Question 1

What are the minimum qualifications for this lecturer position?

Accepted Answer

To qualify, candidates need a master's degree and demonstrated ability working with students transitioning from high school to college. California residency is mandatory per CSU policy. Preferred: advanced degree in education or related field, college teaching experience. Learn more about writing an academic CV .

Question 2

What courses will lecturers teach in First-Year & University Programs?

Accepted Answer

Responsibilities include 3-unit first-year seminars , 1- and 3-unit academic resiliency/success courses , and 1-unit second-year seminars. Focus on student transition to college demands and psycho-social development for career success. Day/time and modality vary. See lecturer job opportunities .

Question 3

How is the application process for this lecturer pool?

Accepted Answer

Submit faculty application , CV, letter of interest, and 3 references. Applications reviewed ongoing for AY 2025/26; pool closes May 31, 2026. Reapply next year if interested. Explore tips to become a lecturer .

Question 4

What is the salary and employment terms?

Accepted Answer

Anticipated hiring range $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month (Lecturer A). Part-time, short-term (one day to semester), as-needed basis. Check professor salaries for context.

Question 5

Is visa sponsorship available, and who is preferred?

Accepted Answer

No visa sponsorship ; must work in California. Preference for experience with first-generation students , intercultural competence, commitment to diverse communities. CSUSM is a Hispanic Serving Institution. View faculty jobs .

Lecturer Pool - First-Year & University Programs AY 2025/26

California State University, San Marcos

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

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Part-Time Lecturer Cooperative Education

Part Time Pool - Counselor (Calworks)

Research Professor - STARR PI

Head Men's Basketball Coach and Intercollegiate Athletics Instructor (Part-Time Faculty - SC)

Head Cross Country and Track Coach (Adjunct Faculty)

SAS EOF 2026 Summer Institute Faculty Instructor

Assistant Soccer Coach/Game Operations Assistant

SAS EOF 2026 Summer Institute Writing Coordinator

Assistant Teaching Professor

Academic Fellow

Associate Librarian - Research Impact

Assistant Athletic Coach I Women’s Basketball

Part Time Faculty, First-Year Program

Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term

PT Men and Women's Tennis Coach

PT Men's Track and Field Coach

Women's Basketball Head Coach

Assistant or Associate Rank Co-op Faculty Coordinator

Head Women's Soccer Coach

Head Women's Basketball Coach