Lecturer - PH 333: Public Health Communication and Interventions (Fall 2026)

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 67,049; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos is seeking a part-time Lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 333 - Public Health Communication and Interventions. This course will provide foundational knowledge on public health communication strategies, emphasizing community-based partnerships and cultural influences.

The ideal candidate must possess a Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field, along with experience in higher education settings. Candidates are expected to communicate effectively and work well with colleagues.

Qualifications

• A Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH).
• Experience working with college-level students or teaching in an institution of higher learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with core faculty and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach PH 333 - Public Health Communications and Interventions.
• Provide foundational knowledge on public health communication strategies.
• Explore mass media and digital technology use in public health.

Skills

Effective communication

Cooperative teamwork

Education

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Doctoral degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

Overview

PH 333: Public Health Communication and Interventions

Position: Lecturer

Semester: Fall 2026

Day/Time: Monday and Wednesday, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Modality: In Person

College: College of Education, Health and Human Services

Department: Public Health

The Department of Public Health at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 333 - Public Health Communications and Interventions. The course is a 3-unit class taught over the course of the semester.

Course Description

This course provides foundational knowledge on public health communication, related theory, strategies, and application to planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health communication interventions. It explores the use of mass media and digital technology to influence diverse audiences and stakeholders and emphasizes strategic community-based partnerships, cultural influences on messaging, and communication models that are responsive to context and situation of the public health-specific communication needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH).
• Experience working with college-level students or teaching in an institution of higher learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with core faculty and colleagues.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Public Health or a closely related field (e.g. PhD, MD, DrPH, ScD, JD, etc.).
• 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 - $6,008 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 – $6,6677 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:

• A completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)
• Documentation of teaching effectiveness and sample course syllabi are strongly encouraged when available.

Timeline

A review of applications will begin on June 11, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Supplemental Information

CSUSM has been designated as 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 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.

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