Anthropology, Part Time Lecturer Pool

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

Job summary

The Division of Anthropology at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool. This pool is for part-time lecturers to be drawn on as needed, with appointments often made just prior to the term.

Applicants must be available on very short notice and prepared for temporary assignments. Required materials include a cover letter, transcripts, three references, syllabi, teaching evaluations, and an Inclusive Excellence Statement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in anthropology or closely related field required.
• Ability to teach a range of undergraduate courses; PhD preferred for graduate courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in anthropology as needed by the department.
• Be available on very short notice to fill teaching needs.
• Maintain compliance with CSU policies and foster inclusive learning.

Skills

Master's degree in anthropology

Experience with diverse populations

Ability to teach undergrad & grad

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology

Ph.D. desirable for graduate courses

Job description

Apply now Job no: 559995
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

Division of Anthropology

Part-Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The Division of Anthropology at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool.

This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.
Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must hold at least a Master’s degree in a field relevant to the curriculum of the Division of Anthropology. A Ph.D. or extensive professional experience is desirable for teaching upper-division courses (300 or 400 level) and required for 500 level graduate courses.
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally range of students, including first-generation college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

Required materials at time of application:

• Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
• Copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree
• A list of three (3) references with contact information
• Sample of course syllabi (if available)
• Teaching Evaluations (if available)
• Inclusive Excellence Statement – This statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate’s professional experience, intellectual commitments, and willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.

Required materials before official hire:

• Three letters of recommendation – Once selected as a finalist, your references will be notified via email to upload their confidential letter of recommendation

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to Dr. Elizabeth Pillsworth ([e-mail]), Department Chair.

APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The need for part-time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term runs from mid-January through the end of May. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future teaching assignments. In some instances, syllabi, assignments, and reading material may be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY

All part-time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month

The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three-unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

For a description of potential benefits, visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html

MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Please note that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check.

OUT-OF-STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Advertised: Jul 10 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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