Lecturer - PSCI 331: World Political Systems (Fall 2026)

Lecturer

• PSCI 331

  World Political Systems (Fall 2026) Job no: 559640 Work type: Instructional Faculty
• Temporary/Lecturer

Location:

San Marcos

Categories:

Unit 3

• CFA•California Faculty Association, Faculty•Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

PSCI 331

World Political Systems

Position:

Lecturer

Semester:

Fall 2026

Day/Time:

Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Modality:

In-person

College:

College of Humanities, Arts, Behavior and Social Sciences

Department:

Political Science The Department of Political Science at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach

PSCI 331

World Political Systems.

Course Description:

Comparative analysis of political behavior and institutions in global political systems of different types.

Minimum qualifications:

A master's degree in political science 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 Political Science Experience teaching in higher education in Comparative Politics. 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.

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 July 15, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information. California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. 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 This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised December 22, 2020 as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon execution of an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status and Legal Duty to Report Child Abuse and Neglect form. Signing the form is a prerequisite to employment and failure to sign will result in any offer of employment being withdrawn. Education Code 89521

Requirements:

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.

Advertised:

July 01, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: December 18, 2026 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time