Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Religious Studies; AY

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part-time lecturer pool - religious studies (ay 25/26)

job no: 546530
work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: central california: san luis obispo
categories: bargaining unit: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, job search category/discipline: faculty - social sciences, appointment type: temporary, time basis: part time

appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice.

religious studies, part-time lecturer pool- the philosophy department at california polytechnic state university, san luis obispo is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers. Positions are available as determined by need and funding during the fall, winter and/or spring quarter of the  academic year, beginning september 11, 2025. Teaching assignments are contingent upon budget and enrollments. Responsibilities and duties may include teaching general education courses such as abrahamic religions, judaism, christianity, islam, buddhism, hinduism, and religion, gender and society.

• teach general education courses related to religious studies as needed ( fall, winter and/or spring quarters of ).
• subjects may include abrahamic religions, judaism, christianity, islam, buddhism, hinduism, and religion, gender and society, among others.

required qualifications

• a masters or abd in religious studies is required.
• demonstrable teaching at the college or university level.

preferred qualifications

• ph.d. In religious studies preferred.

• initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the lecturer a or b rank.
• as of july 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
• lecturer a: $5,507-$6,677
• lecturer b: $6,221-$13,224
• lecturer c: $6,825-$14,523
• lecturer d: $8,593-$15,221

equal opportunity and excellence in education and employment

this position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. Cal poly complies with title vi, title ix, the ada, section 504, the california equity in higher education act, prop 209, other applicable laws, and csu's nondiscrimination policy. We prohibit discriminatory treatment and all forms of harassment and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

cal poly is a diverse community committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment and to advancing knowledge by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs.

due to csu policies, the person hired must reside in the state of california at the time of hire and for the entirety of the appointment.

all csu employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the california child abuse and neglect reporting act. Compliance with csu e.o. 1083 and amendments is required. Following a conditional offer, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start. An individualized assessment will consider any criminal history. Current employees may also be required to undergo a background check for sensitive positions.

cal poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university promotes a healthy environment for all.

in accordance with csu out-of-state employment policy, csu hiring is restricted to california for csu-related work.

please attach:

• a cover letter
• resume/cv
• a list indicating courses you are interested in teaching; if applicable, a list of courses previously taught
• a copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official transcripts required prior to appointment)
• teaching philosophy and teaching effectiveness, if available

please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. For questions, contact ken brown, department chair, via email at dbrown
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review begin date: may 9, 2025 and continues throughout the 25-26 academic year.

to apply: all applicants must apply online at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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