Position Title: Academic Year Lecturer

College: Behavioral & Social Sciences

Department/School: Anthropology

Salary:

Lecturer A/2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per month
Lecturer B/3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,221 - $13,224 per month
Lecturer C/4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,825 - $14,523 per month
Lecturer D/5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $8,593 - $15,211 per month

Anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. See the Faculty Salaries At-a-Glance guide for more information.

Priority Review Date: 05/29/2026; complete applications received after that date may be considered as needs arise.

Position Summary:

The Anthropology Department in the College of Behavioral and Social Science is collecting application materials for a pool of lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2026-27 academic year. We seek to fill Anthropology courses level 100 through 400 and internships in our four subfields: Archaeology, Biological, Cultural and Museum Studies. Appointments from the lecturer pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum education requirement for a lecturer appointment is Master of Arts or Science in Anthropology or a related field. Appropriate expertise and experience teaching for assigned courses. Prior experience in teaching and working with colleagues from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural and academic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Anthropology or degree in closely related field to courses interested in teaching.

Responsibilities:

Lecturer positions in the department carry responsibilities in the areas of teaching undergraduate courses in at least one of the subfields, supervising internships, maintain office hours, and uphold campus academic policies and procedures. Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

How to Apply:

Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, a list of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered, a copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree, and contact information of three professional references. Additional information may be requested at a later time. All applicants must apply online, applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered. For information about specific courses offered, please refer to the University Catalog .

The Department:

The Department of Anthropology enrolls approximately 180 majors, undergraduate and graduate. It is committed to the four-field approach and offers certificate programs in Museum Studies, Applied Cultural Anthropology, Cultural Resources Management, and Forensic Science. The department also supports a respected MA program producing graduates that have gone on to distinguished doctoral programs or obtained relevant employment. The Department is noted for excellence in teaching and for its student-centered learning environment. For additional information, see http://www.csuchico.edu/anth/

Job-related questions should be directed to:

Dr. Matthew O'Brien, Department and Search Committee Chair
400 W 1st St., Chico CA 95929-0400
530-898-6193
[email protected]

Benefits Information:

This position may qualify for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information and eligibility criteria, please visit https://www.csuchico.edu/hr/benefits/index.shtml .

Additional Information:

Out of State Employment: All work must be performed within the State of California.