Lecturer - PH 407: Research Methods in Public Health (Fall 2026)

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 65,129 - 69,638; Part time

Job summary

The California State University is hiring a part-time Lecturer for PH 407: Research Methods in Public Health for Fall 2026 at its San Marcos campus. The role involves teaching a 3-unit course, focusing on research methodologies and ethical practices in public health.

Applicants must hold an MPH and have experience teaching college students. A competitive salary range of $5,836 – $6,240 per month is offered, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• An earned Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) is required.
• The candidate should have relevant experience working with college-level students or teaching in higher education.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with colleagues is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach PH 407 – Research Methods in Public Health.
• Examine fundamental research principles and methodologies.
• Emphasize evaluation of published public health research.

Skills

Effective communication

Cooperative teamwork

Experience with college-level students

Education

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Doctoral degree in Public Health

Job description

Lecturer - PH 407: Research Methods in Public Health (Fall 2026)

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• Job no: 557636
• Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
• Location: San Marcos
• Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Health Sciences
• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Monday and Wednesday, 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 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 407 – Research Methods in Public Health. The course is a 3‑unit class taught over the course of the semester.

Course Description

Examines fundamental principles and methodologies used in conducting research within the field of public health. It explores various research designs, data collection methods, analysis techniques, and ethical considerations essential for investigating and addressing public health issues, and it emphasizes evaluation of published public health research.

Qualifications & Experience

• An earned Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) is required.
• The candidate should have relevant 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 on an ethnically and culturally diverse campus is required.
• 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 (PhD, MD, DrPH, ScD, JD, etc.) and demonstrated commitment to diversity and ability to communicate with culturally diverse groups of students is highly desired.
• 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: $5,836 – $6,240 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:

• 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 4, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Legal Requirements

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.

Applicants will be required to disclose any final administrative or 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.

Application Deadline: Dec 18 2026 (Pacific Standard Time)

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May 21 2026 (Pacific Daylight Time)