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

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

Job summary

California State University - Fresno is seeking part-time Temporary Faculty for Psychology to teach undergraduate courses. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Psychology or related field and a commitment to diversity. Responsibilities include preparing lectures and grading. Compensation is between $5,507 and $6,677 monthly depending on qualifications. Application deadline is July 1, 2026, for Fall 2026 hiring. Apply at https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/556312.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Psychology or related field with an emphasis in the related course.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse backgrounds.
• Successful teaching experience or teaching internships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, and grade lectures and assignments.
• Conduct office hours and quizzes as scheduled.
• Adhere to university and academic policies.

Skills

Demonstrated commitment to diversity

Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level

Strong communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or related field

Ph.D. in Psychology or related field (preferred)

Job description

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

Job No: 556312

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

Position Summary

The department seeks qualified candidate(s) to teach undergraduate courses such as those listed below. The successful applicant may apply to teach courses in one or more of the following subdisciplines (please indicate the subdiscipline(s) in your cover letter):

• Biological Bases of Behavior and Cognition. Courses include: PSYCH 36, 121, 122, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 220T, 225T
• Quantitative Methods and Research Design. Courses include: PSYCH 42, 140T, 143, 144, 240T, 244A, 244B
• Applied Behavior Analysis. Courses include: PSYCH 60T, 136, 170T, 172, 181, 221, 223, 231, 245, 255T, 268, 270T, 271, 288, 289
• Clinical Psychology. Courses include: PSYCH 61, 66, 149, 160T, 162, 163, 164, 169, 171S, 175, 177, 178S, 283T
• Developmental Psychology. Courses include: PSYCH 101,155, 200T, 204, 205
• Social and Personality Psychology. Courses include: PSYCH 152, 154, 156, 157, 250T, 255T
• School Psychology. Courses include: PSYCH 267, 274S, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 284, 285, 286, 287
• Miscellaneous Psychology courses. Courses include: PSYCH 10, 63, 151, 179I, 182
• or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibility

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, conduct, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) of 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 (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Required Qualifications

Education: A Master's degree in Psychology or related field with an emphasis in the field related to the course they are expected to teach.

Experience: 1) Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. 2) Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level (including documented teaching assistantships or teaching internships).

Preferred Qualifications

• A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Education: A Ph.D. in Psychology or related field.
• Experience with a closely related subdiscipline of Psychology.
• Evidence of publications in scholarly journals.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience within salary range placement. 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 academic term.

Application Procedures

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

• Deadline is July 1st, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2026 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: create an applicant profile or log in. Attach: 1) Cover letter, 2) Curriculum vitae, 3) Names and contact information of at least three professional references, 4) Copies of unofficial transcripts.

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

To apply, visit https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/556312