AY Temporary Faculty Pool; Lecturer - Chemistry & Biochemistry

Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fresno offers four rigorous, high‑quality degree programs in Biochemistry, Chemistry, and related fields, preparing students for careers in research, industry, and education.

The successful applicant may teach chemistry and biochemistry, as well as high‑enrollment general education courses for the department. We are interested in candidates qualified to teach lecture and laboratory using high‑impact practices in the following areas:

• General chemistry
• Analytical chemistry
• Inorganic chemistry
• Organic chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Physical chemistry
• Interfacing courses between chemistry and biochemistry

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system‑wide policies as directed per applicable regulations. Responsibilities include preparation, delivery, proctoring, and grading of lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester in the mode specified (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to the order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association. The “Order of Work” requires courses be assigned in order, starting with tenure‑line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the established salary range for Class Code 2358 (Academic Year Lecturers). For temporary faculty with a master’s degree, the range is $5,507–$6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Actual monthly salary is adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per term.

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. The pool remains in place for two academic terms; those wishing to remain beyond that time must re‑apply.

• Fall 2026:
  August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026
• Spring 2027:
  January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Education: A master’s degree or higher in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Experience: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, demonstrated through prior teaching experience and evaluations or other evidence.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early as June 15, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• – fully considered for Fall 2026 hiring.
• Deadline:
  October 31, 2026 – fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
• Projected job announcement closing date:
  March 1, 2027.

Complete an online application by searching for the appropriate job announcement, creating an applicant profile, or logging in if you already have a profile. Attach the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified to teach.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters are not required at this stage).
• Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Contact Dr. Krish Krishnan, Chair, E‑mail: [email protected]

A background check, including criminal record check, must be completed satisfactorily for this position. An offer of employment may be withdrawn or terminated based on the results of the background investigation.

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