2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Allied Health Sciences

About the Department

The Department of Allied Health Sciences houses two degree programs: the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science and the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Therapeutic Health and Recreation.

The BS in Health Science prepares students for a variety of roles within the allied health professions. The curriculum integrates coursework from disciplines across the University to provide students with a broad foundation of knowledge and skills related to life sciences, social sciences, communications, health ecology, public service, ethical practice, and data analysis.

The BS in Therapeutic Health and Recreation is designed to provide critical skills in assessment, documentation, leadership, and evidence-based practices that promote the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of individuals. This program prepares students for careers in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, community organizations, corrections, and schools.

Responsibilities

• Instruction, class preparation, and grading
• Holding office hours
• Other duties as assigned based on departmental needs

Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean. Part-time lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Hires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework due to changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure-track faculty assignments, and other factors.

Appointment Details

Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but occasionally academic year initial appointments are made. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance. Often appointments are made just prior to the start of the semester.

Pay

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

• Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211

The salary ranges indicated are based on a "full-time rate" (15 weighted teaching units [WTUs]). A semester's worth of compensation is made up of six payments of the given amount. Salary is pro-rated based on the units worked out of 15 WTUs. For example, if you were a Lecturer A assigned 3 units at the minimum salary, your pay would be structured as follows: $5,507 × (3/15) = $1,101.40 per payment × 6 checks = $6,608.40 total for 3 units/semester.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Health Science, Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Public Health, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate or equivalent in Health Science, Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Public Health, or related field
• At least one year of college teaching experience
• Professional experience working in Healthcare, Public Health, Health Education, or a related Allied Health Profession
• Knowledge or teaching experience in any of the following subject areas:
  • General knowledge of health-related career paths
  • Reading and writing research
  • Social and natural influences that impact health
  • Behavioral factors that influence health
  • Relationship between personality and health
  • Health communication
  • Happiness and health
  • Healthcare leadership
  • Health and wellness
  • Alternative health practices
  • Therapeutic health interventions
  • Aging and longevity
  • Recreation therapy
  • Science of disability
  • Health informatics
  • Artificial Intelligence in healthcare
  • The development of health problems
  • The role of emotions in immune function
  • Physiological foundations of health psychology

About the University

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from the State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half a million.

Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed.”