2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Interdisciplinary Studies

About the role

The Interdisciplinary Studies program draws from perspectives and methodologies from various academic disciplines. Courses engage students in learning opportunities through seminars and faculty-supervised independent learning activities. The program is the administrative home of the Military Studies Minor, the Peace Corps Preparation Certificate, and experiential learning courses associated with the Peer Health Educator Internship Program.

Responsibilities

• Instruction
• Class preparation
• Grading
• Office hours
• Other duties as assigned based on departmental needs

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with minimum of five (5) years related professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students and colleagues and create inclusive learning environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic preparation and experience related to the area of teaching
• Evidence of effective teaching
• Strength of interpersonal communication skills

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with minimum of five (5) years related professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students and colleagues and create inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Not specified

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from 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 of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. 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 for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.”

Applicant Instructions

New applicants are required to submit: Cover letter indicating specific course preferences, Current Curriculum Vita (CV)/Resume, Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position, List of three professional references with contact information, Complete the Statement of Professional Preparation and Experience form. Please click the link below to download the form. Statement of Professional Preparation and Experience form.

Please review the course catalog ( https://catalog.csus.edu/courses-a-z/ ) for a description of courses in the department.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Background Check

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Covid-19 Vaccine Certification

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S..

Out of State Employment

CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.