Lecturer - CHEM 352L: Protein Biochemistry Laboratory (Fall 2026

Lecturer - CHEM 352L:
Protein Biochemistry Laboratory (Fall 2026)

CHEM 352L: PROTEIN BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY

Position:
Lecturer

Semester:
Fall 2026

Day/Time:
Thursdays, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Modality:
In-person

College:
College of Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics

Department:
Chemistry & Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach CHEM 352L:
Protein Biochemistry Laboratory.

Course Description:

Introduces the theory and practice of modern protein biochemistry. Covers bacterial transformation, antibiotic selection, heterologous protein expression, cell harvesting, cell lysis, centrifugation, affinity chromatography, ion-exchange chromatography, size-exclusion chromatography, hydrophobic-interaction chromatography, dialysis, ultrafiltration, protein precipitation, desalting, bioconjugation, SDS-PAGE, UREA-PAGE, densitometry, fluorescence spectroscopy, western blotting, enzyme activity assays, and in-vitro translation.

Minimum qualifications:

• A Master of Science in Chemistry
• Experience teaching chemistry at the college level
• Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications:

• A Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
• Experience teaching a course in analytical chemistry or instrumental analysis.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience:

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,249 per full-time month

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application:

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on July 28, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.