Full Time Lecturer Livestock Production (12 months)

at  California State University

Job no: 538429
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Faculty - Agriculture
The Animal Science Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking applications for a two-year, full-time, 12-month lecturer in Livestock Production starting August 30, 2024, ending August 31, 2026.
The position involves teaching courses in swine production and other livestock production courses and disciplines appropriate to the expertise of the individual and needs of the department. The successful candidate will establish an active relationship with other university faculty and researchers, leaders in livestock production and exhibition, students, and the general public to provide information and leadership related to livestock industry issues.
In addition, candidates should be able to provide practical experience and individualized student-learning opportunities such as experiential classes, undergraduate and graduate research projects and student internships. Duties may also include, but are not limited to, supervision of livestock units, undergraduate senior projects, graduate student research, student advising, and teaching graduate level courses and/or in a Master of Professional Studies or certificate program.
Service activities will include participation in department, college, and university committees and instructionally related activities.
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2022, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
Lecturer A: $5,168-$6,946
Lecturer B: $6,190-$13,797
Lecturer C: $7,102-$15,145
Lecturer D: $8,964-$15,864
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 Animal Science or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
• The ability to be a productive team player and to interact well with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the public.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and strong interest in undergraduate teaching.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ability to collaborate with faculty across the College and University is desirable. Candidates who have international experience or the desire to cultivate international links are 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.

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