2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Gerontology
Sacramento State’s Department of Gerontology invites applications for a pool of part-time lecturers to teach courses in an applied, interdisciplinary program focused on the human aging process and the challenges faced by older adults and their families.
About the role
Lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Assignments—including course dates, times, and modality—are determined each semester by the Department Chair in response to fluctuating enrollment, changes in tenure-track faculty assignments, and other instructional needs. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, though occasionally an academic-year appointment may be offered. Renewals depend on departmental needs, funding, and performance. Most appointments are finalized shortly before the semester begins.
Responsibilities
- Deliver instruction in assigned gerontology courses
- Prepare course materials and syllabi
- Grade student work and provide timely feedback
- Hold regular office hours
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the department
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Gerontology or a related field (required)
- Doctoral degree in Gerontology or a related field (preferred)
- Professional experience working with older adults and/or caregivers (preferred)
Pay
Lecturer salaries are determined by rank, which is based on professional experience and educational background. As of July 2024, the full-time (15 weighted teaching units) monthly salary ranges 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
Compensation is pro-rated by the number of units assigned. A semester’s pay is disbursed in six equal installments. Example: a Lecturer A teaching 3 units at the minimum rate earns $1,101.40 per check, totaling $6,608.40 for the semester.
About Sacramento State
Located in California’s capital city, Sacramento State is a Hispanic- and AANAPISI-serving institution with 31,000 students. The 300-acre campus sits along the American River, near bike trails and recreational areas. Sacramento—known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital”—is celebrated for its ethnic diversity, affordability, and quality of life.