2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Anthropology

California State University, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

A public university in California is looking for part-time lecturers in Anthropology for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates must hold an appropriate degree and demonstrate teaching excellence. Responsibilities include class instruction and preparation. The role promotes engagement in multicultural environments. Compensation varies by qualifications with initial salaries starting approximately at $5,507 per month. Applications are due by April 15, 2026, with potential renewals based on performance and needs.

Qualifications

• Hold an appropriate degree for teaching levels.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Proficiency in written and oral English.

Responsibilities

• Instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Other duties as assigned based on departmental needs.
• Course assignments determined by the Department Chair.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Multicultural Engagement

English Proficiency

Education

Appropriate degree from an accredited university

Job description

College: College of Natural and Social Sciences

Position Title: 2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Anthropology

Department of Anthropology

Instructional Faculty – Part-time Temporary/Lecturer Pool

Position Details

The Anthropology Department in the College of Natural & Social Sciences at Cal State LA is seeking applications for a pool of part‑time faculty lecturers. Positions will be filled as needed each semester of the 2026‑2027 academic year. The appointments are conditional and based on enrollment and budget. Initial appointments typically last one semester, with possible renewal based on department needs, funding, and performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold an appropriate degree from an accredited university (bachelor’s for lower division courses; master’s for upper division undergraduate courses; doctoral, or master’s with substantial teaching experience for graduate courses).
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
• Commitment to engagement, service, and the public good.
• Ability to relate well to others and work in a multiethnic, multicultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Relevant work experience and training.
• Appropriate doctoral or terminal degree.

Duties

• Instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Other duties as assigned based on departmental needs.
• Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are determined by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Salary

Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary ranges (per monthly schedule 7/1/2024):

• Lecturer A: $5,507 – $6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221 – $13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825 – $14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593 – $15,211

The anticipated monthly hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Most new faculty lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank.

Required Documentation

Please submit the following with your application:

• A cover letter addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications.
• A narrative statement describing your commitment to working in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment.
• An updated curriculum vitae.
• List of CSU courses previously taught, and/or courses or topics you are qualified for and would like to teach.
• Unofficial transcripts.

Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

A United States Equivalency certification is required for foreign terminal degrees. The certification must translate information in English and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent.

Application

Deadline: Full consideration requires application by April 15, 2026. Applications received after the deadline may still be considered.

To apply, click the Apply Now icon or visit Faculty Lecturer Positions. Direct questions to Department Chair Aaron Sonnenschein at [e-mail].

Note: The holder of this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.

Equal Opportunity And Excellence In Education And Employment

All University programs are open and available to all, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Through compliance with federal and state civil‑rights laws, we provide equal opportunity and a nondiscriminatory environment.

We prohibit discriminatory treatment, segregation, harassment, and retaliation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as required by law.