Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Wine & Viticulture; AY

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work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: cal poly - san luis obispo campus
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, temporary, part time, faculty - agriculture, on-site (work in-person at business location)

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

the wine and viticulture department within the college of agriculture, food and environmental sciences at cal poly is seeking applications for a pool of part‑time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the  academic year. Lecturers in the wine and viticulture department may teach undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory sections in one or more of the following areas:

• viticulture, vineyard production and management
• grapevine physiology
• winemaking
• wine analysis
• wine chemistry
• wine microbiology
• wine history and culture
• wine sensory analysis
• wine business, marketing and sales

other assignments could include program support and senior project management.

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:

this position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with california law and federal civil rights laws, cal poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Cal poly complies with title vi of the civil rights act of 1964, title ix of the education amendments of 1972, the americans with disabilities act (ada), section 504 of the rehabilitation act, the california equity in higher education act, california’s proposition 209 (art. I, section 31 of the california constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and csu’s nondiscrimination policy.

We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

bachelor of science degree in appropriate discipline is required.

demonstrated experience and commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the english language is required.

master’s degree preferred. University teaching or industry experience preferred. A graduate degree in appropriate discipline may be substituted for the teaching and/or industry experience.

preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

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 poly, san luis obispo. 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…