2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool- Political Science
About the role
The Political Science Department in the College of Natural & Social Sciences at Cal State LA, is seeking applications for a pool of part-time faculty lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-2027 academic year. Positions will be filled as needed for each academic semester.
Responsibilities
- Instruction
- Class preparation
- Grading
- Office hours
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Appropriate degree from an accredited university (minimum of a master's degree in Political Science)
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching at a college level
- Ability to relate well to others within the academic environment
- Commitment to student-centered learning and teaching
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience and commitment to working with diverse populations
- Experience and training in relevant work areas
Skills
Not specified
Benefits
Not specified
Pay
Initial Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for the faculty lecturer: Academic Year-month Classification is available based on the following ranges:
- Lecturer A/2 Full-time equivalent Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677
- Lecturer B/3 Full-time equivalent Salary Range: $6,221 - $13,224
- Lecturer C/4 Full-time equivalent Salary Range: $6,825 - $14,523
- Lecturer D/5 Full-time equivalent Salary Range: $8,593 - $15,211
Schedule
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 so some faculty lecturers may need to be available on very short notice.
Application
To apply: please click the Apply Now icon on this page or visit Faculty Lecturer Positions or https://careers.calstatela.edu/. Please address all questions to the department Program Coordinator, Taylor Dark, at: tdark@exchange.calstatela.edu.
Equal Opportunity
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Los Angeles provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.