Temporary Faculty Pool, Interdisciplinary Studies

Position Description

The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites highly qualified, motivated, and well‑organized applicants for a pool of part‑time teaching appointments. The pool is continuously open, positions are filled as needed based on enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. Fall term: late August – mid‑December. Spring term: mid‑January – mid‑May.

Summer sessions may also be available.

Teach assigned upper‑division courses in the department’s curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on the assigned teaching unit load.

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or related discipline.
• Preference for candidates with prior teaching experience at the college or university level and evidence of strong teaching.
• Experience teaching undergraduates from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.

• A master’s degree in a relevant field or related discipline.
• Ph.D. or extensive professional experience required for teaching upper‑division core courses (300‑ or 400‑level).

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required. Employment is conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2023, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

• Lecturer A: $5,007–$6,359
• Lecturer B: $5,925–$12,594
• Lecturer C: $6,500–$13,831
• Lecturer D: $8,184–$14,487

An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible appointments and includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and dependent fee‑waiver; access to campus child‑care; and a defined‑benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and must comply with the requirements of CSU Executive Order 1083, revised December 24, 2021, as a condition of employment.

• Current curriculum vitae or resume with contact information.
• A one‑page cover letter including a diversity statement and teaching statement.
• List of 3 references with contact information.
• Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required upon initial appointment).
• For international transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required (see below).

International Transcripts US Equivalency Requirements:
United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees. The certification validates foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed equivalent to degrees from the United States. It must translate the information into English and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree. The certification can be emailed to faculty affairs or mailed to the Office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH‑368, Carson, CA 90747.

California State University, Dominguez Hills is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243‑3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Advertised: Feb 17 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 27 2026 Pacific Standard Time