Lecturer - SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences (Fall 2026)

Position

The Department of Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach SOC 201: Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences.

Course Description

Presentation and description of data, contingency table construction and interpretation, introduction to multivariate analysis, correlation and hypothesis testing

Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field
• 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

• A doctorate or terminal degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field
• Higher education experience teaching Sociology and/or Criminology & Justice Studies
• 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

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month

Application

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

Timeline

A review of applications will begin on July 2, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.