Lecturer - PH Public Health Communication and Interventions; Fall

Lecturer – PH 333:
Public Health Communication and Interventions (Fall 2026)

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Work type: Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 – CFA – California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty – Health Sciences

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Monday and Wednesday, 5:30–6:45 p.m.
• Modality: In Person
• College: College of Education, Health and Human Services
• Department: Public Health

The Department of Public Health at California State University San Marcos seeks a part‑time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach PH 333 – Public Health Communications and Interventions. The course is a 3‑unit class taught over the semester.

This course provides foundational knowledge on public health communication, related theory, strategies, and application to planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health communication interventions. It explores the use of mass media and digital technology to influence diverse audiences and stakeholders, emphasizing strategic community‑based partnerships, cultural influences on messaging, and communication models responsive to context and public health‑specific communication needs.

• Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH).
• Experience working with college‑level students or teaching at a higher‑learning institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with core faculty and colleagues.
• Work in California required by the CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy.

• Doctoral degree in Public Health or a closely related field (PhD, MD, DrPH, ScD, JD, etc.).
• Intercultural competence and commitment to serving the campus community, especially teaching and service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience. Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 – $6,008 per full‑time month. Lecturer A

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$5,507 – $6,6677 per full‑time month. The hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

To apply, submit a completed faculty application, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, a letter of interest, and documentation of teaching effectiveness and sample course syllabi (strongly encouraged).

Applications will be reviewed beginning June 11, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

CSUSM is a Hispanic‑Serving Institution and was named one of the top 32 colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy requires work in California. The holder is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record checks. Background checks are required and offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion.

Applicants must disclose any finalized administrative or judicial decision of sexual harassment within the last 7 years after meeting minimum qualifications. A release form authorizing disclosure of allegations is required at final stages of the application.

Clery Act Notification:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act can be found at Clery Act Notification.

Applications close May 31, 2027 (Pacific Time).