Job Description
Lecturer AY - Chemistry
Program: Chemistry Program
Rank: Lecturer Faculty
Title: Lecturer AY - Chemistry
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 Chemistry Department at CSU Channel Islands offers undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry. It provides support courses for other degrees, as well as for general education.
About the Position:
Faculty will teach one or more sections of a general and/or organic chemistry lecture and/or laboratory course including development of a syllabus and course materials. As a department, our faculty are expected to work with each other to provide a consistent and high-quality experience for our students.
Minimum Degree Requirements:
The preferred candidate will have a M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related discipline.
Required Qualifications:
- Required qualifications include a commitment to student success and a student-centered education;
- A minimum of one year teaching or teaching assistant experience in general and/or organic chemistry labs;
- A commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
- Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A record of effective teaching with a variety of appropriate methodologies;
- Experience in the use of innovative instructional strategies;
- Experience in curriculum and laboratory development in general and/or organic chemistry;
- Experience with, and commitment to, working in a multiethnic, multilingual, and multicultural environment;
- The ability to collaborate with other instructors.
Responsibilities:
- Develop syllabi for assigned courses, adhering to CI syllabus policy
- Develop materials, teach, and assess student learning in the assigned courses
- Hold regular office hours for students in the course
Application Deadline:
Screening of applications will begin August 21, 2025. Priority will be given to applicants who meet the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials:
- Cover letter outlining interest in the position and relevant experience;
- Current CV
- 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:
CSUCI Careers
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 (employee-benefits-summary.pdf).