Writing Program Coordinator / Lecturer in English

California State University, Bakersfield; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Bakersfield is seeking a Writing Program Coordinator / Lecturer in English for Fall 2027/Spring 2028. This on-site, full-time position resides in the Department of English within the College of Arts and Humanities, offering a teaching and administrative leadership role focused on composition and rhetoric.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in composition and rhetoric, mentor MA students, coordinate the writing program, and

Qualifications

• PhD in English or a closely related field with specialization in Composition & Rhetoric or Writing Studies.
• Evidence of teaching composition at graduate level and mentoring experience.
• Ability to provide administrative leadership for a writing program.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in composition and rhetoric for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Mentor MA students through research, theses, and professional development.
• Coordinate the Writing Program and collaborate on program assessment and outreach.

Skills

Teaching

Composition & Rhetoric

Mentoring MA students

Administrative leadership

Education

PhD in English or related field

Job description

• Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer 1

Locations

Southern California

• Bakersfield 1

Categories

Appointment Type

• Temporary 1

Bargaining Unit

Job Search Category/Discipline

• Faculty - Letters/Humanities 1

Time Basis

• Full Time 1

Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)

• On-site (work in-person at business location) 1

Writing Program Coordinator / Lecturer in English

Job no: 563618
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Bakersfield
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position: Writing Program Coordinator / Lecturer in English

Type: Temporary, Full-time Academic Year: 2027/2028 Available: Fall 2027/Spring 2028

Location: Department of English
College of Arts and Humanities
California State University, Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099

Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled.

University Background: CSU Bakersfield, founded in 1970, is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. CSU Bakersfield’s service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and is home to a socially and ethnically diverse population. CSU Bakersfield is the only four-year degree granting institution within a 100-mile radius. Due to this, CSU Bakersfield has a vital role in educational obtainment, economic development, and quality of life within the region. The campus serves approximately 9,400 undergraduate students and 1,350 graduate, credential, and post-baccalaureate students. CSU Bakersfield is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

College Information: The College of Majors That Matter
The arts and humanities matter—not only to our students, but to our entire community. At California State University, Bakersfield, the College of Arts and Humanities, is committed to connecting creative and intellectual exploration to everyday life.

The College of Arts and Humanities (A&H) is a dynamic academic division offering a diverse array of programs, degrees, and opportunities for students passionate about the arts and humanities. Undergraduate offerings include Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in Art & Art History, Communications, English, History, Modern Languages & Literatures, Music, Philosophy, Religious Studies, and Theatre. Graduate programs include Master of Arts (MA) degrees in English, History, and Modern Languages & Literatures. The BA in Music is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

Serving approximately 1,000 majors and supporting General Education for nearly 11,000 students across the university, A&H plays a vital role in the academic life of CSUB. Students benefit from a wide range of experiential learning opportunities, including internships, faculty-led study abroad programs, student clubs and organizations, performances and exhibitions, public lectures, research initiatives, and other hands-on learning experiences beyond the classroom.

The College is deeply committed to community engagement, maintaining strong partnerships with local schools, organizations, and community groups. Advisory committees composed of community members help ensure that programs remain relevant and impactful. A&H faculty are active scholars and creative professionals whose research, artistic work, and collaborations enrich both the campus and the broader community.

Department Information: The Department of English at California State University, Bakersfield, housed in the College of Arts & Humanities, offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and English Teaching, as well as a Master of Arts in English. The goal of the program is to develop the skills, craft, knowledge, and imagination of its students within a liberal arts context. Our aim is to help our students acquire the skills necessary to succeed in their future pursuits. The curriculum includes courses in literature, composition, creative writing, and linguistics. For more information, please visit our web site at https://www.csub.edu/english .

Position Description: The Department of Englishat California State University Bakersfield accepts applications on an ongoing basis for a Lecturer in English, with a specialization in Composition & Rhetoric, who will also serve as the department’s Writing Program Coordinator.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate knowledge and experience in teaching composition, commitment to mentoring and guiding master’s students through both academic and research endeavors, and the ability to provide administrative leadership for a vibrant writing program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in English or a closely related field, with a specialization in Composition & Rhetoric or Writing Studies, from an accredited university.
  • Applicants nearing completion of a doctoral degree may be considered; however, employment is contingent upon submission of evidence of degree completion by August 1, 2027.
• Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level sufficient for graduate-level instruction.
• Training and successful experiences in teaching writing at all levels from basic to advanced.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching undergraduates from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds, including first-generation students.

Rank and Salary: Lecturer. Anticipated salary range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Full-time equivalent salary ranges are as follows:

• Lecturer A: $5,507 – $6,677 per month [Anticipated starting salary: $5,507 - $6,092 monthly]
• Lecturer B: $6,221 – $13,224 per month [Anticipated starting salary: $6,221 - $9,722 monthly]
• Lecturer C: $6,825 – $14,523 per month [Anticipated starting salary: $6,825 - $10,674 monthly]
• Lecturer D: $8,593 – $15,211 per month [Anticipated starting salary: $8,593 - $11,902 monthly]
• Cover letter describing interest in position, qualifications, and recent experience
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned
• Three current professional references with names and contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicants.

Background Check: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional 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 commit sexual harassment within the last seven 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 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.

Authorization to Work: Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Sponsorship: CSUB is not a sponsoring agency for Lecturer positions and is not an E-Verify employer.

Out of State Employment: Per CSU-wide policy, 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. Unit 3 assignments include in-person duties that require an on-campus presence.

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 as a condition of employment. The person will also have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct or