Lecturer - PH 407: Research Methods in Public Health (Fall 2026)
California State UniversityAbout the role
PH 407: Research Methods in Public Health
- Position: Lecturer
- Semester: Fall 2026
- Day/Time: Monday and Wednesday, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
- Modality: In Person
- College: College of Education, Health and Human Services
- Department: Public Health
The Department of Public Health at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 407 - Research Methods in Public Health. The course is a 3-unit class taught over the course of the semester.
Course Description
Examines fundamental principles and methodologies used in conducting research within the field of public health. It explores various research designs, data collection methods, analysis techniques, and ethical considerations essential for investigating and addressing public health issues, and it emphasizes evaluation of published public health research.
Minimum qualifications:
- An earned Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) is required.
- The candidate should have relevant 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 on an ethnically and culturally diverse campus is required.
- 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 doctoral degree in Public Health or a closely related field (e.g. PhD, MD, DrPH, ScD, JD, etc.) and demonstrated commitment to diversity and ability to communicate with culturally diverse groups of students is highly desired.
- 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.
- Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,836 - $6,240 per full-time month
The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
- CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 – $6,677 per full-time month
- CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 – $13,224 per full-time month
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.
Application:
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 4, 2026, however, the position will remain open until filled.
CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.
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