Religious studies - lecturer at California State University, Fullerton Fullerton, CA

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,878 - 70,966; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton is inviting applications for a Part-Time Lecturer Pool in Religious Studies. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses with a focus on engaging diverse students.

Candidates must hold at least a Master’s degree in Religious Studies or a related field, and demonstrate their ability to effectively connect with a diverse student body. The application review process will be ongoing, with questions directed to Zakyi Ibrahim, Department Chair.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Religious Studies or a related field is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the Department of Religious Studies.
• Regularly participate in performance evaluations as per departmental policy.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with diverse students

Experience fostering collaborative environments

Education

Master’s degree in Religious Studies or related field

Job description

Religious studies - lecturer job at California State University, Fullerton. Fullerton, CA.

Religious Studies, Part‑Time Lecturer Pool

Department of Religious Studies

Part‑Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The Department of Religious Studies at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool to teach undergraduate courses.

This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

Appointments from the part‑time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must hold at least a Master’s degree in Religious Studies or a related field. Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first‑generation college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
2. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Cover letter which includes a statement of which courses you are qualified to teach
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three letters of recommendation
• Diversity statement – a statement of your unique perspective on your past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in your professional career.
• Documentation of teaching effectiveness (if available)
• Undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts (unofficial copies accepted until appointment)
• Summary of teaching evaluations (if available)

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to Zakyi Ibrahim, Department Chair, [e-mail].

APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The need for part‑time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part‑time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Regular performance evaluations of part‑time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY

All part‑time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,007 – $6,359 per month.

Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $5,925 per month.

The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three‑unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,008.40 to $7,110 per month.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE AND THE DEPARTMENT

The mission of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at California State University, Fullerton is to educate students to be culturally, globally, socially, historically and environmentally astute, civically responsible alumni able to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences' departments and programs offer students the breadth of a traditional liberal arts education while preparing them for a wide range of professions, for graduate school, and for advanced professional study in fields such as law, education, public administration, clinical psychology, and business.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is the largest college at Cal State Fullerton, offering 23 undergraduate degrees, 38 minors, and 15 graduate degrees. The 20 departments and programs employ over 450 faculty and 50 staff members serving more than 7,500 students and annually awarding over 2,000 degrees.

The Religious Studies Department describes, analyzes, and interprets the developments, worldviews, and practices of religions in an academic manner. Through research and teaching, we seek to enhance understanding of the ways religion as a global phenomenon impacts different spheres of life. We equip students with the knowledge to become active and engaged citizens working in a variety of careers.

EEO / DIVERSITY STATEMENT

California State University, Fullerton is a minority‑serving institution and an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. CSUF fosters an inclusive environment within which students, faculty, staff and administrators thrive. Individuals advancing the University's strategic diversity goals and those from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

MANDATED REPORTER

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, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent on the satisfactory completion of the new background check.

OUT‑OF‑STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

TITLE IX

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