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Lecturer Pool - Biological Sciences: Biotechnology AY 2026/27

San Marcos, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 May 2026

About the role

Biological Sciences: Biotechnology Pool

Position: Instructional Faculty, Special Programs - For Credit
Academic Year: 2026/2027
Day/Time: Varies
Modality: Varies
College: College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Department: Biological Sciences

The Department of Biological Sciences at California State University San Marcos maintains an on-going pool of applicants who are interested in teaching courses for the undergraduate and graduate Biotechnology degree programs. The Biotechnology programs emphasize a strong foundation of biological knowledge that is integrated with business, ethical, and legal perspectives of the biotechnology and life sciences industry. Specific courses for which instructors may be sought vary by semester and can be found in the catalog.

Applicant pools are used to fill short-term temporary Lecturer positions across our campus with the possibility of rehiring. Appointments may last from one day to a whole semester. This applicant pool may be used to fill vacant positions on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Applications in this pool ad will only be good for the current academic year. This pool will be closed effective May 31st. If you wish to be considered for the next academic year, you will need to apply to the new pool as it becomes available by June 15th.

Minimum qualifications:

A master's degree in the life sciences
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 the life sciences
College teaching experience
Previous work experience in the biotechnology industry
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 commensurate with degree level and experience:

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $2,279 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $2,279 per Weighted Teaching Unit (WTU)

Application:

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

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

Timeline: Applications are accepted and reviewed as needed, on an on-going basis throughout the 2026/27 academic year.

Applications in this pool ad will only be good for the current academic year. This pool will be closed effective May 31st. If you wish to be considered for the next academic year, you will need to apply to the new pool as it becomes available by June 15th.

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.

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. 

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