CI- Lecturer Faculty- Environmental Science and Resource Management; ESRM

Lecturer Faculty – Environmental Science and Resource Management (ESRM)

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Program: Environmental Science and Resource Management
Rank: Lecturer Faculty
Title: Lecturer in Environmental Science and Resource Management

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among “Regional Universities West” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th “Most Transformative College” by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.

Located in Ventura County, CSUCI serves a diverse community of over 4,880 undergraduate and graduate students. With a student‑to‑faculty ratio of 18:1, the university ensures personalized learning and meaningful connections between students and educators. Offering 26 bachelor’s degree programs, CSUCI provides a wide range of academic opportunities designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and global leadership.

CSUCI is dedicated to supporting its students both academically and financially. In fact, 81% of students receive financial aid, and nearly 59% are first‑generation college students. Additionally, 52% of students are Pell Grant eligible. As a proud Hispanic‑Serving Institution, CSUCI embraces a vibrant cultural community, with 61% of its undergraduate students identifying as Latinx, alongside other racial and ethnic groups that enrich the campus experience.

CSUCI’s efforts to advance Latinx student success have earned it the prestigious “Seal of Excellence” from Excelencia in Education.

With a focus on critical inquiry, innovative learning, and social justice, CSUCI is also taking proactive steps to diversify its faculty and confront systemic challenges to equity. This dedication creates an environment where every voice is valued, and students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Whether through its strong academic offerings, supportive community, or transformative opportunities, CSUCI provides a unique and rewarding experience for students ready to shape their future and make a lasting impact on the world.

CSUCI Mission Statement

Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives.

CSUCI’s Commitment To You

CSUCI is committed to helping newly hired faculty develop a sense of belonging in a collaborative and supportive community dedicated to providing resources and opportunities for establishing and sustaining a research agenda and engaging in continuous improvement in equitable teaching and learning.

The Environmental Science and Resource Management (ESRM) Program at CSU Channel Islands is an interdisciplinary, field‑ and lab‑intensive program that integrates natural and social sciences to prepare students for leadership in environmental problem solving. ESRM emphasizes hands‑on learning, applied research, and community engagement across diverse ecosystems from coastal and marine environments to watersheds and urban systems. Faculty and students work collaboratively with regional partners to address pressing environmental challenges such as climate resilience, environmental justice, conservation, and sustainable resource use.

The program is known for its experiential approach, small class sizes, and commitment to fostering equity, scientific literacy, and civic engagement among its students.

Positions may become available to teach undergraduate lecture, laboratory, or field courses in environmental science,…