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Tenure Track Position - Biomechanics
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Kinesiology and Public Health Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill one full-time, academic year, tenure track position in biomechanics, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026. Review of applications will begin October 20, 2025. |
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Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management (SCM)
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Industrial Technology, Packaging, and Entrepreneurship (ITPE) Area in the Orfalea College of Business at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-line, academic year position as Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management (SCM) beginning August 17, 2026.
We are seeking candidates with teaching and research interests in the broad areas of SCM, with particular emphasis on (but not limited to): (1) Digital supply chain technologies, (2) Data analytics and modeling, (3) Sustainability and resilience through technology, (4) Enterprise resource planning and information systems, and (5) Logistics and distribution.
The ITPE Area is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education through a laboratory-intensive, hands-on curriculum that embodies Cal Poly’s “Learn by Doing” philosophy. Our team of 30+ tenured, tenure-track, and adjunct faculty includes business professionals, designers, engineers, and scientists who share a passion for student learning and applied research. |
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Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - Technology & Communication (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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). |
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Assistant Professor in Architecture
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Architecture Department in the College of Architecture & Environmental Design (CAED) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Design + at the rank of Assistant Professor for the academic year beginning August 17, 2026. |
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Assistant / Associate Professor in Architecture
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Architecture Department in the College of Architecture & Environmental Design (CAED) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Architectural Building Technology and Design at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor for the academic year beginning August 17, 2026. |
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Assistant Professor of English - 20th-21st Century American Literature in a Global Perspective (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo - Solano Campus
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| 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. |
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Full Time Lecturer, Event Planning and Wine Hospitality
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Experience Industry Management Department, in collaboration with the Wine and Viticulture Department, is seeking a Full Time Lecturer in Event Planning and Wine Hospitality starting August 17, 2026. Join us! |
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Technology Adoption and Human Resources
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Agribusiness Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure‐track Assistant/Associate Professor of Technology Adoption and Human Resources starting August 17, 2026. Join us! |
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Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies - African American/Black Studies (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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. |
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Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Industrial Technology, Packaging, and Entrepreneurship (ITPE) Area in the Orfalea College of Business at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-line, academic year position as Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship beginning August 17, 2026.
We are seeking candidates with teaching and research interests in the broad areas of Entrepreneurship, with particular emphasis on (but not limited to): (1) Technology driven entrepreneurship and venture growth, (2) Small and family business entrepreneurship, (3) Innovation and design, (4) Environmental sustainability and entrepreneurship, and (5) Innovation and regional development policy.
This position is part of an innovation and entrepreneurship university cluster hire. Successful candidates are expected to actively engage in transdisciplinary initiatives related to innovation and/or entrepreneurship and direct collaboration with the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) to further develop vibrant academic and co-curricular programs. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Architectural Engineering
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Architectural Engineering Department is seeking applications for a full-time Lecturer position for the 2026-27 academic year, to begin August 17, 2026. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring mentor and educator who champions inclusive excellence in teaching and learning. Candidate may teach structural engineering courses ranging from first-year undergraduate to master’s level. This position offers the chance to educate and empower the next generation of structural engineers and work and live on the beautiful central coast of California. Review of applications will begin December 18, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. |
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Assistant Professor in Art and Design - Design Foundations (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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. |
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Assistant Professor in Feminist/ Queer Science & Technology Studies (STS) (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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. |
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Temporary Counselor – Cal Poly Maritime Academy
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San Luis Obispo - Solano Campus
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| Part-time Temporary Counseling position is available at the Cal Poly Maritime Academy, in partnership with Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS); a department within Student Affairs & Strategic Enrollment Management that provides a variety of culturally responsive services to help enrolled students understand themselves, enjoy satisfying relationships, achieve academic success, and make effective life choices. Join us today! |
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Assistant Professor of Music - Musicology/Music History (AY 26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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. |
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Assistant Professor in Graphic Communication - Expertise in Sales/Marketing, Operations & Strategic Management (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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. |
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Assistant Professor of English - Creative Writing and Latinx/e Literature (26/27)
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San Luis Obispo
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| 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. |
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Agricultural Education
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Agricultural Education and Communication Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure‐track Assistant/Associate Professor of Agricultural Education starting August 17, 2026. Join us! |
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Assistant Professor Landscape Architecture - Beginning Design
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Landscape Architecture Department in the College of Architecture & Environmental Design at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for the academic year beginning August 17, 2026. |
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Nutrition Science
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San Luis Obispo
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| The Food Science and Nutrition Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure‐track Assistant/Associate Professor of Nutrition Science starting August 17, 2026. Join us! |