2024-25 Part-Time Lecturer Pool Department of Nutrition and Food Science

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 13,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with bilingual and/or diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Position Title: Academic Year Part-Time Lecturer

College: Natural Sciences

Department/School: Nutrition and Food Science

Salary:

Lecturer A/2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
Lecturer B/3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
Lecturer C/4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
Lecturer D/5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $8,593 – $15,211 per month

Anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. See the Faculty Salaries At-a-Glance guide for more information. 

Priority Review Date: May 31, 2024; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Position Summary:

The Nutrition and Food Science Department in the College of Natural Sciences is collecting application materials for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2024-25 academic year. Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum education requirement for a lecturer appointment is MS In Nutritional Science.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous teaching experience in nutritional science, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential, professional work experience in the field. Bilingual candidates will be given preference.

Responsibilities:

Lecturer positions in the department carry responsibilities in the areas of teaching. Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

How to Apply:

Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, a list of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered, a copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree, and contact information of three professional references. Additional information may be requested at a later time. All applicants must apply online, applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered. For information about specific courses offered, please refer to the University Catalog.

The Department:

The Department of Nutrition and Food Science (http://www.csuchico.edu/nfsc) in the College of Natural Sciences (http://www.csuchico.edu/nsci/) includes nine full-time faculty, about 30 graduate students, and 160 undergraduate majors and offers programs leading to a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Its’ faculty represent a wide range of interests. Department programs include General Dietetics, Food and Nutrition Communication, and Nutrition Management and are enhanced by laboratories for courses and research in foods, food science, nutrition, and community nutrition. Campus support services, such as a library, distance education facilities, and technology learning and support, are easily accessible.

Job-related questions should be directed to:

Joan Giampaoli, PhD, RDN, Search Committee Chair
California State University, Chico
Department of Nutrition and Food Science
400 W. 1st
Chico, CA  95929-000