Nursing Lecturer – Part-Time Pool for Fall/Spring Semesters

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; Full time

Job description

FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

Part-Time Lecturer Pool Position

POSITION AVAILABLE

One or more temporary, part-time lecturers for a pool from which instructors will be considered for appointments as they become available for Fall Semester 2026 and/or Spring Semester 2027.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Nursing, housed within the College of Health, includes 11 full-time tenure-track faculty and approximately 40 part-time lecturers who teach across classroom, lab, and clinical settings. The department is fully accredited and offers both Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degrees, serving over 400 students across pre‑licensure BSN, post‑licensure RN‑to‑BSN, and MSN programs. We are recognized for preparing highly skilled, health equity‑focused nursing professionals who are deeply committed to social justice. Faculty benefit from a collaborative and supportive environment, as well as strong, longstanding partnerships with a diverse network of healthcare employers across the region.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION

Part‑time lecturers are essential members of our teaching team, contributing to student learning in clinical, lab, simulation, and classroom settings (in‑person and online). They play a key role in delivering a dynamic, practice‑focused curriculum that integrates health technology, simulation, and innovation in patient care. BSN coursework spans a broad range of areas, including Medical‑Surgical Nursing, Pediatrics, Perinatal, Gerontologic, Mental Health, and Public Health/Community Health Nursing, as well as Health Assessment, Evidence‑Based Practice, Leadership, and Care Coordination.

Teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay may include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and/or online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.

RANK AND SALARY

Lecturer. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Position appointment is subject to budgetary authorization.

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• Lecturer AY (Range 2) - $5,507.00 – $6,677.00
• Lecturer AY (Range 3) - $6,221.00 – $13,224.00
• Lecturer AY (Range 4) - $6,825.00 – $14,523.00
• Lecturer AY (Range 5) - $8,593.00 – $15,211.00

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT

Fall Semester Start & End dates: 08/17/26 – 12/18/26

Spring Semester Start & End dates: 01/19/27 – 05/21/27

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, which includes coursework in nursing or coursework relevant to healthcare and/or health profession education. Applicants with Bachelor's degrees and appropriate nursing experience are considered. Current, unrestricted California RN license, or other relevant healthcare license, and one year of clinical experience providing direct patient care within the last five years. Teaching experience at university level is preferred for all positions.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Positions open until filled. Applications are considered on a continuous basis.

CONDITION(S) OF EMPLOYMENT

California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed and cleared prior to the start of employment. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.

Satisfactory completion of a background check that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position.

All background checks are conducted through the university’s third‑party vendor, Accurate.

EEO STATEMENT

CSUEB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or disability. All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal State, East Bay provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.