Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Physics; AY

Overview

Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer 1, Physics Department, Bailey College of Science and Mathematics, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. This is a pool for part-time lecturers from the local geographic area, with positions determined by need during Fall, Winter, and/or Spring quarters of the 2025-26 academic year. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and time base. Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

The position is open to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly is committed to equal opportunity in education and employment and complies with applicable anti-discrimination laws. Cal Poly does not sponsor an H-1B for this position.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory classes in Astronomy, Geology, Physics and Physical Science.

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics, Geology or a related field is required.
• A teaching credential with two years of teaching experience may be substituted for the required degree.

Preferred qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Physics, Geology or a related field.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before start. Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely due to a criminal conviction history until an individualized assessment is performed. Cal Poly will not sponsor an H-1B for this position. The position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083.

Sensitive positions may require background checks beyond legal requirements. Cal Poly is smoke and tobacco-free. Out-of-state employment is prohibited for CSU work outside California.

The Physics Department has approximately 50 faculty and offers Bachelor Degrees in Physics with about 200 majors, and courses in astronomy, geology, geophysics, and oceanography.

ALL APPLICANTS are expected to attach a cover letter, resume/CV, teaching philosophy, and unofficial transcripts of their highest degree earned. If applicable, attach a list of CSU courses previously taught and courses you are qualified to teach. Course information is available in the Cal Poly Catalog. Provide three professional references with names and emails. References will be contacted if an offer is extended.

Official sealed transcripts may be requested for selected applicants.

For questions, contact the Physics Department at  or mjgyolai.

Advertised: April 03, 2025 (10:45 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: March 31, 2026 (11:55 PM) Pacific Daylight Time