Part-Time Lecturer — Physics & Astronomy

California State University, Sacramento

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 5,947 - 7,268

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Sacramento seeks a part-time Lecturer in Physics and Astronomy to teach courses and labs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a related field and ideally experience in post-secondary teaching. Duties include instruction, class preparation, and grading. The position offers flexible engagement based on departmental needs. Interested individuals should apply with a cover letter and supporting documents. Sacramento State prides itself on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

Minimum of a Master's degree in Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field.
Experience teaching Physics and/or Astronomy in a post‑secondary setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Instruction in algebra‑based and calculus‑based Physics courses and associated labs.
Class preparation, grading, and office hours.
Other duties assigned based on departmental needs.

Skills

Teaching Physics

Teaching Astronomy

Education

Masters degree in Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, or closely related field

Job description

2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Physics and Astronomy

Apply now Job no: 555476
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Natural Sciences

DEPARTMENT:Physics and Astronomy

POSITION TITLE:Lecturer Pool – Physics and Astronomy

POSITION DETAILS:The Department of Physics and Astronomy has been preparing students for graduate school, teaching careers and industrial employment for over 65 years. We are seeking qualified part-time lecturer faculty to primarily teach introductory algebra-based and calculus-based Physics courses and the associated labs, as well as introductory General Education courses in Physics and Astronomy.

Duties of a part-time lecturer include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Part-time lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Hires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework offered by an academic department based on changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure-track faculty assignments, and other factors that cannot be addressed with our existing faculty. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but occasionally academic year initial appointments are made. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance. Often appointments are made just prior to the start of the semester.

Rank and Salary

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department.

Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

The salary ranges indicated are based on a "full‐time rate" (15 weighted teaching units [WTUs]). A semester's worth of compensation is made up of six (6) payments of the given amount. To calculate your salary for a semester, the base rate would be pro‐rated based on the units worked out of 15 WTUs. If you were a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary, your pay would be structured as follows: $5,507 x 3/15 (3 units out of a possible 15 units total) = $1101.40 x 6 checks = $6,608.40 total for 3 units/semester.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of Masters degree in Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience teaching Physics and/or Astronomy in a post-secondary setting.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

New applicants are requiredto submit:

1. Cover letter: please indicate which courses you are prepared to teach.

3. Unofficial transcripts of highest degree

4. List of references with contact information

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu .

Under the Clery Act, this positionmaybe designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Effective May 2023.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for the H1-B Visa.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Advertised: March 12, 2026 (12:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled