Lecturer Pool - Psychology and Child and Adolescent Development AY 2026/27

Position Overview: Lecturer – Academic Year for the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Department of Psychology. Part‐time appointments may last from one day to a full semester, filled on an as‐needed basis throughout the academic year. Salary commensurate with credential and experience.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Psychology or a relevant field. Successful experience teaching at the college level. Must be able to work in the State of California; employment outside California prohibited.

Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate in Psychology or a relevant field. Higher education experience teaching a specific class. Research experience relevant to course content. Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to the campus community.

Salary: Lecturer – Academic Year salary ranges: Lecturer A – AY: $5,507–$6,677 per full‐time month; Lecturer B – AY: $6,221–$13,224 per full‐time month. Anticipated hiring range generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application Requirements: Completed faculty application. Curriculum Vitae. Contact information for three current references. Letter of interest.

Timeline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout the 2026/27 academic year. The pool will close effective May 31. To be considered for the next academic year, new applications must be submitted by June 15.Equal Opportunity Employer California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other protected categories.

Additional Requirements: The position requires compliance with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (mandated reporter) and CSU Executive Order 1083. Candidates must pass employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check. Background check findings may affect appointment.