Lecturer - CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab (Fall 2026)

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); Sur place; USD 61 458 - 89 280; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The California State University seeks a part-time Lecturer for CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab in Fall 2026. This position requires a Master’s in Chemistry and teaching experience at the college level. The lecturer will instruct students on organic compounds, bonding, and chemical reactions.

Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in Chemistry and knowledge in analytical chemistry. Competitive salary range from $5,507 to $8,000 per month based on experience. Apply by submitting a complete application including CV, references, and a letter of interest.

Qualifications

• A Master of Science in Chemistry is required.
• Experience teaching chemistry at the college level is necessary.
• Preference for applicants with a Ph.D. in Chemistry.

Responsabilités

• Lecture CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab.
• Guide students in understanding organic compounds.

Connaissances

Teaching experience in chemistry at college level

Intercultural competence

Formation

Master of Science in Chemistry

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry

Description du poste

Lecturer - CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab (Fall 2026)

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Job no: 558090

Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: San Marcos

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Natural Sciences

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Tuesdays, 8:00 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
• Modality: In-person
• College: CSTEM – College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at California State University San Marcos seeks a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to lecture CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab.

Course Overview

Second course of a sequence designed to introduce science majors to the properties of organic compounds.

The entire sequence covers bonding structure, stereochemistry, nomenclature, chemical and physical properties of each functional group, acid/base phenomena, reaction mechanisms and kinetics, organic synthesis, and an introduction to spectroscopic structure determination.

Qualifications

• A Master of Science in Chemistry.
• Experience teaching chemistry at the college level.
• Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications:

• A Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry.
• Experience teaching a course in analytical chemistry or instrumental analysis.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 – $8,000 per full‑time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A – AY: $5,507 – $6,677 per full‑time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B – AY: $6,221 – $13,224 per full‑time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application.
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded).
• Contact information for three current references.
• Letter of interest (uploaded).

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on May 26, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Legal and EEO Statements

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.

Per the California State University’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

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 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: 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.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.

Advertised: May 21 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Dec 18 2026 Pacific Standard Time