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Assistant or Associate Professor Political Science - Public Policy or Public Administration (26/27)
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| 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. |
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Collection Strategies Librarian
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| 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. |
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12 month Full Time Lecturer, Landscape Horticulture/Arboretum Manager
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Plant Sciences Department (PLSC) Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences is seeking a 12 month, Full Time Lecturer in Landscape Horticulture for the AY26-27 school year. Join us! |
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Licensed Watch Engineer - Training Ship Golden Bear
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Cal Poly - Solano Campus (Vallejo)
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| 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.
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Assistant Professor of Economics
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| Cal Poly is located on the central coast of California, in San Luis Obispo, an area with an outstanding quality of life. Cal Poly’s Learn By Doing ethos results in a vibrant, dynamic campus culture. The Wall Street Journal ranked Cal Poly as California’s top Public-Master’s University and the Economics Area offers a STEM-certified Master’s program with a cutting edge curriculum. Active, engaged scholarship is particularly important within the culture of the accredited Orfalea College of Business.
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Full Time Lecturer of Marketing
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| Cal Poly is located on the central coast of California, in San Luis Obispo, an area with an outstanding quality of life. The Marketing Area in the Orfalea College of Business invites applications for a Full-Time Lecturer in Marketing. |
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Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management (SCM)
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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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 Entrepreneurship
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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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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Assistant/Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior/HR Management
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Management, Human Resources, and Information Systems Area of the Orfalea College of Business at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure line, academic year position as Assistant or Associate Professor in the primary area of Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management. This position will require teaching at Cal Poly’s San Luis Obispo, CA campus and Santa Maria, CA in support of Cal Poly’s 2+2 Business program with a concentration in Management & HR (in partnership with Alan Hancock College). Faculty are also expected to maintain a strong record of research and provide service to the MHRIS Area, the College, and the University.
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Nutrition Science
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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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! |
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Global Nutrition
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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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 Global Nutrition starting August 17, 2026. Join us! |
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Tenure Track Position - Healthcare Policy and Management
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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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 Healthcare Policy and Management, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026. Review of applications will begin November 21, 2025. |
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Full-Time Lecturer AY - Theatre (26/27)
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Theatre and Dance Department invites applicants for a full-time lecturer position of Theatre. Areas of expertise include: Theatre History, Performance Studies, Technical Production, and/or Technical Direction. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Biological Sciences
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Biological Sciences Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is seeking to hire full-time lecturers for two-year contracts, with appointments beginning August 17, 2026 and ending approximately May 19, 2028. Teaching assignments may include both introductory and upper-division classes. We have particular teaching needs in the molecular/cellular biology area and in the area of anatomy and physiology. Other classes may also be part of the teaching assignment as appropriate. Qualified candidates from related disciplines of biological sciences are invited to apply. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Chemistry & Biochemistry
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is seeking to hire full-time lecturers for two-year contracts, with appointments beginning August 17, 2026 and ending approximately May 19, 2028. The bulk of teaching assignments will be in general chemistry for majors and non-majors, with the potential for other assignments. Qualified candidates from all disciplines of chemistry are invited to apply. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Mathematics
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Mathematics Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is seeking to hire one full-time lecturer for a two-year contract, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026 and ending approximately May 19, 2028. Primary duties and responsibilities are to teach undergraduate pre-calculus and calculus courses. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Kinesiology
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Kinesiology and Public Health Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is seeking to hire one full-time lecturer for a two-year contract, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026, and ending approximately May 19, 2028. Candidates must be committed to high-quality teaching in the area of psychosocial aspects of sport and physical activity. Primary duties and responsibilities are to teach undergraduate courses in: Sport and Gender; Sports, Media, and United States Popular Culture and Sport and Physical Activity Throughout Civilizations. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Statistics
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Statistics Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is seeking to hire full-time lecturers for two-year contracts, with appointments beginning August 17, 2026 and ending approximately May 19, 2028. Primary duties and responsibilities are to teach introductory statistics courses. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Physics
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Physics Department seeks to hire full-time lecturers for appointments beginning August 17, 2026 and ending approximately May 19, 2028. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Physics, Physics Education, or Astronomy (or a closely related field with a strong physics background) to teach introductory physics and possibly, astronomy courses. These positions provide teaching experience within our department that will help lecturers achieve their career objectives. Our department strives to create an environment in which our lecturers feel supported in their professional growth and development. |
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Full-time Lecturer - Public Health
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Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
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| The Kinesiology and Public Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is seeking to hire one full-time lecturer for a two-year contract, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026 and ending approximately May 19, 2028. Candidates must be committed to high-quality teaching. Primary duties and responsibilities are to teach undergraduate courses in Drugs in Society, Public Health & Mental Health, Social Determinants of Health, Medical Terminology, and other courses in the public health major. |