Lecturer AY - Plant Sciences

Apply now Job no: 557699 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Pomona Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, On‑site (work in‑person at business location) Department of Plant Science Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture Position Summary The Department of Plant Science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for Part‑Time Lecturer positions. 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 in mid‑January and ends in mid‑May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Subject Areas Agronomy Horticulture Arboriculture Controlled Environmental Agriculture Soil Science Entomology Weed Science Irrigation & Water Management Landscape Design & Management Sustainable Agriculture Responsibilities Teach assigned division courses in the department’s curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on an assigned teaching unit load. Assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses. Required Qualifications A master’s degree in agriculture, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology, Crop Science, Agroecology, Forestry, Controlled Environment Agriculture, Entomology, Horticulture, or a related discipline relevant to the curriculum. Relevant professional work experience in agriculture, plant science, horticulture, environmental science, or a closely related field may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree. Preferred Qualifications A Ph.D. in Agriculture, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology, Crop Science, Agroecology, Forestry, Controlled Environment Agriculture, Entomology, Horticulture, or a related discipline. Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and evidence of strong teaching. Salary and Benefits Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. Appointments are for one semester only. The monthly base salary for Lecturer A or B ranks does not exceed $6,221. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance in accordance with the CSU system‑wide package. How to Apply A complete application must include: Cover Letter (indicating the courses you are qualified to teach) Unofficial transcripts of highest degree (official transcripts required upon hire) Three professional references with names and email addresses A list of Plant Science courses you feel qualified to teach Disclosures Applicants will be offered the opportunity to disclose whether they have received a final administrative or final judicial decision that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form authorizing the release of information from current or former employers. 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. 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. Faculty are expected to maintain an on‑campus presence. Mandated Reporter The position holder is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. International Candidates Cal Poly Pomona is currently not sponsoring applicants for H‑1B employment subject to the $100,000 fee established by the Presidential Proclamation for non‑immigrant workers issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee. Clery Act Compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act, is ensured. Annual security and fire safety reports are available to the public. EEO Statement This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. The university complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. We prohibit discriminatory practices and maintain a safe, respectful environment. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodations are provided. Applicants needing accommodations should contact the ADA Coordinator via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Application Deadline Applications close: Mar 01 2027 Pacific Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University