Lecturer Pool Department of Computer Science

2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Computer Science

Apply now Job no: 555302 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Chico Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Time Varies, Faculty - Computer Science

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.

Academic Year Lecturer

Engineering, Computer Science & Construction Management

Computer Science

Lecturer A/2: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
Lecturer B/3: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
Lecturer C/4: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
Lecturer D/5: $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.

6/15/26; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

The Computer Science Department in the College of Engineering, Computer Science & Construction Management 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.

The minimum education requirement for a lecturer appointment is a master's in computer science, strong English verbal communication skills, programming and technical skills appropriate for courses taught, and the ability to teach undergraduate computer science courses.

Work experience in the software industry. Previous teaching experience at the college level.

Lecturer positions in the department carry responsibilities in the area of teaching one or more courses. This includes delivering lectures, creating/grading assignments, and creating/grading exams. Some courses include learning activities. Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, a list of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered, a copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree, and 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 offers undergraduate degrees in Computer Science and Computer Information System and a master's degree in Computer Science. More information can be found on the department website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Job-related questions should be directed to:

Todd Gibson, Search Committee Chair
Department of Computer Science,
California State University
Chico, CA 95929
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This position may qualify for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation,…