Part-time Temporary Lecturer in Pan African Studies; PAS

Part-time Temporary Lecturer in Pan African Studies (PAS)

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College: College of Ethnic Studies

Position Title: Part-time Temporary Lecturer in Pan African Studies

Department of Pan African Studies (PAS)

Instructional Faculty – Part-time Temporary/Lecturer Pool

The Pan African Studies Department in the College of Ethnic Studies at Cal State LA is seeking applications for a pool of part‑time faculty lecturers, with positions released as needed during the 2025‑2026 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 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, occasionally for an academic year.

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.

Candidate must have an appropriate degree from an accredited university: bachelor’s degree plus substantial teaching experience for lower‑division courses; master’s degree for upper‑division undergraduate courses; doctoral degree, or master’s degree plus substantial teaching experience for graduate courses. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level. Ability to relate well to others within the academic environment and demonstrate interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment.

Demonstrated experience and commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching. Proficiency in written and oral use of English is required.

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.

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.

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. 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.

Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for the faculty lecturer is as follows (salary schedule 7/1/2024):

• Lecturer A/2 Full‑time equivalent: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
• Lecturer B/3 Full‑time equivalent: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
• Lecturer C/4 Full‑time equivalent: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
• Lecturer D/5 Full‑time equivalent: $8,593 – $15,211 per month

The anticipated monthly hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Most new faculty lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank.

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