Lecturer - MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Techniques (Fall 2026)

Monash University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer to teach MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Techniques for Fall 2026 in-person. The position is part-time and located in Southern California.

Preferred candidates hold a Master of Music or equivalent advanced degree and have teaching experience at the college/university level, plus current professional work in recording, mixing, mastering, music production, post‑production, or live sound. Familiarity with Pro Tools and Waves is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master of Music or equivalent advanced degree.
• Teaching experience at the college, university, or professional training level.
• Current professional experience in recording, mixing, mastering, music production, post‑production, or live sound.
• Experience with current plug‑ins and other industry‑standard audio software.
• Familiarity with current trends in music production and digital audio technology.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Technology.
• Deliver lectures, labs, and assessments for the course.

Skills

Teaching experience

Recording/mixing/mastering

Music production

Live sound

Industry trends

Intercultural competence

Education

Master of Music or equivalent advanced degree

Tools

Pro Tools

Waves plug-ins

Job description

Lecturer - MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Techniques (Fall 2026)

The Department of Music at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Technology.

Course Description:

Continuation of the study of recording techniques. Includes advanced use of Pro Tools editing software and WAVES plug-in effects, microphone placement, and recording in both a studio and concert setting. Particular attention to advanced editing, mixing and mastering techniques.

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 1:30 to 3:20 p.m.
• Modality: In-person
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: Music

Preferred qualifications:

• Master of Music or equivalent advanced degree
• Teaching experience at the college, university, or professional training level.
• Current professional experience in recording, mixing, mastering, music production, post‑production, or live sound.
• Experience with current plug‑ins and other industry‑standard audio software.
• Familiarity with current trends in music production and digital audio technology.
• 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 commensurate with degree level and experience

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

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• 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 August 11, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

CSUSM has beendesignatedas a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.

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 , the 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 isrequiredtocomply with the requirementsset forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, referencechecksand 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: August 03, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

• Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer 1

Locations

Southern California

Categories

Appointment Type

• Temporary 1

Bargaining Unit

Job Search Category/Discipline

• Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts 1

Time Basis

• Part Time 1

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