Job Description
Business Analytics Lecturer - Business
Program: Business Analytics
Rank: Lecturer Faculty
Title: Business Analytics Lecturer
About the University:
California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among "Regional Universities West" by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th "Most Transformative College" by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.
Located in Ventura County, CSUCI serves a diverse community of over 4,880 undergraduate and graduate students. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, the university ensures personalized learning and meaningful connections between students and educators. Offering 26 bachelor's degree programs, CSUCI provides a wide range of academic opportunities designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and global leadership.
CSUCI is dedicated to supporting its students both academically and financially. In fact, 81% of students receive financial aid, and nearly 59% are first-generation college students. Additionally, 52% of students are Pell Grant eligible, reflecting the university's commitment to providing access to higher education. As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), CSUCI embraces a vibrant cultural community, with 61% of its undergraduate students identifying as Latinx, alongside other racial and ethnic groups that enrich the campus experience. CSUCI's efforts to advance Latinx student success have earned it the prestigious "Seal of Excelencia" from Excelencia in Education.
With a focus on critical inquiry, innovative learning, and social justice, CSUCI is also taking proactive steps to diversify its faculty and confront systemic challenges to equity. This dedication creates an environment where every voice is valued, and students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Whether through its strong academic offerings, supportive community, or transformative opportunities, CSUCI provides a unique and rewarding experience for students ready to shape their future and make a lasting impact on the world.
CSUCI Mission Statement:
Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives.
CSUCI's Commitment to You:
CSUCI is committed to helping newly hired faculty develop a sense of belonging in a collaborative and supportive community dedicated to providing resources and opportunities for establishing and sustaining a research agenda and engaging in continuous improvement in equitable teaching and learning.
About the Program:
The Martin V. Smith School of Business & Economics at CSU Channel Islands seeks to cultivate a learning environment that fosters excellence in business and economics education to prepare students to effectively engage with the ever-changing dynamics of organizational landscapes. The Martin V. Smith School of Business & Economics is currently pursuing AACSB accreditation; as such, it follows a teacher/scholar model in accordance with AACSB standards. All instructional faculty are expected to meet and maintain AACSB standards of faculty qualification throughout their service at the University. Faculty appointments require that professional or scholarly currency be sustained through continued intellectual contributions or professional engagement activities.
About the Position:
The Martin V. Smith School of Business & Economics at CSU Channel Islands is seeking applications for adjunct faculty to teach graduate-level courses in the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program beginning Spring 2026.
Appointments are temporary lecturer roles, assigned based on program and cohort needs. Courses may be offered in person, hybrid, or online, and faculty are expected to engage with students in ways that support a collaborative, applied-learning environment consistent with AACSB standards and the mission of CSUCI.
Minimum Degree Requirements:
- Master's degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Significant, current (5+ years) professional experience in applied analytics, business intelligence, or related areas.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in graduate-level teaching experience or equivalent training/mentoring.
- Evidence of ongoing professional engagement or development in the field.
- Commitment to inclusive and mission-aligned teaching practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Significant, current (5+ years) professional experience in applied analytics, business intelligence, or related areas.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in graduate-level teaching experience or equivalent training/mentoring.
- Evidence of ongoing professional engagement or development in the field.
- Commitment to inclusive and mission-aligned teaching practices.
- Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or closely related disciplines
- Demonstrated ability to produce peer-reviewed research or intellectual contributions related to teaching assignment.
- Graduate-level teaching and curriculum development experience.
- Familiarity with generative AI tools in applied analytics.
- Experience mentoring or advising graduate students.
Responsibilities:
- Develop syllabus and deliver instruction in areas including Business Analytics Fundamentals, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Business Data and Big Intelligence, Business Statistics for Data Analytics, and Generative AI, aligned with CSUCI's MSBA curriculum.
- Evaluate student work and provide meaningful feedback; manage course content and assessments.
- Hold regular virtual or in-person office hours.
- Collaborate with MSBA program leadership to maintain curriculum quality and cohesion.
Application Deadline:
Screening of applications will begin 10/1/2025. Priority will be given to applicants who submit applications prior to the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials:
- CV or resume
- Cover Letter
- A statement describing your experience mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional growth.
In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates.
Submit all required materials to the CSUCI Careers application web address below:
http://jobs.csuci.edu
Compensation:
California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules can be found at
Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.
The University offers robust employee benefits. Please see the following link for more information (https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf).