Anthropology, Part Time Lecturer Pool

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

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. Appointments are temporary and often made shortly before the start of an academic term, with availability on short notice. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses and preparing syllabi and evaluations.

Applicants should hold at least a Master’s degree; Ph.D. or extensive professional experience is desirable for upper‑division and graduate courses.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in anthropology or related field.
• Ph.D. desirable for upper‑division (300–400 level) and required for graduate courses (500 level).
• Ability to interact with a wide and culturally diverse student body.

Skills

Master's degree

PhD desirable

Diversity engagement

Education

Master's degree in anthropology

PhD desirable for upper-division/graduate courses

Job description

POSITION – The Division of Anthropology at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. Part‑time lecturers are called as needed; appointments are temporary and often made shortly before the start of an academic term, requiring availability on short notice.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must hold at least a Master’s degree in a field relevant to the anthropology curriculum. A Ph.D. or extensive professional experience is desirable for upper‑division (300–400 level) courses and required for graduate courses (500 level).
• Applicants should demonstrate the ability to interact with a wide and culturally diverse student body, including first‑generation college students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment.
• Relevant professional experience and the ability to bring professional capabilities to the classroom.

Application Materials

• Cover Letter indicating courses eligible for teaching.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Unofficial transcripts for highest terminal degree.
• Three references with contact information.
• Sample syllabi, if available.
• Teaching evaluations, if available.
• Inclusive Excellence Statement describing contributions to and future plans for supporting a diverse student population.

Additional materials required after appointment: three letters of recommendation, and official transcripts sent to [e-mail].

Appointment & Salary

Appointments are made as Lecturers under the CSU Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Initial appointments last one semester. Classification range: $5,507–$6,677 per month; anticipated hiring range not to exceed $6,221 per month. Salaries are prorated to units and paid in six monthly installments for each full semester. Compensation for a three‑unit assignment typically ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

Appointment Dates & Academic Calendar

Demand is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters (Fall: late August to mid‑December; Spring: mid‑January to end of May). Part‑time faculty may be needed for Summer Sessions occasionally.

Legal & Background Requirements

All applicants must comply with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083. This offer is contingent upon a satisfactory background check; continued employment also requires successful completion of such checks.

Contact

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Elizabeth Pillsworth ([e-mail]), Department Chair.