2026-27 Lecturer Pool Communication Studies Program

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 22-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. 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.

Position Title: Academic Year Lecturer

College: Communication and Education

Department/School: Communication Arts and Sciences/Communication Studies Program

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: 3/14/26; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Position Summary:

The Communication Studies Program in the Department of Communication Arts and Sciences is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. Appointments from the lecturer 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 Master of Arts in Communication Studies or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience, especially in courses closely related to potential assignments
• Candidates current in the field
• Experience working with diverse populations

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 current CV
• A complete checklist of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered using the Comm Studies Course Offerings PDF.
• Qualifications for each course on your checklist using the CMST Course Qualifications template (this item will be requested on the “Additional Questions” section of the application).
• A copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree.
• 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:

Communication Studies offers a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with options in Organizational Communication or Communication & Public Affairs in addition to a minor in Communication Studies. At the graduate level you can earn a Master of Arts in Communication Studies. Also housed in Communication Studies is the nationally recognized Speech and Debate Team.

The Communication Studies program prioritizes faculty excellence and student success. We are proud of faculty en