Business Communications Lecturer; Undergraduate - Business

About The University

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among “Regional Universities West” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th “Most Transformative College” by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.

Program: Business
Rank: Lecturer Faculty

The Martin V. Smith School of Business and Economics is seeking temporary faculty to prepare and teach one or more sections of Business Communication courses at the undergraduate level.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree with a focus in English Composition, Business, Communication, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated preparation for teaching Business Communication at a university level.
• Commitment to effectively work with and engage a diverse student population and evidence of how you would successfully mentor minoritized students with special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, American Indian, and Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in English Composition, Business, Communication, or in a related discipline.
• 5+ years full‑time work experience.
• Work/consulting experience in private or public sector related to Business Communications.
• Record of effective teaching.

Teach one or more classes as assigned and as student demand allows. Conduct and turn in assessment activities as outlined each semester.

• CV or resume;
• Cover Letter;
• A statement describing your experience mentoring and/or working with minoritized students with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, and American Indian students;
• A teaching philosophy describing how you plan to engage and interact with students, with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, and American Indian students.

In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates. Submit all required materials to the CSUCI Careers application web address below: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu

California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules (anticipated hiring ranges):

• Range 2: $5,507 - $6,677
• Range 3: $6,221 – 13,224
• Range 4: $6,825 - 14,523
• Range 5: $8,593 - 15,211

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.

• Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.
• At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• 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.
• All faculty are required to perform their work from within the State of California.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides…