more of the following specialties: Multiple Subject, Single Subject, Higher Education Counseling and Student Affairs, Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education, and Educational Leadership and Administration. For the Educational Leadership and Administration Program, faculty applicant''''s minimum requirements are a MA in Educational Leadership or closely related field, possession of or eligibility for the CA Administrative Services credential, and five (5) years of experience as a K-12 school administrator.
Assistant Professor, Agricultural Communication California State UniversityAssistant Professor, Agricultural CommunicationSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearThe Agricultural Education and Communication Department at Cal Poly has approximately 155 undergraduate students in Agricultural Communication and 175 undergraduate students in Agricultural Science, 45 Master of Agricultural Education candidates, and seven full-time faculty who teach in the areas of agricultural teacher education and agricultural communications. Responsibilities may include supervising undergraduate senior projects, mentoring graduate students, advising student organizations and competitive teams, and supporting internships, field-based learning experiences, and industry partnerships that connect students with agricultural communication professionals and stakeholders.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Soil Science (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Soil Science (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department consists of three B.S. degrees in Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences, Environmental Management and Protection (ENVM major is endorsed by the California Association of Environmental Professionals), Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR is accredited by the Society of American Foresters). The Natural Resources Management & Environmental Sciences Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturer positions for the 2026-2027 academic year as determined by need.
Assistant/Associate Professor, Agricultural Economics California State UniversityAssistant/Associate Professor, Agricultural EconomicsSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearThe curriculum is diverse with key classes in data analytics, agricultural economics, accounting, and sales, and more advanced classes in marketing, agricultural policy, finance, risk management, supply chain management, human resource management, the value-added food sector, the retail sector, global agricultural trade, and data analytics. The department's research and education activities are conducted on a wide array of issues that include U.S. and California agricultural policies, new and emerging industries, agribusiness management, resource management, supply-chain and retail management, agricultural marketing, and technology adoption in agriculture.
Assistant Professor, Agricultural Science California State UniversityAssistant Professor, Agricultural ScienceSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearDuties will include delivering undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural communication, agricultural education, and agricultural leadership; student academic advising; overseeing co-curricular activities; working with students, faculty, staff, and industry representatives to serve diverse agriculture industry served by graduates of the BS in Agricultural Science program. The Agricultural Education and Communication Department at Cal Poly has approximately155 undergraduate students in Agricultural Communication and 175 undergraduate students in Agricultural Science, 45 Master of Agricultural Education candidates, and seven full-time faculty who teach in the areas of agricultural teacher education and agricultural communications.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Agricultural Education (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Agricultural Education (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Applicant must have at least three years outstanding success as a high school teacher of agricultural education; knowledge of agriculture, the FFA and Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs is essential; supervision of student teachers; an M.S. degree in Agriculture or Master of Agricultural Education; ability to communicate effectively in both the written and verbal forms are required. The Agricultural Education and Communication Department at Cal Poly has approximately 300 undergraduate students, 55 Master''''s Degree candidates, and six full-time and two part-time faculty who teach in the areas of teacher education and agricultural communications.
Assistant/Associate Professor, Sport and Event Management California State UniversityAssistant/Associate Professor, Sport and Event ManagementSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearExamples of potential courses may include the following: Introduction to Sport Management, Community Relations and Sports-Based Youth Development, Sport Marketing and the Fan Experience, Strategic Event Planning, Strategic Event Implementation, Experiential Marketing Strategies for Experience Industry Management, Interpreting Experience Industry Data Analytics, Introduction to the Experience Industry, Senior Project in the Experience Industry, and Assessment & Evaluation in the Experience Industry. The role provides cross-pollination opportunities across degree emphasis areas of tourism, hospitality, destination marketing, recreation, and experience design and emphasizes interdisciplinary scholarship that expands applied research capacity in the Experience Innovation Lab and advances both theoretical frameworks and applied practices in sport event strategy, logistics, sustainability, and community impact.
Assistant/Associate Professor, Experience Design California State UniversityAssistant/Associate Professor, Experience DesignSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearThe successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (i.e., research, grant writing, publications, and presentations) in an area of expertise directly related to experience design, design thinking, customer/guest experience, data analytics and/or artificial intelligence, or a related field, as part of their professional development and as an integral contributor to the Experience Innovations Lab, where the candidate will play a central role in leading projects, pursuing external funding, and advancing the lab's mission. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Experience Industry Management Department, including courses such as Experience Design: Theories and Applications, Introduction to the Experience Industry, Sustainability in the Experience Industry, Evaluation and Assessment Methods in the Experience Industries, Interpreting Experience Industry Data Analytics, Strategic Event Planning, and Strategic Event Implementation, and Senior Project.
Full-Time Lecturer, BioResource and Agricultural Engineering California State UniversityFull-Time Lecturer, BioResource and Agricultural EngineeringSan Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The BioResource and Agricultural Engineering (BRAE) Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a two-year, full-time, academic year Full Time Lecturer starting approximately August 12, 2027. 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677As a premier comprehensive polytechnic university, Cal Poly is ranked as the best public master''''s university in the western U.S., while its Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering program is also ranked as one of the best public master''''s level programs in the United States. Our "learn by doing" philosophy ( https://www.calpoly.edu/learn-by-doing ) is emphasized in the curriculum by the large number of design-centered laboratories, integrating design throughout the curriculum, and the senior project capstone design experience.
Full Time Lecturer - Water Resources Engineering (AY 26-27) California State UniversityFull Time Lecturer - Water Resources Engineering (AY 26-27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children's center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/ ). 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.
Full-Time Lecturer AY - Computer Engineering (AY26/27) California State UniversityFull-Time Lecturer AY - Computer Engineering (AY26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children's center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/ ). 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Nutrition (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Nutrition (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Lecturers in the Nutrition program are expected to teach undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory courses in one or more of the following areas: introductory nutrition, food customs and culture, medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, nutrition counseling, nutrition & exercise for health & disease prevention, life-cycle nutrition including maternal/child and nutrition in aging. The Food Science and Nutrition Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year.
Full-time Lecturer - Architecture California State UniversityFull-time Lecturer - ArchitectureSan Luis Obispo, CA$78,000–$84,000 / yearIn the spirit of the teacher-scholar model, the Architecture Teacher Scholar position was established in 2021 to bring emerging educators to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo to infuse the curriculum and community with a rich diversity of discourse, design philosophies, methods, and pedagogical approaches. Please detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of experience with inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, to a wide variety of students and a description of how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly.
Full-Time Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering - AY 26/27 (San Luis Obispo Campus) California State UniversityFull-Time Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering - AY 26/27 (San Luis Obispo Campus)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Mechanical Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill full-time lecturer positions for the 2026-2027 academic year with the possibility of a one-year extension for academic year 2027-2028 contingent on departmental need and satisfactory evaluations. Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children's center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/ ).
Full Time Lecturer, Mechanical and Mechatronics Technology and Engineering California State UniversityFull Time Lecturer, Mechanical and Mechatronics Technology and EngineeringSan Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a two-year, academic year, Full-Time Lecture position in Mechanical and Mechatronics Technology and Engineering starting August 17, 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate level courses in: Agriculture Machinery Safety; Ag Power and Machinery Management; Mechanical Systems Analysis; Agricultural Systems Management; and Equipment Engineering; and engineering topics including Solid Works and shop safety.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Comp Science & Software Engineering (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Comp Science & Software Engineering (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children's center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/ ). 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Culinary/Foodservice (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Culinary/Foodservice (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Food Science and Nutrition Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter providing some detail of the applicant''''s qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current CV; (3) a list of CSU courses previously taught and courses requesting consideration to teach (if applicable); (4) copy of unofficial transcripts; and (5) a statement regarding teaching philosophy.
Assistant Professor in Architecture California State UniversityAssistant Professor in ArchitectureSan Luis Obispo, CA$97,008–$103,644 / yearThe Architecture Department in the College of Architecture & Environmental Design (CAED) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a tenure-track Design Plus position through which faculty will engage in design studio teaching alongside one of the following areas of scholarly specialization: Representation; History, Theory, and Criticism, beginning on August 17, 2026. At Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, in their first two years undergraduate architecture students are engaged in our two-year core including coordinated design studios with a co-requisite stream in representation and exposure to history, theory, and criticism through large lecture courses in equity, social justice and architecture and architectural history survey courses.
Full Time Lecturer, Environmental Planning California State UniversityFull Time Lecturer, Environmental PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a two-year, academic year, Full Time Lecturer in Environmental Planning starting August 17, 2026. The department has access to a variety of on campus and off campus field and lab resources to support hands on instruction and research, including multiple ranches and agricultural fields on campus as well as Cal Poly's 3,000-acre Swanton Pacific Ranch in Santa Cruz county.
Tenure Track Position - Public Health California State UniversityTenure Track Position - Public HealthSan Luis Obispo, CA$97,788–$107,628 / yearExternal research grants currently fund approximately 10 staff positions including researchers, faculty investigators, research staff, a community liaison, database managers, phlebotomists, a technician, student research fellows, medical consultants and a translator. Our faculty are actively engaged teacher scholars who study chronic disease prevention and treatment, access to healthcare, digital technologies, reducing health disparities, promoting maternal and child health, movement behaviors, tobacco cessation, health communications, sexual health, and gender-based violence prevention.
Assistant Professor in Construction Management California State UniversityAssistant Professor in Construction ManagementSan Luis Obispo, CA$99,996–$110,004 / yearCandidates should have a strong interest in and are expected to: Teach and develop courses in the construction management program; Advise students to help them attain academic and professional success; Work with and mentor student organizations and competition teams; Collaborate with related disciplines, industry partners, and communities; Pursue professional development that includes scholarly activities. Ability to communicate effectively, work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, conduct themselves professionally, and perform appropriate service functions at the department, college, and university levels.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Computer Engineering (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Computer Engineering (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or related field, with multiple years of applicable industry experience, or M.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or related field. Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children's center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/ ).
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Agribusiness (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Agribusiness (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Agribusiness Department at Cal Poly has approximately 600 undergraduate students and 12 faculty members who teach a wide variety of courses from agricultural economics, finance, risk management, rural appraisal, food and agricultural policy, marketing and sales, quantitative analysis, food and fiber supply chain management and human resource management. 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.
Full Time Lecturer - Structural Engineering (AY 26-27) California State UniversityFull Time Lecturer - Structural Engineering (AY 26-27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Cal Poly is family friendly, offering parental leave, educational fee waivers, childcare pre-tax benefits, and an on-campus children's center ( https://www.asi.calpoly.edu/childrens-center/ ). 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.
Assistant Professor of Marketing California State UniversityAssistant Professor of MarketingSan Luis Obispo, CA$139,100–$153,800 / yearIn 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. The Marketing Area in the Orfalea College of Business at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-line, academic year position in Marketing beginning August 17, 2026.
Full-time Lecturer - Biological Sciences California State UniversityFull-time Lecturer - Biological SciencesSan Luis Obispo, CA$78,432–$89,772 / yearThe department''''s mission is three-fold: I) offer majors leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences, Marine Science, or Microbiology, as well as a thriving Master of Science degree Program; 2) offer courses to satisfy the biology requirements for other majors; and 3) offer courses to meet general education and breadth requirements for Cal Poly''''s entire student population. The department is currently composed of an elected department chair (3-year term), 33 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 4 full-time lecturers, 35-40 part-time faculty/teaching associates, approximately 25 student assistants, and 9 support staff of which 3 provide administrative support and 6 support classroom and research endeavors.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Food Science (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Food Science (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Lecturers in the Food Science program are expected to teach undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory sections in one or more of the following areas: food quality assurance, food processing, food packaging, food safety, food engineering, food law, sensory evaluation, an upper-division GE food science course, and other courses assigned at the discretion of the department. The Food Science and Nutrition Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year.
Full-time Lecturer - Architectural Engineering California State UniversityFull-time Lecturer - Architectural EngineeringSan Luis Obispo, CA$78,000–$92,000 / yearPlease detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of experience with inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, to a wide variety of students and a description of how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly. 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.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Natural Resources Mgmt & Environmental Sciences (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Natural Resources Mgmt & Environmental Sciences (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department consists of three B.S. degrees in Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences, Environmental Management and Protection (ENVM major is endorsed by the California Association of Environmental Professionals), Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR is accredited by the Society of American Foresters). The NRES Department has greenhouse research space, analytical equipment, access to Swanton Pacific Ranch, a 3800 acre FSC-Certified Demonstration Coastal forest property located in Santa Cruz Co. Department website: http://nres.calpoly.edu/ .
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Entrepreneurship (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Entrepreneurship (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677The Industrial Technology, Packaging, and Entrepreneurship Area in the Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly is seeking applications for a pool of part-time Entrepreneurship lecturers during the Fall and/or Spring semesters of the 2026-27 academic year, which begins August 17, 2026. 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.
Full-time Lecturer - Construction Management California State UniversityFull-time Lecturer - Construction ManagementSan Luis Obispo, CA$82,000–$93,024 / yearInterested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, (3) copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree, (4) statement of teaching philosophy, including approach to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds (5) list of any CSU courses previously taught and/or courses requesting consideration to teach (6) course evaluation results (if applicable). Requirements include a Master's degree in Construction Management or closely related discipline from an accredited institution or comparable institution, and five (5) years of relevant teaching experience and/or professional construction experience employed in increasingly responsible management positions primarily in the US construction or comparable industry.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Marketing (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Marketing (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Positions are available as determined by need and funding for teaching assignments in introductory principles of marketing, international marketing, market research, new product development and launch, product management, sales, sales technology, or other more advanced courses during the Fall and/or Spring semesters of the 2026-27 academic year, which begins August 17, 2026. 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.
Assistant/Associate Professor, Landscape-scale Working Lands Conservation California State UniversityAssistant/Associate Professor, Landscape-scale Working Lands ConservationSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearThe Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences (NRES) Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Landscape-Scale Working Lands Conservation, starting approximately August 12, 2027. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working collaboratively with partners including, for example, public lands managers, the forestry industry, the agricultural industry, state agencies, tribal governments and organizations, and non-governmental organizations to advance teaching and scholarship.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Industrial Technology (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Industrial Technology (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677Positions are available as determined by need and funding for teaching assignments in industrial automation and manufacturing technologies (e.g., CAD/CAM, basic PLC and robot programming, setup/operation of CNC mills and lathes), industrial power systems, industrial safety and quality program leadership, product design and development (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, ArtiosCAD, KeyShot, Rhinoceros, prototyping, sketching, rendering), supply chain management and logistics, operations planning and control, lean six sigma, commercialization of new technologies, and professional technical selling. 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.
Tenure Track Position - Physiology California State UniversityTenure Track Position - PhysiologySan Luis Obispo, CA$97,788–$107,628 / yearThe department's mission is three-fold: I) offer majors leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences, Marine Science, or Microbiology; 2) offer courses to satisfy the biology requirements for other majors; and 3) offer courses to meet general education and breadth requirements for Cal Poly's entire student population. The Biological Sciences Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications to fill a full-time, academic year, tenure track position in physiology, with appointment beginning approximately August 12, 2027.
Tenure Track Position - Statistics/Data Science California State UniversityTenure Track Position - Statistics/Data ScienceSan Luis Obispo, CA$97,788–$107,628 / yearThe Statistics Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications to fill multiple full-time, academic year, tenure track positions in Statistics and/or Data Science, with appointment beginning approximately August 12, 2027. The Statistics Department is an affiliate of the newly established Noyce School of Applied Computing at Cal Poly, an interdisciplinary school that creates opportunities for students and faculty to use computing and statistical principles, concepts, and technologies to address real-world problems.
Assistant/Associate Professor, Sustainable Food Systems and Data Management California State UniversityAssistant/Associate Professor, Sustainable Food Systems and Data ManagementSan Luis Obispo, CA$90,948–$105,156 / yearThe BioResource and Agricultural Engineering (BRAE) Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure‐track Assistant/Associate Professor of Sustainable Food Systems and Data Management, starting approximately August 12, 2027. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in sustainability assessments or life cycle assessment methodology applied to food or agricultural systems, competency in quantitative data analysis relevant to food and agricultural systems and a commitment to undergraduate teaching and learn-by-doing pedagogy.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Statistics (AY 26/27) California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Statistics (AY 26/27)San Luis Obispo, CA$5,507–$6,677In 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. 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.
Assistant / Associate Professor in Architecture California State UniversityAssistant / Associate Professor in ArchitectureSan Luis Obispo, CA$97,008–$103,644 / yearCal Poly is a student-centered university that is committed to the "teacher-scholar model," in which teaching and scholarship are valued as mutually beneficial practices-offering vibrant learning experiences for students through meaningful engagement in faculty scholarly activity and advancing faculty scholarship through teaching. We invite applicants with expertise in the creative integration of architectural building technologies, including environmentally conscious design, construction systems (materials, structure, envelope); site contextual systems (analysis and design); and building systems (passive and active thermal control, daylighting, electric lighting, acoustics) to begin on August 17, 2026.