Lecturer - GEOG 310: Climate Change and Life in the Anthropocene (Fall 2026)
About the role
The Department of Environment and Geography at California State University San Marcos is seeking a lecturer to teach an upper-division physical science general education (UD25) course in climate change.
Responsibilities
Examine the physical basis of the climate system, including solar, atmospheric, biologic, and geologic evidence supporting our understanding of Earth’s past, present, and future climate cycles.
Compare recent climate data with that of past climates to demonstrate how Earth’s current climates are changing, leading to the designation of a new era, “The Anthropocene.”
Conclude with an examination of climate modeling and potential impacts on components of Earth and human systems, such as biological diversity, water issues, and international treaties.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in Geography, Earth Science, or a related field
- Evidence of specialization in earth systems science or climate science
- Higher education teaching experience in geography courses
Preferred Qualifications
- A doctorate in Geography, Earth Science, or a related field
- Higher education teaching experience in general education science courses
Salary
Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Pay
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.
Schedule
In-person classes on Tuesday and Thursday, from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. during the Fall 2026 semester.