Full-Time Lecturer AY - Computer Science and Software Engineering (AY 24/25)

The Computer Science and Software 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 2024-2025 academic year with the possibility of a one-year extension for academic year 2025-2026 contingent on departmental need and satisfactory evaluations.

Full-time appointments are made from a list of accepted applicants, as determined by need, and contingent on funding. Responsibilities include teaching computer science, software engineering, or computer engineering courses.

Candidates with extensive industry experience are encouraged to apply.

At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community.

Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly’s values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer.

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 2023, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are :

Lecturer A : $5,007-$6,359

Lecturer B : $5,925-$12,594

Lecturer C : $6,500-$13,831

Lecturer D : $8,184-$14,487

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. When . is in a related field, .

must be in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering. Effective communication skills required.

Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings, is required.

Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

University teaching experience.

Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Preference will also be given to those with 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.

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 the 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

Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) resume / curriculum vitae, (3) diversity statement, (4) copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree, (5) statement of teaching philosophy, and (6) list of CSU courses taught and courses requesting consideration to teach to the online faculty application.

Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the application.

Selected applicants will be required to submit sealed official transcripts prior to the appointment. Review begins May 29, 2024.

Applications received after review begin date may be considered.

For questions, please contact Dr. Aaron Keen (