Lecturer Pool for Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry AY 26-27

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers Master of Science, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry, with several different concentrations. The BS in Chemistry is an American Chemical Society (ACS) Certified degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 15 contact hours per week in undergraduate laboratories and/or lectures, with assignments consistent with the candidate’s expertise and training, as well as the specific needs of the Department. Most instructional needs will be in introductory chemistry courses.
• Hold office hours for students.
• Perform other normal duties associated with teaching.
• Teaching assignments may be adjusted depending upon departmental needs and qualifications of the candidate. All work assignments are based on Departmental need and sufficient enrollment in classes.
• Teaching assignments may include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and/or online.

The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• Applicants with degrees in related fields to chemistry will be considered if they have a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in chemistry or biochemistry.

Pay

Salary is dependent upon 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.

Schedule

Fall Semester begins August 17, 2026; Spring Semester begins January 19, 2026.

Positions open until filled. Applications are considered on a continuous basis.

Condition(s) of Employment: California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed and cleared prior to the start of employment.