Lecturer Pool in Department of Computer Science; Academic Year 26

Department of Computer Science Temporary Faculty Pool

The Department

The Computer Science Department at Cal Poly Humboldt offers two degree programs: a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering. Both are distinguished by an emphasis on computational thinking, active learning, and working within a collaborative environment. We present students with a broad core program experience augmented by opportunities to enjoy stimulating electives, study abroad, and gainful employment and experience through internships.

Career opportunities in Computer Science and Software Engineering are plentiful. Our interns and graduates choose among jobs in government, education, business, and service organizations where they work in teams with scientists, social scientists, executives, doctors, lawyers, and more.

See the CS Department website for additional information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-science

Courses offered by the department include Data Structures, Algorithms, Python Programming, Java Programming, Software Project Management, Database Design, Web‑apps using Databases, and Artificial Intelligence.

See full listing of course offerings here:  (by clicking on Course Descriptions and filtering by CS).

B.A./B.S. or equivalent and 3 years of related experience is required. Successful applicants will also have demonstrated successful teaching experience and/or recent professional training experience. Preference will be given to applicants with a completed M.A./M.S. in a related discipline, and two years of successful college teaching in a related field.

Position Type: Lecturer

Availability: As needed

First Review Date: Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Early response is encouraged.

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677

Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224

Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523

Appointees are typically placed at the beginning of the range. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

For more information on how Academic Year faculty are paid, see the Explanation of the Distribution of Pay.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student‑centered practices and policies. We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations.

The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body. We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.

Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi’ni (over in the woods). The Cal Poly Humboldt campus in Northern California is in close proximity to several thriving Native American tribes and communities. Humboldt currently has the largest percentage of Native American students in the CSU system and has over 30 Native American faculty and staff, many from local area California Indian tribes.

Cal Poly Humboldt is home to a number of leading Native American programs including the Indian Tribal Education and Personnel Program (ITEPP) and the Indian Natural Resource, Science and Engineering Program (INRSEP). There are also many opportunities at Humboldt to conduct research, teaching and community work on Native American history and cultures, with resources in Special Collections at the Cal Poly…