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California State University, Los Angeles
2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Nursing
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What they do
A Nursing Instructor or Professor teaches nursing students with a combination of classroom instruction and clinical training. Teaches academic subjects needed as the foundation for nursing, such as anatomy and chemistry, and also job skills required for direct patient care. Teaches at a college or in a hospital or other clinical setting.
$108,695 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool•
Nursing Job No:
555677Work Type:
Instructional Faculty•Temporary/Lecturer Location:
Southern California:
Los Angeles Categories:
Bargaining Unit:
Unit 3- CFA•
California Faculty Association, Appointment Type:
Temporary, Time Basis:
Part Time, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Faculty•Health Sciences College:
Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services Position Title:
2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool- Nursing Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing Instructional Faculty
Part-time Temporary/Lecturer Pool Position Details:
The Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing in the Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services at Cal State LA, is seeking applications for a pool of part-time faculty lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-2027 academic year. Positions will be filled as needed for each academic semester. Part-time faculty lecturers are hired with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Hires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework offered by an academic department based on changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure-track faculty assignments, and other factors that cannot be addressed with existing faculty. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but occasionally academic year initial appointments are made. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance. Often appointments are made just prior to the start of the semester so some faculty lecturers may need to be available on very short notice.Minimum Qualifications:
Candidate must have a master's degree in nursing or appropriate degree for specialty area from an accredited university (master's degree for undergraduate courses; doctoral degree, or master's degree and substantial teaching experience for graduate courses). Professional work experience in clinical specialty area. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at a college level. Applicants should have the ability to relate well to others within the academic environment and demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment. Must possess an unrestricted California registered nurse license. Applicants should have the ability to relate well to others within the academic environment and demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and training and have a valid and active Board-certified Nurse Practitioner certification such from AANPCRT or ANCC . Faculty will teach in at least one of a variety of undergraduate or graduate clinical courses related to a variety of specialties in nursing: skills lab & simulation, fundamental nursing, medical surgical nursing, maternal child nursing, psychiatric mental health nursing, pediatric nursing, gerontological nursing, community health, pharmacology, pathophysiology, nurse leadership, advanced practice nursing, research, informatics, and thesis/projects and be available for office hours .Duties:
Duties of part-time faculty lecturers 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. Faculty will teach courses, complete other course-related tasks such as skills lab, simulation, practicum/seminar, or other activities, and be available for office hours. The successful candidate will be committed to the academic success of all our students and to an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates diversity and differences. To this end, the successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. In addition, the successful candidate will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in our University's shared commitment to the principles of engagement, service, and the public good.Salary:
Initial Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for the faculty lecturer: Academic Year-month Classification is available based on the following ranges: (per salary schedule 7/1/2024) Lecturer A/2 Full-time equivalentSalary Range:
$5,507- $6,677 Lecturer B/3 Full-time equivalent
Salary Range:
$6,221- $13,224 Lecturer C/4 Full-time equivalent
Salary Range:
$6,825- $14,523 Lecturer D/5 Full-time equivalent
Salary Range:
$8,593- $15,211 The anticipated monthly hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University:
California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students, and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good. We offer nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service. Our 240,000 alumni reflect the City and County's dynamic mix of populations. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.The School:
The Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing transforms lives, fosters healthy, thriving communities across greater Los Angeles, Southern California, and the nation by cultivating and amplifying our students' unique talents, diverse life experiences, and intellect.Required Documentation:
Please submit the following with the employment application at the Apply link listed below: 1) a cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications. 2) a narrative statement describing your commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment with a substantial population of students who are among the first-generation of their family to attend a college or university. 3) an updated curriculum vitae. 4) List of CSU courses previously taught, and/or courses or topics areas qualified for and requesting careful consideration to teach in the upcoming academic year. 5) unofficial transcripts. 6) A valid and active California Registered Nurse license- a verification from the California Board of Registered Nursing 7) A valid and active Board-certified Nurse Practitioner certification, if applicable
- a verification from AANPCRT or ANCC Official Transcripts will be required upon hire offer and prior to employment. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees.