Lecturer - SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences (Fall 2026)

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

Job summary

The California State University in San Marcos is seeking a part-time Lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in a related field and prefer prior teaching experience.

This position requires a commitment to diversity and includes responsibilities such as preparing course materials and engaging with students effectively.

The anticipated salary ranges from $5,507 to $8,000 per full-time month based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field is required.
• Higher education experience teaching Sociology and/or Criminology & Justice Studies preferred.
• Preference for candidates demonstrating intercultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Teach SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and assessments.
• Engage students in learning and provide feedback on their progress.

Skills

Intercultural competence

Experience teaching Sociology

Experience teaching Criminology

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant field

Job description

Lecturer - SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences (Fall 2026)

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Job no: 559227

Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: San Marcos

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: TBD
• Modality: In-Person
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies

The Department of Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences. Please visit our department website to find out more about our curricular mission. Salary is commensurate with credential and experience.

Course Description

Presentation and description of data, contingency table construction and interpretation, introduction to multivariate analysis, correlation and hypothesis testing

• A master's degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field
• 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 doctorate or terminal degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field
• Higher education experience teaching Sociology and/or Criminology & Justice Studies
• 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 July 2, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

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: Jun 18 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Dec 18 2026 Pacific Standard Time