2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing

About the role

The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing in College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Successful candidates will be able to teach a range of courses in mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, or advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility of part time lecturers is teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Position duties may also include supervision of laboratories, student advising, capstone project advising, and program outreach.
• 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 a bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Candidates must have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, proficiency in spoken and written English, and expertise in at least one of the three department disciplines.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience is preferred.
• Advanced or terminal degrees in related disciplines are preferred.
• Industrial experience in mechanical or mechatronic engineering or advanced manufacturing is preferred.
• Professional credentials such as a professional engineer’s license and/or manufacturing specific certifications such as CMfgE or CMfgT are considered.

Skills

• Competence in teaching a range of courses in mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, or advanced manufacturing.
• Collaborative with colleagues and staff.
• Committed to student success.

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).

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

Schedule

• Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank.

Contact Information

For information about specific courses offered, please refer to the University Catalog. Position-related questions should be directed to Nathan Anderson, Search Committee Chair at 400 W. First St., Chico, CA 95929–0789, 530-898-4388, nlanderson@csuchico.edu.