Lecturer - SOC 320: Sociological Theory (Fall 2026)

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 147,579; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos invites applications for a Lecturer position in SOC 320: Sociological Theory for Fall 2026. This is an instructional faculty – temporary/lecturer appointment based in San Marcos.

The course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m., in-person, in the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences. A master's degree is required, with preference for doctoral level and prior teaching in sociology/criminology.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the area of instruction or closely related field.
• Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach SOC 320: Sociological Theory for Fall 2026.
• Deliver course content in-person according to the schedule.

Education

Master's degree in the area of instruction or closely related field

Doctorate or terminal degree in the area of instruction or closely related field

Job description

Lecturer - SOC 320: Sociological Theory (Fall 2026)

Job no: 559810
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m.
• Modality: In-Person
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies

Course Description

Exploration of the nature of theory in sociology, and an analysis of selected social theorists.

Required Qualifications

• 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

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 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.

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 24, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Employment Policies

• 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.
• 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.

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.

Advertised

Jul 09 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close

Dec 18 2026 Pacific Standard Time