AY Temporary Faculty Pool; Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Job Information

Job No: 556801

Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Fresno

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph
2. Responsibilities include preparing, delivering, conducting, proctoring, and grading lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet in the scheduled mode (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid) throughout the semester.

• Taught courses may include Machine Design, Thermal/Fluids, Materials/Product Development, Dynamics, or other courses identified to fulfill educational goals.

Appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations. The “Order of Work” applies: tenure‑line faculty are assigned first, followed by new lecturer appointees. Appointees must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States; the university does not sponsor work visas.

Payment is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). For a lecturer with a Master's degree, the salary range is $5,507–$6,677 per month for full‑time teaching (15 WTUs). Starting salaries generally begin near the minimum of the range and are adjusted based on WTUs assigned.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution (or foreign equivalent).
• Experience:
  
  Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

• Commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, evidenced by prior experience and evaluations.
• Successful undergraduate teaching experience.
• Experience in research and/or industry.

A review of applications is ongoing on a rolling basis. Submit an online application via the university career portal, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of courses you are qualified to teach, references (names and contact information of at least three professional references), and unofficial transcripts.

Key deadlines:

• Fall 2026:
  July 1, 2026 (full consideration)
• Spring 2027:
  October 31, 2026 (full consideration)
• Closing of announcement:
  March 1, 2027

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of protected status such as race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, and veteran status.