Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences Lecturer Pool 2026-2027

Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences Lecturer Pool 2026-2027 Apply now Job no: 556114 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: San Diego Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time Description The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences in the College of Sciences at San Diego State University is accepting applications for its part‑time and full‑time lecturer pool. We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in the following areas: The interconnectedness of Earth’s four reservoirs (solid earth, atmosphere, ocean, biosphere); the causes and potential societal consequences of natural Earth processes (e.g., earthquakes, floods, landslides, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, weather and global climate change) and the production, availability and depletion of natural resources (e.g., water, minerals, and energy); engineering geology; introductory environmental sciences; processes of inquiry and rational thinking skills characteristic of the earth and environmental sciences; and Earth’s dynamic landscape from regional to global scales. Temporary appointments may be either full‑ or part‑time. Appointments from the part‑time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid‑August and ends late‑December; the Spring term begins mid‑January and ends mid‑May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply. Qualifications Criteria Graduate degree in geology, geophysics, Earth and environmental sciences, or directly related field College or university teaching experience Demonstrated currency in subject matter Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. SDSU requires applicants to complete background checks, including a criminal records check, before offering a position. Failure to satisfy background checks may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees. Applicants must authorize background checks if they become a finalist. Applications lacking authorization will be considered incomplete. #J-18808-Ljbffr Opt For Healthy Living