Lecturer AY Chemical and Materials

Temporary Faculty Pool

Department of Chemical and Materials

College of Engineering

TheDepartment of Chemical and Materials Engineering at California State Polytechnic University Pomona invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool for part-time teaching appointments.

About Cal Poly Pomona

Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 22-campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938 Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive relevant and values diverse perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in the arts humanities sciences engineering and professional disciplines the university is well known for its learn- by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model.

The university is noted for its scenic and historic 1400-acre campus which was once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg. We acknowledge that Cal Poly Pomona resides on the territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people who are the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar. The universitys nearly 30000 students are taught and mentored by the campuss more than 1400 faculty as part of 54 baccalaureate and 29 masters degree programs 11 credential and certificate programs and a doctorate in educational leadership.

About the College of Engineering

The College of Engineering is a recognized leader in undergraduate engineering education and consistently ranks high nationally by the U.S. News & World Report among state-supported undergraduate engineering programs in non-doctorate-granting institutions. We are the largest college on campus and admissions is selective. We enroll approximately 7000 undergraduate students and graduate approximately 1000 every year. We enroll approximately 400 graduate students and graduate approximately 100 every year. The college offers ten bachelors degrees in engineering two bachelors degrees in engineering technology and six engineering masters degrees. Our undergraduate student body is very diverse with 51 percent from underrepresented groups and nearly 41 percent of our recent graduates are first-generation and low-income.

The college practices a learn-by-doing education philosophy linking theory to practice. Students participate in real-world engineering problem-solving through internships senior class projects and senior capstone design experiences. We graduate day-one professionals that are highly sought after by industry. Teaching student learning and student success are our major priorities and active research and scholarly activities are expected of faculty. To support these priorities 62% of our instructional spaces are devoted to laboratories. Faculty embrace the teacher-scholar model that integrates the commitment to excellent teaching with ongoing scholarly engagement to strengthen and support both faculty and students. Applied basic and/or pedagogical research are valued and faculty have access to many internal teaching and research grant opportunities.

About the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering

Offers a BS in Chemical Engineering and a BS in Materials Engineering serving approximately 300 students. The department also offers an MS in Materials (MSMTE) addition the department offers a Minor in Materials Engineering. The department also offers service courses for other majors within the college. The department actively pursues outcomes-based assessment to evaluate its effectiveness in promoting student learning and the success of its graduates. The department has established strong ties with local industry and its Industry Action Council is very active in supporting the programs. The faculty is very active in research and the students regularly present papers at conferences and have been recognized with awards at the local regional and national levels.

The Position

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends in mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:

Chemical Engineering:

• Programming and Data Analysis (MATLAB Excel and Python)
• Statistics
• Material and Energy Balances
• Applied Mathematics for Chemical Engineers
• Thermodynamics
• Transport Phenomena (Momentum Heat and Mass Transfer)
• Kinetics and Reactor Design
• Separation Processes
• Process Controls
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory Courses (Fluid Flow Heat and Mass Transfer Unit Operations and Process Controls)

Materials Engineering:

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Materials Thermodynamics
• Materials Transport and Kinetics
• Corrosion
• Polymer Materials
• Physical and Mechanical Metallurgy
• Composite Materials
• Ceramic Materials

Responsibilities

Teach assigned division courses in the departments curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load. Assignments may include day evening and/or weekend courses. They may be requested to attend certain department meetings relevant to their work.

Required Qualifications

• A Masters degree in Chemical or Materials engineering or related discipline in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline.
• Demonstrable skills/potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and in developing and implementing laboratory-based experiments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and

Preferred Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in chemical or materials engineering or related discipline
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and ability to furnish evidence of strong teaching.

• An undergraduate degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

• Demonstrable and practical skills in teaching a broad range of courses and

laboratories in Chemical Engineering

• Ability to work with others in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Salary and Benefit Information

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Initial appointments are for one semester full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range. Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications not to exceed $6221 per month. As of July 2024 the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

Lecturer A: $5507 - $ 6677
Lecturer B: $6221 - $13224
Lecturer C: $6825 - $14523
Lecturer D: $8593 - $15211

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents including medical dental vision retirement and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. For additional information about the university benefits please visit and for more about faculty life and employee benefits please see .

How to Apply

A complete application must include:

• Cover Letter (indicate which courses you are qualified to teach)
• Resume/Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree (official transcripts required upon hire)
• Three professional references with names and email addresses

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to Carina Torres ASC at .

Disclosures

Education Code 89521 Requirements:

Background Check:

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Out of State Employment:

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.

Mandated Reporter:

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.

International Candidates:

Cal Poly Pomona is not currently sponsoring faculty for H-1B work status if they are subject to the $100000 fee established under the Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers issued on September 19 2025. For faculty already in the United States who hold a valid nonimmigrant visa (such as F-1 J-1 or O-1) Cal Poly Pomona is able to consider filing a petition to change their status to H-1B based on the current determination that the fee does not apply. For questions please contact the Office of Faculty Affairs We strongly recommend that faculty review their individual circumstances carefully with their personal immigration legal counsel.

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EEO Statement:

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 Pomona 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 Pomona 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 Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs 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.

Cal Poly Pomona is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Pomona excellence is built on talent merit diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.

Reasonable Accommodation:
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