Lecturer - SOC 105: Introduction to Justice Studies (Fall 2026)

Lecturer - SOC 105: Introduction to Justice Studies (Fall 2026) The Department of Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach SOC 105: Introduction to Justice Studies. Salary is commensurate with credential and experience. Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: Tuesdays, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:20 p.m. Modality: Hybrid College: College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences Department: Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies Course Description: An introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Justice Studies. Explores economic, social, and criminal justice issues by means of sociological, philosophical, and legal perspectives and methodologies. Students will critically assess the obstacles and opportunities central to the pursuit of justice in the United States and abroad. Topics of analysis may include formal legal systems, institutionalization of injustice, environmental justice, and genocide. Qualifications A master’s degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. Preferred qualifications: A doctorate or terminal degree in the area of instruction or a closely related field Higher education experience teaching Sociology and/or Criminology & Justice Studies Demonstrated intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community in teaching and, where applicable, service Salary Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month The CSU Classification Salary Range for Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month The CSU Classification Salary Range for Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month Application Your completed faculty application Curriculum Vitae (uploaded) Contact information for three current references Letter of interest (uploaded) Timeline A review of applications will begin on July 24, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation and veteran or military status. The CSU participates in the California State University System-wide Out-of-State Employment Policy and employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in California. The person holding this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and may be rescinded if disqualifying information is found or if the candidate knowingly withholds or falsifies information. Notes Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants may be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after meeting the minimum qualifications and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process may also sign a release form authorizing the release of information by current or former employers regarding any substantiated misconduct. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) can be found at Clery Act Notification. #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University