2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Management/Marketing (Business Law)
California State University, Bakersfield invites applications for the 2026-27 Lecturer Pool in the Department of Management and Marketing (Business Law). Positions are temporary, part-time, and available for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis throughout the academic year.
About the University
Founded in 1970, CSU Bakersfield is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. The university’s service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and supports a socially and ethnically diverse population. As the only four-year degree-granting institution within a 100-mile radius, CSU Bakersfield plays a vital role in educational attainment, economic development, and quality of life in the region. The campus serves approximately 9,400 undergraduate and 1,350 graduate students and is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Recent accolades include:
- #18 in Top Public Schools in the West (U.S. News & World Report, 2026)
- #21 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (U.S. News & World Report, 2026)
- 4.5 out of 5 stars and named one of America's Best Colleges (Money, 2026)
- #8 in Master's Universities and #17 in Best Bang for the Buck: West (Washington Monthly, 2025)
- #4 in California Mobility Index (College Futures Foundation, 2025)
- #23 in Social Mobility Index (CollegeNET, 2025)
- #9 in Economic Mobility Index (Third Way, 2024)
- Top 50 Most Affordable Colleges and Universities in the U.S. (University HQ, 2025)
About the College
The College of Business and Public Administration (BPA) is accredited by AACSB and NASPAA (for the MPA) and houses four departments. Undergraduate degrees offered include:
- BS in Business Administration
- BS in Agricultural Business
- BS in Economics
- BS in Environmental Resource Management
- BA in Public Administration
BPA supports students from diverse backgrounds to achieve their personal and professional goals, preparing them to be ethical and transformative leaders in the community. The college aims to lead the region in innovative, inclusive, and value-added education. For more information, visit the BPA webpage.
About the Role
The Department of Management and Marketing at California State University, Bakersfield accepts applications on an ongoing basis for a pool of part-time lecturers. This pool is used to fill short-term, temporary lecturer positions, with appointments ranging from one day to a full semester. Positions may become available throughout the academic year as needed. Applications for this pool are valid only for the 2026-27 academic year and will close on May 31st. Applicants wishing to be considered for the following academic year must reapply.
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications:
- MBA or related graduate degree in the relevant field, or
- Bachelor’s degree and significant professional experience in the relevant field.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA or related graduate degree in the relevant field
- 3+ years of work experience
- Prior teaching experience, particularly with a diverse, undergraduate student body
Pay
Salary is dependent on educational preparation and experience. The salary schedule for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is as follows:
- Lecturer AY (Range 2): $5,507 - $6,677
- Lecturer AY (Range 3): $6,221 - $13,224
- Lecturer AY (Range 4): $6,825 - $14,523
- Lecturer AY (Range 5): $8,593 - $15,211
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Salary will be pro-rated for part-time assignments.