Lecturer, Dairy Science

Full Time Lecturer, Dairy Science

Job No: 554271 | Work Type:
Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer |

Location:

Central California:
San Luis Obispo

The Animal Science Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic एजित्व at San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a two‑year, full‑time academic year Full‑Time Lecturer starting August 17, 2026. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position requires teaching a variety of courses in dairy production and management and other animal science courses appropriate to the expertise of the individual and the needs of the department. The Lecturer will also provide leadership and/or assist with co-curricular operations at the Cal Poly Dairy Unit, including coaching the Dairy Judging Team, Dairy Quiz Bowl, and Dairy Challenge teams, and supporting the State FFA Dairy Judging competition.

In addition, the Lecturer will establish an active relationship with other ಸ್ಪ university faculty and researchers, dairy industry leaders, students, and the public to provide information and leadership related to dairy industry issues. The Lecturer will support the department's teacher‑scholar model by collaborating with other faculties to develop individualized student‑learning opportunities such as experiential classes, undergraduate enterprises, senior projects, graduate research projects, and student internships.

Service activities will include participation in department, college, and university committees and in instructionally related activities.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty práv are based on professional experience and educational background. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges per month for the respective ranks are:отой>

• Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211

• Earned B.S. in Animal Science, Dairy Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in undergraduate teaching.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to param‑centered learning and teaching, and the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings.
• Ability to work effectively with teams and interact well with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the public.
• Experience working with varied populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, equitable, and inclusive learning environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and proficiency in the English language.
• Particular attention to candidates with productive records of teaching and scholarly activity that would strengthen current department initiatives and those with strong demonstrated leadership experience and capability.

• Advanced degree in Dairy Science, Animal Science, or a related discipline.
• Undergraduate teaching experience in dairy science or closely related fields.
• Relevant work experience in the dairy industry, professional capabilities, and ability to build connections with industry and foster new industry relationships.

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.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Polyarton. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment.

Note:

Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until an individualized assessment has linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

The Animal Sciences Department, which includes over 800 students in the twoমান majors, boasts the most comprehensive and the best undergraduate program in livestock…