Lecturer - PSYC 331: Infancy and Childhood (Fall 2026

Lecturer - PSYC 331:
Infancy and Childhood (Fall 2026)

The Department of Psychology at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PSYC 331:
Infancy and Childhood. Salary is commensurate with credential and experience.

Course description:

Focuses on theories, methods, and research in developmental psychology from conception through childhood. Includes biological, genetic, and physical development; social-emotional development, cognitive and language development; perception and brain development. Analysis and synthesis of scholarly articles are integral parts of this course.

Minimum qualifications:

• A master's degree in psychology or a relevant field
• Successful experience teaching 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 doctorate in Psychology or a relevant field
• Higher education experience teaching a particular class
• Research experience relevant to the specific course content
• 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 - $8,000 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.

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)

A review of applications will begin on July 20, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status.