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

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking a part-time Temporary Lecturer in Physics to teach undergraduate courses such as Physics 2A and 2B. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Physics or a closely related field and demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with diverse backgrounds. The position comes with a salary range of $5,507–6,677 monthly, depending on qualifications and experience, and new appointments are contingent upon enrollment and budget considerations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse backgrounds.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred.
• Experience with lab instruction is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Physics.
• Adhere to university policies and academic standards.
• Prepare and grade lectures, assignments, and exams.

Skills

Commitment to diversity

Teaching excellence

Experience with labs

Education

Master's degree in Physics or a closely related field

Job description

26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) – Physics

Job No: 556687

Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Central California: Fresno

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 – CFA – California Faculty Association, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time

Temporary Faculty Pool – Lecturer in Physics

Department Overview

Department website

Position Summary

The department seeks qualified candidate(s) to teach undergraduate courses such as:

• Physics 2A
• Physics 2B
• Physics 4A
• Physics 4B
• PSCI 21
• or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill the educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibilities

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system‑wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the "Order of Work," or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure‑line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for Temporary Faculty positions).

Compensation

Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master's degree is $5,507–6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term.

Anticipated Semester

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.

• Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026
• Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Required Qualifications

Education: A Master's degree in Physics or a closely related field.

Experience:

1. Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

1. A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
2. Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
3. Experience with labs.

Application Procedures

A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early June 15th, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Deadline is July 1st, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2025 hiring.
• Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
• Projected Job Announcement for 2026-2027 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2027.

Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, create an Applicant Profile, or log in if you already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Names and contact information of at least three professional references are part of the online application. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation.
4. Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

For Inquiries

Contact Dr. Singleton, Chair of the Department of Physics, e‑mail: [e-mail]

The position advertised will remain open until filled. Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in this pool for future consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Fresno is a federal nonprofit institution committed to equal opportunity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.