2026-27 Lecturer Pool Communication Studies Program

About the role

The Communication Studies Program in the Department of Communication Arts and Sciences is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Appointments from the lecturer pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

Requirements

The minimum education requirement for a lecturer appointment is Master of Arts in Communication Studies or related discipline.

Candidates current in the field, teaching experience, especially in courses closely related to potential assignments, and experience working with diverse populations are preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

To be considered for specific courses, applicants must provide a current CVA complete checklist of courses they believe they are qualified to teach and for which they wish to be considered using the Comm Studies Course Offerings PDF. Qualifications for each course on the checklist should be provided using the CMST Course Qualifications template.

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).

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 any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU.
• 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.