Lecturer AY - Geological Sciences

Location

Southern California

Temporary Lecturer (Part Time, On-site)

Part‑time Lecturer in geological sciences at Cal Poly Pomona, teaching courses such as Oceanography, Meteorology, Engineering Geology, or Introduction to Geology. Positions available fall, spring, and possibly summer sessions during the 2026-27 academic year.

• Teach assigned division courses and conduct weekly office hours per unit load.

• Master’s degree in geology or related discipline.

• Ph.D. in geology or related discipline.
• Prior college/university level teaching experience and evidence of strong teaching.
• Industry experience.

Initial rank and salary based on experience, not to exceed $6,221 per month. Full‑time (15 units) salaries prorated for units worked, paid in six monthly payments per semester. Includes professional development and faculty life benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition assistance). For full details, visit the university benefits page.

• Cover Letter indicating qualified courses.
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree.
• Three professional references.

Submit application through the university portal. For questions, contact Stephen Osborn, Professor & Department Chair (sgosborn).

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Pursuant to Education Code 89521 applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
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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.
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