45 jobs found in san luis obispo

Description: The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for three full-time tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank in Structural Engineering. The anticipated start date is Fall 2020. Preferred areas of specialization are categorized under the three topics below, however, all applicants meeting the required qualifications will be considered. Small Structures: new materials, modern construction methods, emerging technology in design/build including 3D construction printing (3DCP), and life cycle costs. Applications include: light frame structures, masonry, timber, tilt-up, prefabricated structures, cross-laminated timber (CLT), and robotic fabrication. Structural Engineering for Climate Change: loading impacts due to climate change, infrastructure resilience, risk and reliability in extreme events, sustainable materials/methods in modern structural engineering. Bridge Engineering: areas of interest include (1) emphasis in existing bridge infrastructure including condition assessment, remote sensing/health monitoring, bridge rehabilitation/resilience, and modern technology applied to bridge engineering/construction materials/methods; (2) new bridge design/construction areas of interest include modern materials, smart infrastructure, resilience, and design for extreme events. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (a) teaching undergraduate classes and laboratories in civil engineering and structural engineering as well as graduate courses in a specialization area; (b) supervising student research; (c) developing and maintaining externally-funded research; (d) maintaining and enhancing currency in modern industry practices; (e) engaging in service activities that improve the department, college, university, and/or wider practice. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidates are required to have earned undergraduate and doctorate degrees in a field closely related to structural engineering by the time of appointment. A commitment to teaching in an applied undergraduate/graduate engineering program is expected as well as a commitment to scholarship in their field of expertise. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Preferred QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have (1) professional licensure and industry/consulting experience; (2) prior scholarly publications; and (3) previous experience writing and/or managing grants. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Sociology program in the Department of Social Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, invites candidates to apply for a full-time tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor in Sociology. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Sociology at the time of appointment, which starts on September 10, 2020. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a broad and critical appreciation of the field from a critical race perspective and with an appreciation of intersecting inequalities. They will be expected to teach classes on American Ethnic Minorities, Quantitative Research Methods, and Social Theory and develop undergraduate classes based on their own research interests. Candidates will be expected to fulfill the following responsibilities and duties: - teach undergraduate Sociology classes in the core areas of Race, Quantitative Methods, and Social Theory - conduct ongoing research in related fields - publish in scholarly venues - supervise senior projects for sociology majors - contribute to the university's mission, "Learn by Doing" - participate constructively in university life and undergraduate education. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS PhD in Sociology. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Philosophy Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, (Cal Poly) seeks applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin September 10, 2020. Area of Specialization (AOS): Ethics and Philosophy of Computing. Area of Competence (AOC): Ethical Theory. The ideal candidate will have a combination of university-level teaching experience, and research potential. We are seeking applicants with an earned or nearly complete doctorate in philosophy, with demonstrable qualifications in Ethics and Philosophy of Computing. Primary teaching duties include a course on Ethics, Science and Technology for computer science and software engineering majors, as well as general education. Depending on Philosophy Department teaching needs and the candidates teaching interests, the successful candidate would also teach some general education and major courses in philosophy. We currently have a rich set of course offerings related to the AOS, including Philosophy of Technology, Robot Ethics, Philosophy of Internet, Technologies & Ethics of Warfare, and others. Preferred qualifications include: a background in computer science; potential to develop external funding in AOS-related areas; participation in interdisciplinary programs overlapping with AOS, including course and program curriculum development; willingness to participate in Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl; and willingness to develop online courses in AOS. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in philosophy, earned or nearing completion. Evidence of potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement in the AOS. Ability to teach courses in the AOS and AOC. Demonstrated effectiveness in college or university-level teaching. Preferred Qualifications Computer science background. Potential for grant development in areas related to the AOS. Participate in interdisciplinary programs overlapping with AOS, including course development and possible program curriculum development. Willingness to participate in Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl Willingness to develop online courses in AOS. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ART AND DESIGN - Assistant Professor, Modern and Contemporary Art History (Europe and the Americas), full-time, academic-year, tenure-track position beginning September 10, 2020 in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. REVIEW BEGIN DATE: December 18, 2019. The Department of Art and Design is seeking an art historian in the field of Modern and Contemporary Art of Europe and the Americas. Applicants specializing in any area of this broad field are encouraged to apply and will be expected to teach courses that address art from the nineteenth century to the twenty-first century. Candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching in an undergraduate, student-centered program that administers a BFA degree in three concentration areas (Graphic Design, Photography and Video, and Studio Art) as well as a minor in Art History. Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, lower-division survey courses (some serving the GE program) and upper-division Art History courses in one's area(s) of expertise (serving the BFA program, the Art History minor, and the university-wide GE program). All faculty members are expected to participate in the following: undergraduate advising; cross-disciplinary dialogue with colleagues; curriculum development and committee service within the department, college, and university. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / Specialized Skills A Ph.D. in Art History or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution, with an area of specialization in Modern or Contemporary Art, is required and must be conferred by the time of appointment. Candidates should demonstrate potential for or evidence of successful college-level teaching experience and successful scholarly activity. Candidates must be able to instruct students in art historical content (in the area of expertise and related areas) and skills (visual analysis, research methods, and the like) and must have an understanding of and facility with current digital presentation tools as they apply to Art History teaching. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidates whose teaching and/or research could contribute to interdisciplinary or transcultural connections across the College of Liberal Arts, involving, for instance, post-colonial studies, critical race theory, and gender studies, or share interests with other programs and minors in the college are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a secondary specialization in another field of art history is desired. We are also especially interested in applicants who have experience in working with underrepresented students in research, teaching, service, advising, mentoring, and/or the community. Two or more years of college-level teaching experience in Art History or a closely related field are also preferred. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ART AND DESIGN - Assistant Professor of Graphic/Interaction Design, full-time, academic-year, tenure-track position beginning September 10, 2020 in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California. The Department of Art and Design at Cal Poly is seeking a designer-educator who is enthusiastic about teaching in an undergraduate, student-centered educational environment. Teaching responsibilities will include graphic design courses from introductory to advanced, with a focus on developing students' skills related to interaction design, motion graphics, and other screen-based media. Classes may include, but are not limited to, those that address design for: websites, mobile apps, motion graphics/animations, brand identity campaigns, package design, book design, and visual communications for print. The successful candidate will contribute to an accredited BFA in Art and Design with concentrations in graphic design, photography/video, and studio art. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. REVIEW BEGIN DATE: December 18, 2019. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/Specialized Skills Candidate must possess strong skills in interaction/human-centered design and traditional graphic design; creative engagement in design research and professional work; excellent communication and problem-solving skills; knowledge of contemporary design issues and design history; mastery of appropriate software applications for both interactive and print communications; and ability to effectively teach undergraduate students. Required qualifications include: An MFA or equivalent terminal degree in Interaction Design or Visual Communication Design by the time of appointment. Demonstrated experience creating process-driven, research-based, human-centered, interactive solutions for a range of design challenges. Strong skills in traditional visual communication design and typography. Record of effective teaching at the college-level in design courses that are both relevant and engaging to a diverse student body. Demonstrated current technical proficiency across industry-relevant hardware, software, and communication platforms. Ability to teach industry-standard technical skills to undergraduate students. Interest in working within a liberal arts environment and developing collaborative professional relationships across the University. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidate should demonstrate a commitment to remain current in contemporary issues of design and technology, and should foster critical and comparative thinking in a liberal arts environment. Preferred qualifications include: Two or more years of college-level teaching experience in interaction design or graphic/visual communication design. Industry experience and strong ties to the professional design community. Teaching experience in standards-based web development and familiarity with industry standard programming languages, comprehensive knowledge of UX/UI prototyping tools, understanding of accessibility in relation to user-centered design. College teaching beyond graduate assistantship. Evidence of design-related peer-reviewed research, projects, and/or exhibitions Experience in working with underrepresented students in research, teaching, service, advising, mentoring, and/or the community. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Mathematics Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position in pure mathematics, beginning September 10, 2020. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellence in teaching, an active program in research and scholarship, and some departmental service are expected. Successful candidates must be committed to quality undergraduate and graduate education and be comfortable teaching a variety of mathematics courses. The preferred candidate will have potential for supervising undergraduate research projects and master's theses. Candidates whose areas are compatible with or broaden the research activities of the department are encouraged to apply. Special areas of interest include logic, number theory, combinatorics, commutative algebra, graph theory, geometric group theory, field theory, algebraic, differential, fractal, and complex geometry, topology, complex analysis and operator theory, and geometric analysis. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Electrical Engineering Department and Computer Engineering Program at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, are seeking to hire an Assistant Professor with a start date of September 10, 2020. Candidates with potential for and commitment to excellence in teaching and to improving student success rates in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering lecture and lab courses are sought. Eligible candidates should have teaching and research experience in two or more sub-disciplines such as Electric Circuits, Electronics, Digital and Analog Design, Embedded Computing Systems, Machine Learning, Communication Systems, Control Systems, Electric Power Systems, Signal Processing, Sustainability, or Engineering Education. A Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Education, STEM Education, or related major. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Biomedical Engineering Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo welcomes applications for a Full-Time Lecturer position during the 2019-2020 academic year. Primary duties include teaching fundamental and advanced topics and laboratories in Biomedical Engineering such as beginning, intermediate,and advanced biomedical design, biomaterials, engineering physiology, and measurement/analysis. Starting date between January 6th, 2020 and September 10, 2020. Candidates with private industry experience are encouraged to apply. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multi-disciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. Cal Poly emphasizes Learn by Doing, which involves extensive lab work and projects in support of theoretical knowledge. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Biomedical Engineering Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral fellow in Biomedical Engineering for the 2019-20 academic year. The appointment will be for 80% teaching with a 20% release for efforts in research, course development, and instructional training. The postdoctoral fellow will engage with campus entities including the Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT), Office of University Diversity and Inclusivity (OUDI), Grants Development Office (GDO), and the Center for Service in Action (CSA) to enhance their teaching and scholarship. Expertise in mechanical design, biomechanics, or biomaterials is preferred. The position is for one academic year and is renewable based on department needs and success of the candidate. Requirements include a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering or a closely-related field, currency in the field, and the willingness and ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biomedical engineering. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: TENURE-TRACK POSITION -- CYBERSECURITY The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Computer Science faculty positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank beginning Fall Quarter 2020. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates with industry experience are encouraged to apply. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multi-disciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. Duties include teaching undergraduate and master's level courses, enriching the curricula with new courses in computer security, conducting research, and providing service to the department, the university, and the community. Particular areas of interest include: software security, malware analysis, reverse engineering, mobile security and web security. Cal Poly emphasizes Learn by Doing which involves extensive lab work and projects in support of theoretical knowledge. To this end, the Computer Science and Software Engineering Department maintains an array of modern computing facilities and specialized labs for instructional and faculty support. In particular, Cal Poly supports two cutting-edge laboratories dedicated to teaching and conducting research in computer security. In addition, a university-wide Center for Cybersecurity has been established for the continued development of the university's capabilities in cybersecurity research and education. A new cybersecurity training facility to be located at Camp San Luis Obispo is in development, which operates under the auspices of the California National Guard. Cal Poly will serve as a partner in the upcoming facility, and collaborative efforts from computer science faculty will be desirable. Cal Poly's Computer Science and Software Engineering Department offers Bachelor's Degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Master's Degrees in Computer Science. Also, the Computer Science and the Electrical Engineering departments jointly offer a B.S. degree in Computer Engineering. U.S. News & World Report ranks the Computer Science and Software Engineering Department among one of the top primarily undergraduate public programs in the nation. For further information about the department, visit csc.calpoly.edu Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: THEATRE AND DANCE DEPARTMENT - The Theatre and Dance Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking an Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts - Playwriting starting September 10. 2020. Teaching responsibilities will include: courses in playwriting, script/dramatic analysis, courses in devised theatre, courses in dramaturgy/criticism. Other duties may include directing main-stage productions, supervising student projects, and advising. Other teaching responsibilities may include courses based upon applicant's ability to demonstrate expertise in other areas, including, but not limited to research interests in film and television, community outreach, social change, science/technology and the arts. Some departmental administrative responsibilities and service to the university are required. Continued professional development is required. The teaching load averages 12 units per quarter (with a significant reduction in course load in the first two years to help establish an active program of research and professional development), with correspondingly reasonable expectations for scholarship and service. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity and inclusion is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences, and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity and inclusion informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS MFA in Theatre or theatre related studies (by time of appointment); one to two years of applicable university teaching desirable. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings are required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Management, HR and Information Systems Area of the Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure track, academic year position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the primary area of Information Systems (IS). Preference will be given to applicants who have strong teaching interest in one or more of the following fields: project management, database, cybersecurity and/or networking. In addition to undergraduate courses in Information Systems, applicants must be prepared to teach graduate-level courses. Applicants are expected to demonstrate exemplary teaching, a strong publication record and research pipeline, and currency in their professional field. Outreach will take place at the Americas Conference on Information Systems (AMCIS) 2019, Cancun, Mexico in August 2019. Interested applicants who would like to be considered for an informal conversation at AMCIS 2019 should email a copy of a cover letter outlining their research and teaching interests and a curriculum vitae to the Management, HR, and IS Area Chair, at lchen24@calpoly.edu. Cal Poly strongly values diversity and inclusion, especially in the classroom and among its areas of study. This search will occur at the same time as a university-wide cluster of searches designed to increase curricular coverage of areas related to diversity and inclusion, as well as to promote inclusive teaching strategies across the university. If the successful candidate's research overlaps with the area of diversity and inclusion, there will be an opportunity to join and support these university efforts. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Finance Area at the Orfalea College of Business (OCOB) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly), is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position, beginning September 10, 2020. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated. Higher ranks may be considered. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. OCOB invites applicants for a faculty position serving both Real Estate and Finance. The Real Estate program at OCOB is an innovative, interdisciplinary academic program that collaborates with the College of Architecture. The Finance program is increasingly focusing on FinTech and Financial Analytics. The primary responsibilities of the position are: 1. Expand a core group of courses to offer an enhanced, multidisciplinary approach to real estate education; 2. Lead and support student experiential learning through development and facilitation of internships and externships, competition teams, field trips, and other venues; 3. Help and contribute toward a curriculum focusing on enhancing financial literacy and financial technology; 4. Conduct research on issues of relevance to Real Estate and Finance. It is expected that the successful applicant is committed to quality undergraduate teaching, continued scholarly activity, and service to the University. Candidates with an interest in and ability to pursue scholarly projects with undergraduates are preferred. Applicants focusing on real estate, finance and data science are especially encouraged to apply. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING - The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time adjunct lecturer position for the 2019/20 academic year in the area of Structural Engineering. This role will be responsible for teaching the following courses: • CE 113 - Computer Aided Drafting in Civil Engineering • CE 207 - Mechanics of Materials II • CE 251 - Programming Applications in Engineering • CE 259 - Civil Engineering Materials • CE 355 - Reinforced Concrete Design • CE 356 - Structural Steel Design Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Philosophy 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 Professor to begin September 10, 2020. Area of Specialization (AOS): Contemporary Analytic Metaphysics. Area of Competence (AOC): Philosophy of Mind. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: PSYCHOLOGY AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT - Assistant Professor at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The Department of Psychology and Child Development within the College of Liberal Arts seeks applicants for one full-time, academic-year, tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Social Psychology starting September 10, 2020. Candidates for the position must have a PhD in social psychology or related field completed by the time of hire and demonstrated experience and interest in topics related to underrepresented populations. Area of specialization open. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. REVIEW BEGIN DATE: October 15, 2019. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Robert E. Kennedy Library is seeking applications for a pool of part-time librarians as needed. Responsibilities may include any combination of the following: - Supporting library instruction and teaching library workshops - Providing general reference services to Cal Poly students, faculty, staff, and community users, in person and via chat - Representing the library at campus-wide outreach events. - Creating and updating online resources including webpages, guides and tutorials. - Processing and contributing to the access and production of archival collections and exhibits. PLEASE NOTE: - Appointment will be at Assistant or Senior Assistant rank. - Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary, so applicants must be available on very short notice. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF POSTHARVEST MICROBIOLOGY - Full-time academic year position within the Horticulture and Crop Science (HCS) Department at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, CA. Beginning date is January 6, 2020. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful applicant will teach courses that prepare students for a broad range of careers in food microbiology and postharvest technology as they relate to both fresh and lightly-processed fruits and vegetables. Based on the successful applicant's areas of expertise, there is opportunity to develop new courses associated with this position. Teaching and scholarship interests should include: • microbial contamination and transmission, • antimicrobial sanitation methods, • packaging and temperature effects on microbial growth and • overall product shelf-life and cold-chain logistics The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to further develop curriculum related to these areas of emphasis. Duties may include but are not limited to: supervision of undergraduate senior projects, student career and coursework advising, and serving as advisor/mentor for student extracurricular activities such as clubs, judging teams, and/or professional organizations. Student supervision may also include graduate student research, teaching of graduate-level courses, and participation in a Master of Professional Studies or certificate program. The successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (e.g., applied research, grant writing, publications, and presentations). Service activities will include participation in department, college, and university committees. Additionally, the candidate will have the opportunity to work with technical staff and student employees to oversee and enhance departmental facilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF CLINICAL NUTRITION. The Food Science and Nutrition Department, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure-track assistant/associate professor in Nutrition beginning January 2020 or September 2020. Applicants must hold a PhD in Nutrition or closely related field and RD/RDN credentials. Expertise in clinical human nutrition is required. Candidates must have strong interest in and commitment to teaching and working with students of different cultural backgrounds. The candidate's primary teaching contribution will be in medical nutrition therapy; other teaching responsibilities will be in undergraduate and graduate courses that may include, but are not limited to lifespan nutrition, introductory human nutrition and additional nutrition courses as needed by the department. Expectation is to participate in the Masters in Nutrition program. The candidate is expected to actively participate in scholarly activities such as research, publishing and grant writing as part of collaborations that are both intra- and inter-departmental as well as with other colleges and universities. Scholarly activities should be focused on inclusion of undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate is expected to conduct research on the prevention and treatment of diet-related chronic diseases with emphasis on individuals from diverse social, socio-economic and/or ethnic backgrounds. Additional expectations include supervision of graduate students, team teaching assignments, on-line courses and teaching graduate level courses and/or in a Master of Professional Studies or certificate program. Service activities will include participation on department, college, and university committees and instructionally related activities. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment is anticipated at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: AEROSPACE ENGINEERING POSITION - The Aerospace Engineering Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, invites applicants with an earned Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, or closely-related field, to apply for a full-time, academic-year tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The projected start date is September 10, 2020. Duties include teaching Aerospace Engineering courses; building a vibrant and innovative research program; and supporting and developing students into engineers ready to thrive in the modern aerospace industry. This position is open to candidates with experience in all areas of aerospace engineering but those candidates in the areas of experimental aerodynamics, spacecraft propulsion, and spacecraft communications are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates with research or private industry experience are encouraged to apply. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR OF FORESTRY. A full-time, academic year, tenure-track position in the Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California. Starting date is September 12, 2020 but an early starting date is possible and desirable depending on candidate availability. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and our motto is "Learn by Doing." The ideal candidate will have broad forestry education and expertise in the areas of: (1) silviculture, (2) forest ecology, (3) wildland fire and fuels management, and (4) forest operations. The successful candidates will teach undergraduate courses in at least three of the following areas: silviculture, forest ecology, wildland fire and fuels management, and forest operations. Course descriptions are available at http://catalog.calpoly.edu/coursesaz/nr/ There is also the opportunity to teach related graduate courses. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND POLICY Full-time, academic year, tenure track position with an appointment in the Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences (NRES) Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo, CA. Starting date is September 10, 2020, but an earlier start date is possible and desirable depending on candidate availability. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will teach courses that prepare students for a broad range of careers in environmental and natural resource management. Based on the successful candidate's areas of expertise, there is opportunity to develop new courses associated with this position. Scholarship interests should include contemporary issues in the diverse field of environmental law and policy. Some potential areas of specialization may include agriculture, water, land use and climate change. Given the interdisciplinary nature of this position, he/she will collaborate with other Colleges/Departments at the university. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The 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 September 10, 2020. The Architecture Department offers a Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Science in Architecture, and interdisciplinary minors in Architecture and Sustainable Environments. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 6 2020 and continue until the position is filled. For this position, the Department seeks applicants with a demonstrated capacity for critical inquiry into architectural design issues as they apply to changing global conditions. Applicants should have an established or emerging record of excellence in teaching, and a research agenda that can support scholarship and inform undergraduate teaching in a collaborative environment in keeping with Cal Poly's Teacher-Scholar Model. The Department welcomes research in all areas of the discipline. Design + Representation: Applicants should have a basis for teaching design fundamentals, design theory, fabrication, craft, and representation in foundation levels of undergraduate architecture design studios. In addition, lectures, seminars, and workshop courses in the applicant's area of interest may also be taught. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Professional degree in architecture Master's degree in architecture (or allied discipline) or D. Arch. Architectural license or Ph.D. (see note below) Professional experience in architecture Relevant college-level teaching experience Eligibility for licensure or Ph.D. candidacy is acceptable for appointment, but promotion and tenure are contingent on possession of the license or Ph.D. Uniquely qualified candidates not meeting minimum qualifications, but with exceptional professional knowledge, teaching experience, or recognized work will be considered. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with a record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and/or critical practice, and a forward-minded, flexible, and integrative approach to architectural education. Given the possibility of team teaching, a record of successful collaboration is also preferred. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: Assistant/ Associate/ Full Professor of Soil Science and Restoration Ecology - Tenure-track, academic year (9 month) position within the Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences (NRES) Department at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo. Beginning date is September 10, 2020. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will teach courses that prepare students for a broad range of careers in environmental science and natural resource management. Scholarship should include the field of soil science, restoration ecology, and the interaction between social and biophysical systems at the landscape scale. Some potential areas of specialization may include restoration/conservation/landscape ecology, soil remediation, and land management that connect terrestrial and hydrological systems with social systems. Research experience related to conservation and planning of natural areas, managed landscapes, and protected areas at landscape scales and geospatial analysis skills that connects biophysical and social datasets are preferred. Given the interdisciplinary nature of this position, the successful candidate will collaborate with other Colleges/Departments at the university. Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and our motto is "Learn by Doing." Strong interests in laboratory/field-based undergraduate teaching along with excellent written and oral communication skills as reflected by a peer-reviewed publication record that is commensurate with time/experience in career are required. The successful candidate will teach environmental management, soil science, and ecology courses in the NRES Department. Demonstrated experience collaborating with natural resource agencies and the ability to connect students with applied restoration efforts is highly desired. The successful candidate will also mentor undergraduate and graduate research projects, provide general academic and student club advising, participate in Future Farmers of America (FFA) land judging state finals held on campus annually, teach graduate level courses and nurture overall student development with a focus in restoration ecology. Courses taught will depend on student demand. The successful candidate will have expertise to teach the following courses: Introductory Soil Science (SS 120), Introduction to Environmental Management (NR142), Introduction to Earth Systems (ERSC 144), and Natural Resource Ecology and Habitat Management (NR 306), in addition to developing new course(s) in restoration ecology, as well as landscape and/or conservation ecology. Additional expertise to teach the following courses is desirable: Fire Ecology (NR307), Wetlands (NR/SS 421), Soil Ecology (SS 422), Soil Morphology (SS 321), and Ecosystem Management (NR465). These courses are taken by NRES majors as well as by students from many of the departments within the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences. Service to the NRES Department, the university, as well as local, state, and national professional organizations is expected. Departmental and university service may include committee assignments, supporting student-club activities, and enhancing student enrollment. This position will have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty in the NRES Department, College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment Sciences (CAFES), Cal Poly Strawberry Center, Center for Sustainability, Swanton Pacific Ranch, and other organizations across the university. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Liberal Studies Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position in Social Foundations of Education, beginning September 10, 2020. The mission of the Liberal Studies undergraduate degree is to provide a solid preparation in science, mathematics, language arts, social sciences, art, physical education/health, and human development for future elementary and middle school teachers. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates must be committed to high-quality teaching, continuing scholarship, and university service. Successful candidates must be committed to high-quality undergraduate education and will be expected to develop and maintain an active undergraduate research program. Special areas of interest include social foundations, social justice education, and diversity and inclusion in K-8 schools. The successful candidate will be expected to do the following: 1) teach social foundations of education to future elementary school teachers in the Liberal Studies Department, 2) take on a leadership role in advancing the department's work in inclusivity, diversity, and social justice education, 3) engage in scholarly activities and grant development; provide service to local, university, and professional communities, 4) collaborate with higher education and K-12 partners, 5) demonstrate strong commitments to effective teaching practices and professional growth, 6) and provide service within the University, to state and local education agencies, and to relevant professional organizations. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - PUBLIC RELATIONS/STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS The Journalism Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, CA, seeks a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Public Relations, to begin September 10, 2020. Incumbent will teach courses in public relations principles and methods, writing and editing, and public relations campaigns as part of the Journalism curriculum and the Integrated Marketing Communications minor. Duties also will include developing new courses in digital content and emerging fields within public relations. Ideal candidates will understand the importance of cultural competence in these areas and demonstrate skills at developing content and campaigns to reach diverse populations. They also will have at least 3-5 years of recent professional experience and a strong background in writing, multimedia, data analytics and digital strategies. The teaching load averages 12 units per quarter (with a significant reduction in course load in the first two years to help establish an active program of research and professional development), with correspondingly reasonable expectations for scholarship and service. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree. Professional experience in public relations and/or marketing communications. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Doctorate in Public Relations, Advertising, Strategic Communication, Mass Communication, Marketing or a related field is preferred. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will understand the importance of cultural competence in public relations and demonstrate skill at developing content and campaigns to reach diverse populations. They also will have at least 3-5 years of recent professional experience in writing, multimedia, data analytics and digital strategies. Demonstrated effectiveness in college or university-level teaching, commitment to work collaboratively and evidence of scholarly and/or creative achievement are preferred. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING: The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Software Engineering faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank beginning Fall Quarter 2020. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates with industry experience are encouraged to apply. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multi-disciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. Duties include teaching undergraduate and master's level courses, supporting and expanding curricular development in Software Engineering, pursuing research in this area, and providing service to the department, the university, and the community. A doctorate in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field is required. All Software Engineering research areas are of interest. Candidates should display evidence of ability to teach applied Software Engineering topics such as modern industry practices, processes, tools, and technologies appropriate to professional software development, deployment, and maintenance. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE: The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department within the College of Engineering at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, CA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Computer Science faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank beginning Fall Quarter 2020. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates with industry experience are encouraged to apply. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multidisciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. Duties include teaching undergraduate and master's level courses, supporting and expanding curricular development in Computer Science and Software Engineering , pursuing research in one's area of expertise, and providing service to the department, the university, and the community. Particular areas of interest include computer science and engineering education. Candidates who are able to direct efforts related to broadening participation in computer science courses across campus and/or who might help lead efforts in the development of computer science education pathways for K-12 teachers are encouraged to apply. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The City and Regional Planning Department seeks tenure-track assistant professor candidates with a record of scholarship and teaching (either demonstrated or with the potential for success) in planning or urban design. Candidates shall demonstrate the ability to lead community-based comprehensive planning or urban design studios, especially in diverse communities. Candidates shall demonstrate a secondary area of ability in either housing, hazard mitigation, economic development, or active transportation. Teaching includes laboratory (studio) and lecture format courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Learn-by-doing and project-based learning is the preferred teaching model. Studios often require working with real community clients such as cities, counties, or community-based organizations. Candidates shall demonstrate the ability to develop a viable applied research program that complements their teaching, and a commitment to participate in departmental and professional service activities. We are especially interested in candidates committed to supporting the success of first-year, first-generation, and underrepresented students. The College of Architecture & Environmental Design at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multidisciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS At least one academic degree in planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or architecture. A Ph.D. or professional doctorate is required. ABD candidates may be considered. The candidate must possess professional experience in the field of planning or urban design. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and research/practice interests. Candidates shall demonstrate an ability to develop a viable applied research program that complements the instructional area of specialization and a commitment to participate in departmental and professional service activities. The candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively, work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, conduct themselves professionally, perform appropriate service functions at the department, college, and university level and have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in urban planning and teaching and experience in specific areas of program need. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: PSYCHOLOGY AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT - Assistant Professor at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The Department of Psychology and Child Development within the College of Liberal Arts seeks applicants for one full-time, academic-year, tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Child Development starting September 10, 2020. Candidates for the position must have a PhD in child development, developmental psychology, clinical/counseling psychology, human development, or a related field by the time of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with interests in child development in the context of adversity (e.g., child maltreatment, poverty, discrimination, trauma or related areas). Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. Candidates must also show a strong commitment to teaching excellence and provide evidence of professional activity that keeps them abreast of knowledge and developments within their discipline. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses in Child and Adolescent Development, Child Abuse and Neglect, and/or Research Methods. Additional courses may include: Children's Development in Diverse Cultures, Interpersonal Relationships in Childhood and Adolescence, and Family Psychology. Ideal candidates will possess a commitment to broadening the scope of child development to include traditionally underrepresented groups, as demonstrated through research, teaching, and/or course content. Consideration will be given to candidates with interest in providing support for the development of on-line offerings. Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, our faculty are expected to balance teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication), student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and college/university level. The teaching load averages 12 units per quarter (with course load reductions in each of the first two years to help establish one's professional development activities), with correspondingly reasonable expectations for scholarship and service. Applicants must provide evidence of current professional activity in the field of child development/developmental science. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Liberal Studies Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position in Science, beginning September 10, 2020. The mission of the Liberal Studies undergraduate degree is to provide a solid preparation in science, mathematics, language arts, social sciences, art, physical education/health, and human development for future elementary and middle school teachers. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates must be committed to high-quality teaching, continuing scholarship, and university service. Successful candidates must be committed to high-quality undergraduate education and will be expected to develop and maintain an active undergraduate research program. Special areas of interest include physics, chemistry, biology, geology and/or STEM education in K-8 schools. Successful candidates will be expected to do the following: 1) teach lower division science undergraduate courses for future teachers in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Geology and a capstone course in STEM education for the Liberal Studies Department, 2) take on a leadership role in advancing the department's work in inclusivity, diversity, and social justice education, 3) engage in scholarly activities and grant development, 4) provide service to local, university, and professional communities, 5) collaborate with higher education and K-12 partners, 6) demonstrate strong commitments to effective teaching practices and professional growth, 7) and provide service within the University, to state and local education agencies, and to relevant professional organizations. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION - Assistant Professor, Full Time, Academic Year, Tenure Track in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, beginning September 10, 2020. Areas of specialization preferred for this position include digital printing technologies, color management, marketing and management, web/mobile product development. Documented excellence in teaching, industrial experience, and/or research in three or more of the following areas: • Digital printing technologies. • Design for digital printing. • Color theory and color management. • Web and mobile product development. • Emerging technologies for marketing using variable data and disruptive technologies. • Project management for graphic communication products. • Strategic planning for graphic communication applications. • Teaching and advising research in Graphic Communications. The teaching load averages 12 units per quarter (with a significant reduction in course load in the first two years to help establish an active program of research and professional development), with correspondingly reasonable expectations for scholarship and service. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. The candidate selected will be responsible for creative lecture and laboratory teaching approaches that include current and emerging technologies to enhance student education and for participating in scholarly practices such as peer-reviewed research, conference presentations, and grant development that lead to publication or its equivalent. The successful candidate will also be expected to pursue a systematic program of professional development, curricular improvement, and to participate in service activities including committee service, student advising, and building industry relationships. Cal Poly operates on a teacher-scholar model in which faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, to produce scholarship in their field of interest, and provide service to the institution. As teachers, faculty are expected to exhibit strong pedagogical skills and to remain proficient and current in their disciplines. As scholars, faculty should be engaged in scholarly and creative work that is of high quality as evinced by external peer review. As colleagues, faculty are asked to perform service activities at all levels of the University. Faculty should build collaborative relationships across the University and with colleagues at other universities. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Agribusiness Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time, Associate/Full Professor 12-month Department Head starting no later than September 1, 2020. The department head is a tenure-track position and will provide leadership for all programmatic and administrative functions including instruction, research, and alumni and industry engagement. The department head leads a talented team of 12 tenure track faculty members, one full-time lecturer and three staff members who engage with approximately 550 undergraduate students. This position will provide leadership for the Agribusiness Department in the following areas: Department's instructional programs Faculty and staff hiring, development, mentoring and workload Academic advising for undergraduate students Program assessment Development and implementation of strategic plan and goals for department Development of external funds and advancement Management of budget, facilities, and departmental resources Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts The successful candidate will also teach courses as needed. In balance with the teaching and administrative responsibilities, the successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of professional development. It is also expected that the successful candidate will supervise senior project students and teams, and participate in University, College and Departmental activities. Department Head appointments and 12-month assignments are made and continue at the pleasure of the College Dean. Tenure is earned only in the instructional portion of the position. Credit towards tenure at the time of appointment may be awarded depending on the candidate's years of teaching experience, professional development, and rank. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a full-time Associate/Full Professor, 12-month department head for its Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences (NRES) Department. This position has a starting date of no later than September 1, 2020. The department head is a tenure-track position and will provide leadership for all programmatic and administrative functions including instruction, research, and alumni and industry engagement. The department head leads a talented team of 14 tenure track faculty members, two full-time lecturers, and four staff members who engage with approximately 750 undergraduate students and 20 graduate students. This position will provide leadership for the Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences department in the following areas: Department's instructional programs Faculty development and mentoring Academic advising Program assessment Development and implementation of strategic plan for department Management of budget, facilities, and departmental resources Advancement and fundraising efforts The successful candidate will also teach undergraduate courses as well as courses in the department's Master's of Science in Environmental Science and Management program. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of professional development. Additional duties will include advising undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in University, College and Departmental activities. The Cal Poly community believes in the "teacher-scholar model" which emphasizes scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, proposal writing and program development) in addition to teaching excellence. Department Head appointments and 12-month assignments are made and continue at the pleasure of the College Dean. Tenure is earned only in the instructional portion of the position. Credit towards tenure at the time of appointment may be awarded depending on the candidate's years of teaching experience, professional development, and rank. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: Assistant/Associate Professor of Food Science The Food Science and Nutrition Department in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure-track assistant/associate professor of Food Science. The starting date is September 10, 2020. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences has started the construction of a multidisciplinary building of $125 million that will benefit this position with seven food and nutrition research labs including a culinary suite, a sensory laboratory, two food safety laboratories, and a food chemistry and analytical laboratory. The ideal candidate will have broad food science education including but not limited to expertise in the areas of quality assurance/control, food and beverage processing and their interrelationship with the development of foods and food safety. The candidate's primary teaching contribution will be in quality assurance/control and food processing; other teaching responsibilities will be in undergraduate and graduate courses that may include but are not limited to food packaging, food engineering, and introductory food science, as well as dairy/dairy alternative and meat science. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Experience Industry Management Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for a tenure-track, academic year position. Starting date is negotiable, but on or before September 10, 2020 is preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate core courses in the Experience Industry Management Department, and be able to teach courses related to an area of expertise such as tourism experience design, destination marketing and management, experiential marketing, tourism marketing or analytics. Additional expectations may include supervision of undergraduate senior projects, graduate student research, student advising, and teaching graduate level courses and/or in a Master of Professional Studies or certificate program. The successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (i.e., research, grant writing, publications, presentations) as part of their professional development and to contribute to the research of the Experience Innovation Lab, to be fully launched in late 2021 or early 2022. The successful candidate is also expected to provide service on committees for the department, college, and university and participate in instructional development activities. Expectations also include service to local, state, national tourism and/or destination marketing and management related professional organizations. Ph.D. in tourism or destination marketing, experiential marketing, recreation, parks, and tourism administration, tourism and hospitality management, or a related field required prior to appointment. Applicants should have a combination of teaching, practical and/or research experience and a commitment to quality undergraduate education and a research program that involves undergraduate students. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability to initiate, complete, secure external funding, and publish research. Must demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills and be a productive team player able to interact well with peers, students, sectors of the experience industry, government agencies, and the general public. Must demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate teaching are required. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability to initiate, complete, secure external funding, and publish research and be an active researcher within the Experience Innovation Lab, collaborating with cross-disciplinary faculty and industry partners. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Robert E. Kennedy Library at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is recruiting a creative, collaborative, and user-focused librarian for the tenure-track faculty position of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Librarian (Senior Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian rank). We are seeking someone who embraces the learn-by-doing culture of our institution; who will provide dynamic, comprehensive, and meaningful support to the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) through innovation and collaboration; and who understands the important role the library plays in supporting teaching, learning, and research at Cal Poly. This librarian serves as the college librarian for CAFES and will be responsible for connecting the library's programs, services, and resources with the college's students and faculty to advance teaching, learning, research, and scholarship. The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences is the second largest of Cal Poly's six colleges with nine academic departments that offer 15 Bachelor of Science degrees and five Masters of Science degrees. The college currently enrolls over 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year and is ranked fourth in the nation for agriculture degrees awarded to Hispanics, and fourth for all minority students studying agriculture, according to Diverse Issues in Higher Education. CAFES is recognized for its hands-on, Learn by Doing educational environment, and as a center of excellence in applied sciences through responsive scholarship, leadership, and service to others. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Academic Services, the Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Librarian develops and leads the services and programs, as well as selects relevant information resources, to support the curricular and research needs of CAFES' users. Responsibilities include instruction and research assistance, outreach and liaison services, collection development, and programmatic support activities. The Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Librarian works collaboratively with the other librarians and library staff to provide related services, including support for Geographic Information Systems (GIS), data management, scholarly communication, and faculty exhibits. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Materials Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a faculty colleague for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level. The faculty position is focused on metallurgy and the practical application of metals to industry. The MATE Department is a relatively small and dynamic community of collaborators meeting the technical challenges of the twenty-first century and contributing to our College's vision of leading engineering education. We emphasize excellence and innovation in teaching, collaboration, and collegiality. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in materials science and engineering, metallurgy, or a closely related field. An undergraduate degree in these areas is also preferred. The successful candidate will be proficient in teaching basic and advanced metallurgy courses, involved in scholarly activity (research) in the metallurgy area, and enthusiastic about metals and metallurgy. Highly desired expertise areas include ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, corrosion, welding, and advanced joining, physical metallurgy, metallurgical thermodynamics and kinetics, metals processing (including but not limited to additive manufacturing, liquid metal processing, metal deformation processing), heat treatment, and the detailed connections between alloy microstructures and resulting properties. Industrial experience in metallurgy is welcome. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The George Hasslein Chair is a Visiting Faculty for Interdisciplinary Studies in Environmental Design in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California is a visiting teaching professorship that recognizes preeminent practitioners or scholars whose presence in the College as active teachers will enrich the interdisciplinary environment for students and faculty across all of the college's majors. Selected candidates will emphasize student mentoring and engagement with practitioners, both on campus and through field trips. The George Hasslein Visiting Faculty is a full-time, one-quarter, nonrenewable appointment in the Fall 2020 (09/10/20-12/12/20), or Winter 2021 (01/04/21-03/22/21), or Spring 2021 (03/29/21-06/12/21) quarter. A split appointment between two part-time collaborators who share Visiting Faculty position may be considered. Co-teaching with Cal Poly faculty who share the Visiting Faculty's interests is possible. The position entails a two-course teaching assignment to include one project-based studio or laboratory course that enrolls two or more majors within the college and one seminar or lecture course open to all majors, plus service to the university. Service will include presentation of the George Hasslein Public Lecture, guest speaking in classes and student clubs, participation in reviews of student work, and mentoring of students and faculty. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a qualified full-time, academic year, tenure track position in Colloid Chemistry beginning September 10, 2020. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Primary teaching assignments will be in polymers & coatings and general chemistry for majors and non-majors. Applicants with expertise in colloids and/or polymers are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to play a role in pedagogy and curriculum development for our chemistry offerings. We encourage applications from candidates who plan to incorporate this curriculum activity into their research program. Successful candidates must be committed to high-quality undergraduate education and will be expected to develop and maintain an active undergraduate research program. Publishable research that engages graduate and undergraduate students in polymers & coatings is expected. A Ph.D. in chemistry, or a related field, with emphasis in colloid science, or with colloid industry experience, is required prior to the start date of the appointment. The focus of an individual's research specialization is open to all relevant areas of colloid science including synthesis, assembly, rheology, simulation, etc. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a Full time Lecturer. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS M.S. in related Engineering or Management field is required. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in a related Engineering or Management fields would be beneficial. Registration as a professional engineer is preferred. Practical experience and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and professional contribution are greatly valued. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full time Lecturer in Engineering Surveying, Precision Agriculture and Computer Aided Designing/Drafting beginning September 10, 2020. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in a relevant discipline is expected academic preparation, but applicants with relevant B.S. degree who have significant experience in surveying will be considered. Experience in surveying is required and registration as a Land Surveyor or Civil Engineer is preferred. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS M.S. in Geodesy, Geomatic Engineering, or a closely related discipline is preferred. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Orfalea College of Business, Accounting Area, invites applications for a full-time visiting lecturer in accounting information systems, financial accounting, and accounting ethics beginning September 10, 2020 or a mutually acceptable time. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Ph.D in accounting, or closely related field, an excellent academic record demonstrating the ability to engage in high quality teaching and scholarly research at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Demonstrable ability to teach accounting courses and subjects in one or more of the following areas; accounting information systems, financial accounting, and accounting ethics. The ability to engage in service to the area, college and university, and when needed new course development. Candidates must be academically qualified under AACSB standards. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Physics Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to hire full-time lecturers for academic year 2020-2021 beginning September 10, 2020 (with possible extension to a second academic year 2021-22). Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Primary duties and responsibilities are to teach undergraduate physics (and possibly, astronomy) lecture and lab courses. Candidates in all stages of their career are encouraged to apply. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Ph.D. in Physics, Physics Education or Astronomy (or a closely related field with a strong physics background) is required. All requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed before September 10, 2020. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Food Science and Nutrition Department in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking candidates for full-time, academic year (9-month), lecturer in Foodservice and Nutrition Systems Management beginning in September 2020 or January 2021. The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences has started the construction of a multidisciplinary building of $125 million that will benefit this position with seven food and nutrition research labs including a culinary suite, a sensory laboratory, two food safety laboratories, and a food chemistry and analytical laboratory. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment is for one year with possible extension. The candidate's primary teaching contribution will be in the areas of Management in Foodservice and Nutrition Systems and Culinology® with an emphasis on quantity food planning and preparation to meet specific nutritional requirements/guidelines for various foodservice facilities, including healthcare facilities, large corporate institutions and schools. Courses taught depend on student demand with the successful candidate having expertise in the above areas that would translate to one or more of the following courses: FSN 121: Fundamentals of Food, FSN 321: Contemporary Issues in Food Choice and Preparation, FSN 343: Foodservice Operations I, FSN 344: Foodservice Operations II, and/or FSN 426: Nutrition and Foodservice Systems Management. Additional courses may be assigned, as needed and as appropriate for the candidate's expertise, by the department. Course descriptions are available at http://catalog.calpoly.edu/coursesaz/fsn/ Closing Date/Time: Open until filled