2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Philosophy

College Arts and Letters Position Title 2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Philosophy Department Department of Philosophy Job Type Instructional Faculty – Part-time Temporary/Lecturer Pool Position Details The Philosophy Department in the College of Arts and Letters 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 are made when there are instructional needs that cannot be addressed with existing faculty. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but 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. Minimum Qualifications MA or PhD in Philosophy or related fields. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to relate well to others within the academic environment and show interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural setting. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching. Proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to those with experience 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 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 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. The candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings and will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in the University’s shared commitment to engagement, service, and the public good. Salary Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary schedule information for the faculty lecturer is available based on the following ranges (per salary schedule 7/1/2024): Lecturer A/2 Full‑time equivalent Salary 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: $6,835 - $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. Most new faculty lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. 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 Department/Division School The Philosophy Department at Cal State LA is methodologically diverse, with faculty working in both the “analytic” and “continental” traditions. We are also committed to the value of a philosophical education in preparing students to engage in the promotion of justice and social change. Required Documentation Please submit the following with the employment application: a cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications 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 an updated curriculum vitae 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 unofficial transcripts 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 for earned/awarded foreign terminal degrees, a US Equivalency certification is required. The certification validates foreign studies by an academic credential evaluation agency and confirms that your highest terminal degree is US equivalent (Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy) Application Deadline: For full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by April 15, 2026. Applications received after the deadline may be considered. To apply: click the Apply Now icon on this page. Please address all questions to the department chair Richard Dean. #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University