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

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

Job summary

A leading public university in California seeks a Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Psychology to teach various undergraduate courses. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Psychology and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and teaching excellence. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, grading, and maintaining academic standards. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications, ranging from $5,507 to $6,677 per month for full-time teaching. Applications are open on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with diverse backgrounds.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate psychology courses.
• Conduct lectures, proctor exams, and handle grading.

Skills

Commitment to diversity

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

Job description

Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Psychology

Department Overview: The Psychology department offers rigorous empirically focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs, giving students a strong background in the scientific study of human behavior and consciousness.

Position Summary

The Department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses 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 – PSYCH 36, 121, 122, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 220T, 225T
• Quantitative Methods and Research Design – PSYCH 42, 140T, 143, 144, 240T, 244A, 244B
• Applied Behavior Analysis – PSYCH 60T, 136, 170T, 172, 181, 221, 223, 231, 245, 255T, 268, 270T, 271, 288, 289
• Clinical Psychology – PSYCH 61, 66, 149, 160T, 162, 163, 164, 169, 171S, 175, 177, 178S, 283T
• Developmental Psychology – PSYCH 101, 155, 200T, 204, 205
• Social and Personality Psychology – PSYCH 152, 154, 156, 157, 250T, 255T
• School Psychology – PSYCH 267, 274S, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 284, 285, 286, 287
• Miscellaneous Psychology courses – 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 preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading 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 and listed in the schedule of classes (asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

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 the California Faculty Association. These provisions state the “Order of Work,” which orders available courses from tenure-line faculty to new lecturer appointees. Appointees must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency).

Compensation

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

Anticipated Semester

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed, based on enrollment and funding. The number of positions varies from semester to semester. Appointments 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 who wish to remain beyond that must reapply.

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

Required Qualifications

• Education: A Master’s degree in Psychology or a related field with an emphasis in the relevant subdiscipline.

Experience

• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• 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 evidenced through prior teaching experiences and evaluations.
• Education: A Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field.
• Experience with a closely related subdiscipline of psychology.
• Evidence of publications in scholarly journals.

Application Procedures

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

• Deadline for Fall 2025 consideration: July 1 2026
• Deadline for Spring 2027 consideration: October 31 2026
• Projected job announcement closing date for 2026‑2027 academic year: 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 one. Attach the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience and listing courses you are interested in teaching.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters of recommendation are not required at this time).
• Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Inquiries

Contact Dr. Rosa Toro, Interim Chair, E‑mail: [e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity and Related Policies

California State University, Fresno is a tobacco‑free, smoke‑free, and vapor‑free campus. Fresno State is a committed affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and adheres to all applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws. All employees are required to complete a background check (including criminal record check); employment may be withdrawn or terminated based on the results. The position holder is considered a “limited reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 (Revised July 21 2017). Short‑term faculty may be required to work within California and must be available for in‑state work if the assignment is in‑person. For COVID‑19 vaccination policy and related health directives, please see https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.