Question 1

What are the minimum qualifications for this lecturer position?

Accepted Answer

To qualify, candidates must hold ABD in Communication/Media Studies or a closely related field, demonstrate effectiveness in in-person classroom instruction , and have experience with Learning Management Systems like Canvas, Moodle, or Blackboard. Employment requires working in California . See academic CV tips for preparation.

Question 2

What preferred qualifications are prioritized?

Accepted Answer

Preferred candidates have a doctorate in Communication/Media Studies , pertinent expertise for department courses, at least 1 year of higher education teaching experience as teacher of record, and demonstrated intercultural competence for diverse students. Review courses at CSUSM Communication .

Question 3

How does the application process work for this pool?

Accepted Answer

Submit a completed faculty application , Curriculum Vitae , contact info for three references, and a letter of interest . Applications reviewed ongoing for AY 2025/26; pool closes May 31, 2026. Reapply next year for future pools. Learn more on higher ed teaching .

Question 4

What is the salary range and employment details?

Accepted Answer

Anticipated hiring range is $5,507 - $8,500 per full-time month , commensurate with degree and experience (Lecturer A: $5,507-$6,677; B: $6,221-$13,224). Part-time, short-term appointments from one day to a semester, as-needed basis. Check lecturer salary insights .

Question 5

Is this position open to out-of-state applicants?

Accepted Answer

No, per CSU policy, employees must perform work in California . No out-of-state hiring. Priority for those committed to diverse student populations at this Hispanic Serving Institution . Explore similar lecturer opportunities .

Lecturer Pool - Communication & Media Studies AY 2025/26

California State University, San Marcos

333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92096, USA

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2026-2027 Professional-Track Faculty Pool Department of Communication Studies

Instructor, Communication - Tenure Track - Fall 2026

Part Time Lecturer, Communication Studies

Instructor/Assistant Professor Communication Studies – Ammerman Campus

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Communication Studies – Michael J. Grant Campus

Communication Studies Instructor - Adjunct

Part-time Faculty, Media & Popular Culture

Visiting Instructor of Communication and Media Studies (Open Rank)

Adjunct Faculty, Communication Generalist

Assistant Professor (Special Title) of Library and Information Science

Adjunct Faculty - Communication

Adjunct Faculty, Department of Communication, Media and Journalism

Adjunct - Communication

Lecturer Communication Arts

Temporary Part-time Lecturer in Business Communications

Adjunct Lecturer - Communication Studies

Temporary Faculty Communication Arts

Lecturer Communication Studies

Assistant Professor of Communication

Part Time Faculty, Communication Studies