2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Philosophy

Position Details

Job no: 557329

Work type:
Instructional Faculty
- Temporary/Lecturer

Location:

Sacramento

Categories:
Unit 3 - CFA
- California Faculty Association, Faculty
- Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Part Time

The Department of Philosophy, housed in the College of Arts and Letters, offers one of the largest undergraduate philosophy programs in the California State University system. In addition to the major, it provides concentrations in Ethics, Politics, and Law, and in Science, Reason and Values. It serves the campus across all GE categories.

Duties of a part‑time lecturer include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

• Master’s Degree in Philosophy
• At least one (1) year of previous college‑level teaching experience
• Applicants should be capable of teaching one or more of the following courses: PHIL 2 - Ethics; PHIL 4 - Critical Thinking; PHIL 6 - Introduction to Philosophy; PHIL 26 - History of Philosophy

• PhD in Philosophy
• Experience teaching online courses
• Ability to teach large classes

New applicants are required to submit the following materials:

• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for the position
• A list of three (3) current references with contact information
• A teaching “portfolio” including:
  • A list of courses from our department you think you could teach
  • A list of courses taught or developed
  • Sample syllabi
  • Statement of teaching philosophy

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.