PSCI 321: Making Public Policy

• Position: Lecturer - Academic Year
• Semester:Spring 2026
• Day/Time:One (1) Section:Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m.
• Modality:In-person
• College: College of Humanities Arts Behavior and Social Sciences
• Department: PoliticalScience and Global Affairs

Minimum qualifications:

• A masters degree in political science
• Per the California State Universitys Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications:

• A doctorate in Political Scienceor related field
• Experience teaching in higher education in area of instruction
• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated commitment to diversity inclusivity and/or intercultural competence with diverse groups in relation to teaching.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5507 - $8500 per full-time month

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

• CSU Classification Salary RangeLecturer A - AY: $5507 - $6677 per full-time month
• CSU Classification Salary RangeLecturer B - AY: $6221 - $13224 per full-time month

Application:

To apply please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

Timeline: A review of applications will begin November 7 2025; however the position will remain open until filled.

The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

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Per the California State Universitys Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

This position is subject to employment verification education verification reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including a criminal records check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

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