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Assistant Professor - Tenure Track - Mechanical System Design - AY 26/27 Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
Full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering Department.
Assistant Professor - Industrial Systems Engineering - AY 26/27 Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
Full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department
Collection Strategies Librarian Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
This tenure-line faculty position at Cal Poly focuses on the strategic assessment and sustainable growth of library collections. The Collection Strategies Librarian leverages data and emerging technologies to build representative, inclusive collections that support a broad range of academic disciplines and research methods. Working under the general supervision of the Associate Dean for Collections, Systems, and Digital Strategy, the role prioritizes equitable access and sustainable licensing in a global information landscape. In addition to discipline-specific duties, the position entails participation in library-wide strategic initiatives, and a formal program of scholarship and creative work. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to professional scholarship and service, meeting the university’s requirements for tenure and promotion through active engagement in the field. Kennedy Library recognizes that candidates may have acquired relevant experience in a variety of ways. We expect candidates to be stronger in some required qualifications than others. We are committed to helping future colleagues expand their skills as well as learning from their areas of strength.
Licensed Watch Engineer - Training Ship Golden Bear Cal Poly - Solano Campus (Vallejo)
We are seeking licensed applicants to sail and serve aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear as a Licensed Watch Engineer – Engine for the 2026 Summer Sea Term. This temporary position reports directly to the Chief Engineer of the Training Ship Golden Bear and is responsible for various watches, participating in drills, and supervising assistant watch engineers in their duties. For the 2026 Summer Sea Term the Training Ship Golden Bear will be traveling to the South Pacific.
Full-Time Lecturer - Sociology (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
Social Sciences - Full-time Lecturer in the Social Sciences Department, College of Liberal Arts, Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, California to begin August 17, 2026. Recruitment is for one position, with a one-year appointment for the 2026-27 Academic Year, with the potential to renew for a second year.
Full-Time Lecturer - Geography (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Social Sciences Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks a broadly-trained Human Geographer for a one-year, full-time (non-tenure-track) lecturer appointment in Geography beginning August 17, 2026.
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - Technology & Communication (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Communication Studies Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Area of Specialization (AOS): Critical and/or rhetorical approaches to technology and communication, including areas such as digital rhetorics and culture, algorithmic systems, AI and automation, communication design, or the social, environmental, and health-related impacts of communication technologies. Secondary interests in science and/or environmental communication are also welcome. This position is part of a university cluster hire in innovation and entrepreneurship, and candidates will have opportunities to collaborate with the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE).
Assistant Professor of English - 20th-21st Century American Literature in a Global Perspective (26/27) Cal Poly - Solano Campus (Vallejo)
The English Department in the College of Liberal Arts at the Cal Poly Solano Campus of California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is seeking applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. This is an in-person teaching position at the Cal Poly Solano campus in Vallejo, CA. Specialization in 20th - 21st century American literature in a global perspective, especially oceanic or “blue” humanities. Ph.D. in English or related field required.
Full-Time Lecturer - U.S. History (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The History Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a two-year, full-time (non-tenure-track) lecturer appointment in US history beginning August 17, 2026. The successful candidate will teach lower-division General Education survey courses (HIST 2201 and/or 2202; GE Area 4A).
Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies - African American/Black Studies (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Ethnic Studies Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. AOS: African American Studies with preferences in Black Feminisms and/or Queer/Trans Black Studies.
Assistant Professor in Art and Design - Design Foundations (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
​​The Art and Design Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time designer-educator, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Design Foundations to begin August 17, 2026.
Assistant Professor in Feminist/ Queer Science & Technology Studies (STS) (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Women’s, Gender, and Queer Studies (WGQS) Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Feminist/Queer Science and Technology Studies to begin August 17, 2026.
Assistant Professor of Music - Musicology/Music History (AY 26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Music Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Musicology to begin August 17, 2026.
Assistant Professor of English - Creative Writing and Latinx/e Literature (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The English Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Specialization in Creative Writing (Nonfiction) and Latinx/e Literature.
Assistant Professor in Graphic Communication - Expertise in Sales/Marketing, Operations & Strategic Management (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Graphic Communication Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. AOS: Cross Media Operations, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Strategic Communication, and Graphic Communication Business Management.
Assistant or Associate Professor Political Science - Public Policy or Public Administration (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Political Science Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, seeks applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor with a specialization in public policy to begin August 17th, 2026.
Assistant Professor - Philosophy - Asian Philosophy (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Philosophy Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Area of Specialization (AOS): Asian Philosophy. Area of Concentration (AOC): Philosophy of Religion, East Asian Philosophy. Special additional teaching needs: Buddhism, Philosophy of Religion, East Asian Philosophy. The successful candidate should have some understanding of the discpline of Religious Studies. The ideal candidate will have a combination of university-level teaching experience, and research potential. We are seeking applicants with an earned or nearly complete doctorate in philosophy, with demonstrable qualifications in Asian Philosophy. Interested applicants should complete the online faculty application at http://jobs.calpoly.edu/ and submit it to Requisition #552106. Review Begin Date: 11-24-2025
Assistant Professor of Communication in Social Media and Strategic Communication (26/27) Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
The Communication Studies Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Area of Specialization (AOS): Social media strategy and analytics, particularly in one or more of the following contexts: crisis and risk communication, health communication, and human-machine communication (particularly Artificial Intelligence). Candidates whose research, teaching, or professional experience engages with contexts outside the U.S. are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference is for social science methodologies (quantitative and/or qualitative methods).
Summer Sea Term 2026 (Multiple Positions) - Engineering Training Officer Cal Poly - Solano Campus (Vallejo)
The Cal Poly Maritime Academy seeks applicants for temporary positions to serve as Engineering Training Officers for the 2026 Summer Sea Term. Applicants expecting to be considered for this position must complete their online application and submit the requested materials. This position will remain open until filled. Possibility of visiting international ports.
Custodian - Solano Campus Cal Poly - Solano Campus (Vallejo)
The Facilities Management and Development (FM&D) organization is a unit within the Administration and Finance division and is responsible for the management, operations, and development of facilities on the university campus. We are currently looking for a qualified Custodian to join our team at the Cal Poly Maritime Academy at the Solano Campus!

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