Lecturer - PH 333: Public Health Communication and Interventions (Fall 2026)

Course Description

This course provides foundational knowledge on public health communication, related theory, strategies, and application to planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health communication interventions. It explores the use of mass media and digital technology to influence diverse audiences and stakeholders and emphasizes strategic community-based partnerships, cultural influences on messaging, and communication models that are responsive to context and situation of the public health-specific communication needs.

Requirements

• A Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH).
• Experience working with college-level students or teaching in an institution of higher learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with core faculty and colleagues.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Public Health or a closely related field (e.g. PhD, MD, DrPH, ScD, JD, etc.).
• 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.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

Monday and Wednesday, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Additional Information

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• A completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)
• Documentation of teaching effectiveness and sample course syllabi are strongly encouraged when available.

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on June 11, 2026, however, the position will remain open until filled.

Supplemental Information

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Clery Act Notification

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