Lecturer AY - College of Science – SCI Courses

Temporary Faculty Pool

College of Science – SCI Courses
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

The College of Science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for Part‑Time Lecturer positions to teach its college‑level SCI courses, including the College of Science First‑Year Experience sequence. This is a college‑wide pool open to qualified instructors across the natural, physical, life, and mathematical sciences; it is not tied to a single department.

Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 22‑campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. The university is known for its learn‑by‑doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model. The campus is situated on 1,400 acres of historic land and is located on the territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people, the traditional caretakers of Tovaangar.

Cal Poly Pomona has nearly 30,000 students taught and mentored by more than 1,400 faculty in 54 bachelor's, 29 master’s, 11 credential and certificate, and one doctorate program in educational leadership.

The College of Science prepares students to apply scientific knowledge with purpose and impact, advancing Cal Poly Pomona’s “Become by doing” philosophy. From first year through graduation, students engage directly in scientific practice, designing and conducting experiments, working with advanced laboratory and field instrumentation, and applying data, computation, and theory to address real‑world scientific and societal challenges. Experiential learning is central to the college’s identity, integrating hands‑on inquiry, research, and problem‑based learning throughout the curriculum.

The college’s SCI courses serve students from across all College of Science departments and emphasize interdisciplinary problem solving, scientific reasoning, quantitative and data literacy, communication, and the academic skills that help students thrive as university learners. The First‑Year Experience sequence is a college‑wide learning community that introduces new students to academic expectations, intellectual challenges, and resources while connecting them to faculty mentors and peers early in their academic journey.

The Temporary Faculty Pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The fall term begins in late August and ends in mid‑December; the spring term begins in mid‑January and ends in mid‑May. Opportunities for teaching during the summer sessions may also be available.

We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student‑centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• College of Science First‑Year Experience courses – SCI 1010 / SCI 1010A (Science and Mathematics: Freshman Experience I) and SCI 1020A (Science and Mathematics: Freshman Experience II).
• Other interdisciplinary, college‑level SCI courses supporting scientific reasoning, quantitative and data literacy, scientific communication, and student success.

Teach assigned curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load. Assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses. Lecturers are expected to foster an inclusive, student‑centered learning environment, contribute to the goals of the First‑Year Experience learning community where assigned, and collaborate with college faculty and staff on course coordination and student success.

• A Master’s degree in a science, mathematics, education, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college or university level and to support a diverse student population.

• A Ph.D. in a science discipline or a closely related field.
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and the ability to…