Lecturer AY - Plant Sciences

Job

Location: Pomona, Southern California

Appointment Type: Temporary, Part Time, On-site

The Department of Plant Science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for part‑time lecturer positions. The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term runs from late August to mid‑December; the Spring term runs from mid‑January to mid‑May, with possible teaching during Summer Sessions.

• Agronomy
• Horticulture
• Arboriculture
• Controlled Environmental Agriculture
• Soil Science
• Entomology
• Weed Science
• Irrigation & Water Management
• Landscape Design & Management
• Sustainable Agriculture

Teach assigned division courses in the department’s curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on the assigned teaching unit load. Assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses.

• Master’s degree in agriculture, plant physiology, plant pathology, crop science, agroecology, forestry, controlled environment agriculture, entomology, horticulture, or a closely related discipline.
• Relevant professional work experience in agriculture, plant science, horticulture, environmental science, or a closely related field may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree.

• Ph.D. in agriculture, plant physiology, plant pathology, crop science, agroecology, forestry, controlled environment agriculture, entomology, horticulture, or a related discipline.
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and ability to provide evidence of strong teaching effectiveness.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Initial appointments are for one semester only. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments per full semester. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range, not to exceed $6,221 per month.

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. For additional information about university benefits, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or Your Life@CPP.

A complete application must include:

• Cover Letter (indicate which courses you are qualified to teach)
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree (official transcripts required upon hire)
• Three professional references with names and email addresses
• A list of Plant Science courses you feel qualified to teach

Applications will be reviewed as needed. For questions about the position, contact Anna Soper, Department Chair (alsoper).

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in education and employment in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and actively prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator  more information, see Employment Notices.

Advertised: April 29, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: March 01, 2027 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time