Part-time Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) Details

Part-time Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA)

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo - San Luis Obispo, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Part-time Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA)
Job No: 496664
Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time

APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM, APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES IN THE LIBERAL ARTS - PART-TIME LECTURER POOL. Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers. Positions are available as determined by need and funding during the Fall, Winter, and/or Spring quarters of the 2020-2021 academic year, which begins September 10, 2020. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and time base. ISLA offers classes in a wide variety of subjects. Possible courses include: Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies; Introduction to Science, Technology & Society; Introduction to Media Art & Technologies; Values & Technology; Topics and Issues in Values, Media and Culture; Media Art & Technologies: Storytelling; Media Art & Technologies: Cinematic Processes; and Interdisciplinary Research Methods.

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 Masters degree in a relevant liberal arts or other relevant discipline and previous college-level teaching experience are required to teach all courses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. or terminal degree preferred.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo will not sponsor an H-1B for this position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Interdisciplinary Studies in the Liberal Arts (ISLA) offers interdisciplinary classes to support a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies as well as four interdisciplinary minors: Ethics, Public Policy, Science & Technology; Gender, Race, Culture, Science & Technology; Media Arts, Society & Technology; and Science and Risk Communication. Many ISLA courses satisfy university general education and breadth requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

Please attach to your application a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of diversity and inclusion describing how you would demonstrate a commitment in these areas as an instructor at Cal Poly, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a copy of unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned (official transcripts required prior to appointment), a list of CSU courses previously taught, and a list of courses for which you wish to be considered. Please be prepared to provide 3 professional references with names and email addresses when completing the application. For full consideration, all applicant materials must be received by the Review Begin Date. REVIEW BEGIN DATE: May 15, 2020.



To Apply: All applicants must apply online at: https://www.calpolyjobs.org.

About Us
Cal Poly is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university. Founded in 1901, the 6,000-acre campus is nestled in the foothills of San Luis Obispo, along California's scenic central coast and midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. With a budget of $168.5 million, the university has a student enrollment exceeding 17,000 students and employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff members. Cal Poly is part of the 23-campus California State University system.

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.

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