2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Allied Health Sciences

The California State University; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 6,608; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Sacramento is seeking a part-time lecturer for Health Sciences. Responsibilities include teaching, course preparation, and grading. Applicants must have a Master's Degree in a related field, and teaching experience is preferred. The role offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and ranks. Join a diverse faculty committed to academic excellence and student support in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Health Science or related field is required.
• Doctorate in a relevant field is preferred.
• One year of college teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lectures and prepare course materials.
• Grade assignments and provide feedback to students.
• Hold office hours for student consultations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Health communication

Knowledge of health-related career paths

Education

Master’s Degree in Health Science or related field

Job description

Apply now Job no: 555533 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Sacramento Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Health Sciences

POSITION DETAILS

The Department of Allied Health Sciences houses two degree programs including the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science and the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Therapeutic Health and Recreation.

The BS in Health Science prepares students for a variety of roles within the allied health professions. The curriculum integrates coursework from disciplines across the University to provide students with a broad foundation of knowledge and skills related to life sciences, social sciences, communications, health ecology, public service, ethical practice, and data analysis.

The BS in Therapeutic Health and Recreation is designed to provide critical skills in assessment, documentation, leadership, and evidence-based practices that promote the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of individuals. This program prepares students for careers in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, community organizations, corrections, and schools.

Duties of a part-time lecturer include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Part-time lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Hires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework offered by an academic department based on changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure-track faculty assignments, and other factors that cannot be addressed with our existing faculty. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but occasionally academic year initial appointments are made. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance. Often appointments are made just prior to the start of the semester.

Rank and Salary

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 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

The salary ranges indicated are based on a "full‑time rate" (15 weighted teaching units [WTUs]). A semester's worth of compensation is made up of six (6) payments of the given amount. To calculate your salary for a semester, the base rate would be pro‑rated based on the units worked out of 15 WTUs. If you were a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary, your pay would be structured as follows: $5,507 x 3/15 (3 units out of a possible 15 units total) = $1101.40 x 6 checks = $6,608.40 total for 3 units/semester.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Health Science, Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Public Health or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Education and Professional Work Experience

• Doctorate or equivalent in Health Science, Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Public Health or related field
• At least one year of college teaching experience
• Professional experience working in Healthcare, Public Health, Health Education or a related Allied Health Profession

Knowledge or teaching experience in any of the following subject areas:

• General knowledge of health-related career paths
• Reading and writing research
• Social and natural influences that impact health
• Behavioral factors that influence health
• Relationship between personality and health
• Health communication
• Happiness and health
• Health and wellness
• Alternative health practices
• Therapeutic health interventions
• Aging and longevity
• Recreation therapy
• Science of disability
• Health informatics
• Artificial Intelligence in healthcare
• The development of health problems
• The role of emotions in immune function
• Physiological foundations of health psychology
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position
• List of three references with contact information

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

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The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [e-mail].

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

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Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for the H1-B Visa.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Advertised: Mar 12 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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