2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Biological Sciences

California State University, Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students. We are committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who embrace our values of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, and who have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.

About the role

The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Natural Sciences is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Areas of need include cellular and molecular biology; ecology, evolution, and organismal biology; and microbiology. Appointments from the lecturer pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Responsibilities

• Teaching lower and upper level undergraduate courses in the Department of Biological Sciences.
• Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

Qualifications

• For lower division laboratories, activities, and discussions: a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or recognized equivalent in Biology or a related field. The individual must demonstrate currency through professional activity appropriate to the instructional assignment.
• For all other courses: a Master’s degree or Doctorate or recognized equivalent in Biology or a related field. The individual must demonstrate currency through professional activity appropriate to the instructional assignment.

Pay

• Lecturer A/2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
• Lecturer B/3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
• Lecturer C/4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
• Lecturer D/5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $8,593 – $15,211 per month

Anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank.

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). For more information and eligibility criteria, visit CSU Chico Benefits.

About the department

The Department of Biological Sciences offers three undergraduate degrees: BA in Biology, BS in Biology with options in Plant Biology, Ecology Evolutionary and Organismal Biology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, and a BS in Microbiology with options in General Microbiology and Clinical Laboratory Science. The department also offers an MS in Biology and a number of service courses to related majors and general education.

About Chico State

Graduate and undergraduate programs at Chico State 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.

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 originally occupied by the Mechoopda people and recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land.