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2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Physics

The Physics Department in the College of Natural Sciences is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the  academic year. Appointments from the lecturer pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Position Title:

Academic Year Lecturer

College:
Natural Sciences

Department/School:
Physics

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.

Priority Review Date:
May 15, 2026; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum education requirement for a lecturer appointment is a Masters' Degree in Physics or Astronomy or a closely-related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Ph.D in Physics, with documented history of teaching experience, is preferred. Familiarity with Physics Education Research and/or Studio Physics teaching is a plus.

Responsibilities:
Lecturer positions in the department carry responsibilities in the areas of teaching physics courses including all semesters of introductory physics, astronomy/cosmology, and other courses as department needs indicate. 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 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 of Physics offers a major and a minor in Physics, a minor in Astronomy, as well as providing service courses for numerous departments across the Chico State campus. More information is available at the College of Natural Sciences website and the Physics Department website.

Job-related questions should be directed to Dr. David Brookes, Search Committee Chair Campus Box 202,  dbrookes

Benefits Information:
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, health insurance). For more information and eligibility criteria, please visit.

Additional Information:
Out of State Employment:
All work must be performed within the State of California. Background Check and Disclosures: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Education Code 89521 Requirements:
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Mandated Reporter:
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to…