Business Communications Lecturer (Undergraduate) - Business

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

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is looking for temporary faculty to teach Business Communication courses at the undergraduate level. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a related discipline and demonstrate a commitment to engaging with and mentoring diverse student populations.

Responsibilities include teaching assigned classes and conducting assessments. The position offers excellent opportunities for engagement in an inclusive environment focused on student success.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with a focus in English Composition, Business, Communication, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated preparation for teaching Business Communication at a university level.
• Commitment to working with and mentoring diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more classes as assigned based on student demand.
• Conduct assessment activities as outlined each semester.

Skills

Teaching Business Communication

Engagement with minoritized students

Preparation for university-level teaching

Education

Masters degree in English Composition, Business, or Communication

Ph.D. in relevant discipline (preferred)

Job description

About The University

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among “Regional Universities West” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th “Most Transformative College” by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.

Program & Rank

Program: Business
Rank: Lecturer Faculty

Position Overview

The Martin V. Smith School of Business and Economics is seeking temporary faculty to prepare and teach one or more sections of Business Communication courses at the undergraduate level.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree with a focus in English Composition, Business, Communication, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated preparation for teaching Business Communication at a university level.
• Commitment to effectively work with and engage a diverse student population and evidence of how you would successfully mentor minoritized students with special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, American Indian, and Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in English Composition, Business, Communication, or in a related discipline.
• 5+ years full‑time work experience.
• Work/consulting experience in private or public sector related to Business Communications.
• Record of effective teaching.

Responsibilities

Teach one or more classes as assigned and as student demand allows. Conduct and turn in assessment activities as outlined each semester.

Application Materials

• CV or resume;
• Cover Letter;
• A statement describing your experience mentoring and/or working with minoritized students with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, and American Indian students;
• A teaching philosophy describing how you plan to engage and interact with students, with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, and American Indian students.

In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates. Submit all required materials to the CSUCI Careers application web address below: http://jobs.csuci.edu

Compensation

California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules (anticipated hiring ranges):

• Range 2: $5,507 - $6,677
• Range 3: $6,221 – 13,224
• Range 4: $6,825 - 14,523
• Range 5: $8,593 - 15,211

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.

General Information

• Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.
• At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.
• The person holding this position may be 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 as a condition of employment.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• All faculty are required to perform their work from within the State of California.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. The CSU Channel Islands complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The CSU Channel Islands is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives.

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose by contacting Faculty Affairs at [e-mail].