2025-26 Lecturer Pool Department of Kinesiology

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 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 Lecturer

College: Communication and Education

Department/School: Kinesiology

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: 03/24/25; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Position Summary:

The Kinesiology Department in the College of Communication and Education is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2025-26 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 a Bachelor’s Degree for physical activity courses (100 level) and a Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, or related field for all other courses. Note: some 100-level courses (e.g., yoga) may require additional certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience
• Evidence of excellence in teaching
• Bilingual candidates will be given preference

Responsibilities:

Lecturer positions in the department carry responsibilities in the areas of teaching undergraduate courses. 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)
• CV
• A complete checklist of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered using the Kinesiology Course Offerings Checklist PDF
• 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:

The Department of Kinesiology is member of the American Kinesiology Association (AKA) and is National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Educationally Recognized Program. We are a learning community of 12 full-time faculty, more than 20 part-time faculty, and approximately 600 major students. Department faculty hold national and international leadership positions and are known for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service. We welcome and encourage applications from BIPOC faculty.

Department of Kinesiology website: https://www.csuchico.edu/kine/

College of Communication & Education websit