Department of Mechanical Engineering Lecturer Pool

Department of Mechanical Engineering Lecturer Pool 2026-2027 Job No: 556663 Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Southern California: San Diego Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Faculty - Engineering Description The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool. Expertise Areas Computer-Aided Design Mechanics Design of machinery and mechanical components Computer programming with Matlab and applications in Engineering Materials Laboratory Manufacturing Mechatronics Thermal Sciences (Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Applications) Mechanical and Thermal Systems Laboratory Capstone Program (Senior Projects Design) HVAC Biomedical Devices Biomaterials Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time. Appointments from the part-time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and ends late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply. Qualifications Criteria Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering University teaching experience Demonstrated currency in subject matter Application Instructions Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send the following items: Curriculum Vitae (include evidence of demonstrated currency in subject matter) Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only) Cover letter Unofficial transcripts (new employees only) Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are: Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677; Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224; Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523; Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211. Inquiries For application inquiries, please email Department Chair, Dr. Patrick Kwon, View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity and Excellence Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to. Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable 'OneSDSU' community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. 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. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Application Link To apply, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr