Lecturer - MDIA 304: Global Media (Fall 2026)

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 89,280; Part time

Job summary

The California State University is seeking a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach MDIA 304: Global Media. This course explores the globalization of media within various cultural, technological, and political contexts, utilizing case studies from different media forms such as music and journalism.

Candidates must have an ABD in Communication/Media Studies or a closely related field. Preferred qualifications include a doctorate and teaching experience. The anticipated salary range is $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month, commensurate with degree level and experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated effectiveness with in‑person classroom instruction.
• Expertise to teach courses in Communication/Media Studies programs.
• Minimum one year of experience as teacher of record pertinent to subject area.

Responsibilities

• Teach MDIA 304: Global Media on Monday & Wednesday from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m.
• Explore globalization's cultural, economic, and political dimensions through media.
• Engage with case studies covering music, journalism, and other media formats.

Skills

In-person classroom instruction

LMS platforms (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard)

Intercultural competence

Education

ABD in Communication/Media Studies or closely related field

Doctorate in Communication/Media Studies (preferred)

Job description

Lecturer - MDIA 304: Global Media (Fall 2026)

Apply now. Job no: 558595.
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer.
Location: San Marcos.
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time.

• Semester: Fall2026
• Day/Time: Monday & Wednesday, from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m.
• Modality: In-person
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences

The Department of Communication and Media Studies at California State University San Marcos seeks a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach MDIA 304: Global Media. The department offers two (2) bachelor’s degree programs: Communication and Media Studies. Course link: https://www.csusm.edu/communication/.

Course Description

MDIA 304: Global Media explores globalization as a historical and contested process, examining cultural, social, technological, economic, and political dimensions of media globalization. Case studies cover music, radio, video, journalism, internet, mobile phones, broadcast satellites, and points of origin, contextualized within trade, war, community development, policy making, reform, and privatization/deregulation.

• ABD in Communication/Media Studies or closely related field.
• Demonstrated effectiveness with in‑person classroom instruction and LMS platforms such as Canvas, Moodle, or Blackboard.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctorate in Communication/Media Studies or closely related field.
• Expertise to teach courses in our Communication/Media Studies programs.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as teacher of record pertinent to subject area.
• Intercultural competence and commitment to campus community service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full‑time month.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected categories.