Temporary Faculty Pool, Asian Pacific Studies

Opt For Healthy Living; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living seeks a temporary faculty member for Asian Pacific Studies at California State University, Dominguez Hills. This part-time role involves teaching lower and upper division courses and engaging with students. Applicants must have a Master's degree and prior college-level teaching experience. Commitment to diversity and ability to work with a range of backgrounds are essential. Responsibilities include holding office hours and adapting to curriculum needs. Attractive benefits and a competitive salary based on experience are provided. Applications close on May 24, 2027.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree and prior college-level teaching experience.
• Strong teaching evidence and experience in diverse settings.
• Ability to engage with students from varied backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower and upper division courses in Asian Pacific Studies.
• Hold weekly office hours based on assigned teaching load.

Skills

Teaching experience

Cultural competency

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Education

Master's degree in Asian, Asian American Studies, or related discipline

Ph.D. for upper-division teaching

Job description

Temporary Faculty Pool, Asian Pacific Studies

Apply now Job no: 557013
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Dominguez Hills
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Time Varies, On‑site (work in‑person at business location)

Department of Asian Pacific Studies

College of Arts and Humanities

Position Description

The Department of Asian Pacific Studies at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), invites highly qualified, motivated, and well‑organized applicants for a pool of part‑time teaching appointments.

At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University's mission, vision, and core values.

The Asian‑Pacific Studies Program offers an interdisciplinary major and minor in the study of Asian and Pacific Islander societies and cultures, emphasizing a transnational perspective.

The major and minor in Asian‑Pacific Studies are designed for students seeking to either complement their studies of other civilizations and cultures or to pursue graduate study, Foreign Service, international business, teaching careers, or work in health science fields and community services. It is structured to provide an understanding of the social, political, and cultural aspects of Asia and the Pacific region through courses in Asian and Pacific history, politics, art, literature, language, popular culture, and philosophy. It also provides an understanding of the transnational connections between the Asian Pacific region and Asian American and Pacific Islander communities as well as the history and contemporary issues of Asian American and Pacific Islander populations.

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid‑December; the Spring term begins mid‑January and ends in mid‑May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned lower and/or upper division courses in the department’s curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Asian, Asian American Studies, ethnic studies or related discipline and prior college‑level teaching experience and relevant industry experience.
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.
• Applicants must have experience in teaching and working with colleagues from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Asian, Asian American Studies, ethnic studies or related discipline and prior college‑level teaching experience and relevant industry experience is required for teaching upper‑division core courses (300‑ or 400‑level).

Employment Requirement

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which 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.

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 prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside of California.

Salary and Benefit Information

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 CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised December 24, 2021, as a condition of employment.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at [phone].

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

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.

Advertised: Apr 26 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: May 24 2027 Pacific Daylight Time