Temporary Faculty Pool, Biology

Temporary Faculty Pool Department of Biology College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences Position Description The Department of Biology at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), invites highly qualified, motivated, and well‑organized applicants for a pool of part‑time teaching appointments. CSUDH celebrates and respects diversity in all forms. The department seeks candidates who can demonstrate teaching experience with diverse students and contribute to the university’s mission, vision, and core values. For more information: Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Department of Biology The Biology Program partners intensive progressive learning experiences in cell and molecular biology, organismal biology, population and community biology, and environmental science. For more information: The Position The temporary faculty pool is continuously open and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins late August to mid‑December; the Spring term mid‑January to mid‑May. Summer Session teaching may also be available. Responsibilities Teach assigned lower and upper division courses in the department’s curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load. Qualifications Required Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the curriculum or a related discipline. Prior teaching experience at the college or university level and evidence of strong teaching. Experience teaching and working with colleagues and students from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications A master’s degree in Biology or a related discipline, prior college‑level teaching experience, and relevant industry experience. A Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline, prior college‑level teaching experience, and relevant industry experience required for teaching upper‑division core courses (300‑ or 400‑level). Employment Requirement Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU may rescind conditional offers based on disqualifying information or withheld/falsified data. Failure to complete the background check may affect continued employment of a conditional offer. CSU is a state entity and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside of California. Salary and Benefit Information Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. Classifications: Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677 Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224 Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523 Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211 CSU offers a competitive total compensation benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance for employees and qualifying dependents. Mandated Reporter Requirements The position holder is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised December 24, 2021). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement California State University, Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Employees shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Careers In Government