Lecturer Pool - Physics AY 2026/27

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos invites applications on an ongoing basis for our pool of part-time lecturers in Physics. Lecturers serve an undergraduate population and may be employed for one day to a whole semester. Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field.

Working in California is a condition of employment per CSU policy. Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis for the 2026/27 academic year, with pool closing dates

Qualifications

• MS in the area of instruction or closely related field.
• CSU policy restricts CSU-related work outside California.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate physics courses and laboratories.
• Engage undergraduate students through research-informed pedagogy.
• Contribute to department activities and service as needed.

Skills

Intercultural competence

Undergraduate teaching

Pedagogical practices

Education

Master's degree in area of instruction

Terminal degree (preferred)

Job description

Physics Pool

• Position: Lecturer
• Academic Year: 2026/2027
• College: College of Science, Technology, Engineering,and Mathematics
• Department: Physics

The Department of Physics, at California State University SanMarcos accepts applications on an on-going basis for our pool ofpart-time lecturers. Our lecturers serve an undergraduatepopulation that is diverse in cultural background, ethnicity,academic preparation, and age.

Applicant pools are used to fill short-term temporary Lecturerpositions across our campus with the possibility of rehiring. Appointments may last from one day to a whole semester. Thisapplicant pool may be used to fill vacant positions on an as-neededbasis throughout the academic year. Applications in this pool adwill only be good for the current academic year. This pool will beclosed effective May 31st. If you wish to be considered for thenext academic year, you will need to apply to the new pool as itbecomes available by June 15th.

Minimum qualifications:

• A master's degree in the area of instruction or a closelyrelated field
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to performCSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

Preferred qualifications:

• A terminal degree in the area of instruction or a closelyrelated field
• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstratedcommitment to actively engaging undergraduates in the classroom orlaboratory through research-informed pedagogical practices.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrateintercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campuscommunity as it relates to teaching and, as applicable,service.

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 YearClassification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507– $6,6677 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 andexperience.

Application:

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

Timeline:

Applications are accepted and reviewed as needed, on an on-going basis throughout the 2026/27 Academic Year.

Applications in this pool ad will only be good for the current academic year. This pool will be closed effective May 31st. If you wish to be considered for the next academic year, you will need to apply to the new pool as it becomes available by June 15th.

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 HigherEducation. 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.

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: June 04, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: May 31, 2027 (11:55 PM) Pacific Daylight Time