Lecturer - CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab (Fall 2026)

About the Position

California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach CHEM 202L: Organic Chemistry Lab.

Course Description

Second course of a sequence designed to introduce the student majoring in science to the properties of organic compounds. The entire sequence covers bonding structure, stereochemistry, nomenclature, chemical and physical properties of each functional group, acid/base phenomena, reaction mechanisms and kinetics, organic synthesis, and an introduction to spectroscopic structure determination.

Schedule

Semester: Fall 2026. Day/Time: Tuesdays, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Modality: In-person.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Science in Chemistry
• Experience teaching chemistry at the college level
• Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
• Experience teaching a course in analytical chemistry or instrumental analysis
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month. The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges (eff 7/1/24): CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month; CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month. The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application

To apply, please prepare to submit the following: Your completed faculty application, Curriculum Vitae (uploaded), Contact information for three current references, and Letter of interest (uploaded).

Timeline

A review of applications will begin on May 26, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

About CSUSM

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