26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Sociology

Fresno State Library; Asturias; On-site; EUR 52,402 - 63,536; Full time

Job summary

Fresno State Library is seeking qualified faculty to teach Sociology courses. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, holding office hours, and grading assessments. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field, with a commitment to diversity in education. Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. and teaching experience at the undergraduate level. The role is temporary and open until filled.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, Ph.D. preferred.
• Commitment to work with diverse backgrounds essential.
• Teaching experience in undergraduate education is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, conduct, and grade lectures.
• Hold office hours for student support.
• Design homework, quizzes, projects, and exams.

Skills

Commitment to diversity

Teaching excellence

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in Sociology or related field

Ph.D. in Sociology or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Sociology seeks qualified faculty to teach undergraduate courses, including:

• SOC 1: Introduction to Sociology
• SOC 3: Critical Thinking about Society
• SOC 111: Race & Ethnicity
• SOC 125: Social Science Statistics
• SOC 130W: Contemporary Social Issues (Writing Course)
• Other courses as needed to fulfill the department’s educational goals.

Instructor Responsibilities

Temporary faculty members must adhere to and implement university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Responsibilities include preparing, delivering, conducting, proctoring, and grading lectures; holding office hours; designing homework, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the CSU salary range for Academic Year Lecturers (Class Code 2358). The salary range for a temporary faculty member with a Master’s degree is $5,507–6,677 per month for full‑time load (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are typically at or near the minimum of the range and are adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per term.

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology or a related field.
• Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, as evidenced by previous teaching experience, evaluations, or other evidence.
• Successful undergraduate teaching experience.

Application Procedures

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as positions become available. Review may begin as early as June 15, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Fall 2026: Application deadline July 1, 2026.
• Spring 2027: Application deadline October 31, 2026.
• Job announcement closing date March 1, 2027.

Applicants should submit an online application via https://careers.fresnostate.edu, create or log into an applicant profile, and attach the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and a list of courses you are interested in teaching.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Name and contact information for at least three professional references (letters of reference are not required at this stage).
• Unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Employment Conditions

• Temporary faculty are required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States; California State University, Fresno does not sponsor temporary faculty for work visas.
• All appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and are subject to “Order of Work” provisions.
• A background check, including criminal records, must be satisfactorily completed. Offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment terminated based on the results.
• Applicants must comply with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act as a limited reporter.
• California State University, Fresno is a tobacco‑free, smoke‑free, and vapor‑free campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Fresno is a proud affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, and veteran status.

Additional Information

The temporary faculty pool is open continuously and positions are filled as needed. Appointments may be made just prior to the start of an academic term and applicants might need to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain open for two academic terms; individuals wishing to remain beyond that must reapply.

Applications are open until the position is filled.