Lecturer, Social Health & Behavior (PH 303) - Fall 2026

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 66,960; Part time

Job summary

The California State University in San Marcos is seeking a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 303 – Social, Behavioral, and Community Health. This course will focus on current health issues from a behavioral perspective.

The ideal candidate must hold an MPH or MSPH, have experience with college-level students, and be eligible to work in California. Responsibilities include creating course materials, teaching classes, and collaborating on curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or working with college-level students.
• Eligibility to work in California.

Responsibilities

• Teach PH 303 according to academic calendar.
• Develop lecture materials and assess student learning.
• Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work cooperatively

Education

Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH)

Job description

Lecturer - PH 303: Social, Behavioral, and Community Health (Fall 2026)

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Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Health Sciences

PH 303: Social, Behavioral, and Community Health

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time:Mondays and Wednesdays, from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m.
• Modality:In Person
• College: College of Education, Health and Human Services
• Department:Public Health

The Department of Public Health atCalifornia State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 303 - Social, Behavioral, and Community Health. This course is a 3-unit course taught over the course of the semester.

Course Description

The course introduces current issues in health from a social science and behavioral perspective. It defines and explores health determinants using an ecological approach, and identifies multilevel influences, risk factors, and health prevention/promotion strategies. PH 303 provides a foundational understanding of public health concepts, tools, approaches and a critical examination of health and disease within populations.

• A Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) is required.
• Experience working with college-level students or teaching in an institution of higher learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to 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 commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,000 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 tosubmitthe 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 beendesignatedas 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 isrequiredtocomply withthe requirementsset forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, referencechecksand 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: May 27 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec 25 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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The Department of Public Health at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 303: Social, Behavioral, and Community Health. The course is a 3-unit class taught over the course of the semester which introduces current issues in health from a social science and behavioral perspective. It defines and explores health determinants using an ecological approach, and identifies multilevel influences, risk factors, and health prevention/promotion strategies. PH 303 provides a foundational understanding of public health concepts, tools, approaches and a critical examination of health and disease within populations.

The Department of Public Health at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 303: Social, Behavioral, and Community Health. The course is a 3-unit class taught over the course of the semester which introduces current issues in health from a social science and behavioral perspective. It defines and explores health determinants using an ecological approach, and identifies multilevel influences, risk factors, and health prevention/promotion strategies. PH 303 provides a foundational understanding of public health concepts, tools, approaches and a critical examination of health and disease within populations.