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2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Kinesiology

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: 03/24/26; 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 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 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

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 later. 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 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 700 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.

Job-related questions should be directed to:

Melissa Mache, KINE Search Committee Chair Department of Kinesiology 400 W. First St. Chico, CA 95929–0330 Phone:  mmache

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 https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

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…