2026-27 Lecturer Pool College of ECC TECH Courses

About the role

The College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management (ECC) is seeking to hire a pool of lecturers for the 2026-27 academic year. Positions are available as needed and are temporary, often filled just prior to the start of the academic term.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications and the needs of the department.
• Carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching.

Requirements

• Minimum education requirement: M.S. or M.A. or B.S. or B.A. and three years of work experience in science, technology, or related field.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience teaching science technology to diverse student groups, industrial experience in product design and development, and unique specializations.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching science technology to students from various and diverse backgrounds is desired.
• Professional licenses, credentials, and unique specializations are preferred.

Benefits

This position may qualify for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance).

Priorities

Priority review date: 06/23/2026; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Contact Information

To apply, applicants must provide a current cover letter, CV, list of courses they are qualified to teach, unofficial transcripts for their highest earned degree, and contact information for three professional references. Applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered. For information about specific courses offered, please refer to the University Catalog. Job-related questions should be directed to David Alexander, Associate Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management at dgalexander@csuchico.edu.

Additional Information

• Out of State Employment: All work must be performed within the State of California.
• Background Check and Disclosures: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before an offer of employment is extended.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
• Retired Annuitants: Retired annuitants may accept work if the appointment meets CalPERS eligibility criteria to avoid reinstatement from retirement or interruption of benefits.
• Mandated Reporter: The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
• EEO Statement: Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.

Clery Act

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Chico State

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century. The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus. We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today.