California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups, 80 percent are first-generation, and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus, please visit the CSUSB website.
CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB’s commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Psychology at California State University, San Bernardino invites applications for its part-time lecturer pool. The department seeks qualified, student-centered instructors to teach undergraduate and, when appropriate based on qualifications and departmental need, graduate courses across the Psychology curriculum.
Areas of instructional need vary by semester and may include, but are not limited to, introductory psychology; research methods and statistics; biological psychology and neuroscience; clinical and counseling psychology; cognitive psychology; developmental psychology; social psychology; industrial-organizational psychology; and other areas represented in the department's curriculum.
Teaching assignments may be available at the San Bernardino Campus or Palm Desert Campus and may include in-person, hybrid, or online instruction depending on departmental needs.
Part-time lecturer appointments are temporary and are made according to departmental instructional needs, enrollment, available funding, and the qualifications and expertise of applicants. Applications may be reviewed throughout the year as instructional needs arise. Inclusion in the applicant pool does not guarantee an appointment
TYPICAL ACTIVITIES
Part-time lecturers are responsible for teaching assigned courses and fulfilling the instructional responsibilities associated with those courses. Responsibilities typically include:
● Preparing and delivering course instruction consistent with approved course objectives and departmental and university expectations.
● Maintaining an accurate and current course syllabus and clearly communicating course requirements and expectations.
● Assessing student learning and providing timely and appropriate feedback.
● Maintaining accurate course and student records.
● Communicating with students and holding office hours in accordance with university requirements.
● Using appropriate university instructional technologies, including the learning management system.
● Complying with applicable university, college, and department policies and procedures.
Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION
- Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology or a field relevant to the course(s) to be taught, or enrollment in a relevant doctoral program with advancement to candidacy (ABD), by the time of appointment.
- Academic preparation, professional expertise, or other qualifications appropriate to the assigned course(s).
- Evidence of effective college-level teaching or the potential for effective college-level teaching.
Additional qualifications may be required for particular course assignments based on course content, program requirements, or other applicable requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Depending on the course assignment, preferred qualifications may include:
- Prior successful teaching experience at the college or university level.
- A doctoral degree or advanced professional preparation relevant to the course assignment.
- Professional or applied experience directly related to the subject matter of the course.
- Evidence of effective, student-centered teaching practices.
- Experience teaching and supporting students from a broad range of backgrounds and educational experiences.
- Experience with the instructional modality required for the assignment, including online or hybrid instruction when applicable.
- Modality-specific instructional training may be required.
Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation is valued. Evidence of exemplary graduate-level teaching and leadership experience at program level is preferred and should be noted in application.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community.
For health and well-being, CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Psychology is one of the largest academic departments at CSUSB, serving more than 1,700 undergraduate majors and over 100 graduate students. The department offers a B.A. in Psychology with concentrations in General Psychology, Biological Psychology, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. Graduate offerings include M.A. programs in Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Psychological Science, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology.
Part-time lecturers play an important role in the department's teaching mission and may have opportunities to teach a broad range of courses across the psychology curriculum. Teaching opportunities are available primarily at the San Bernardino Campus, with additional opportunities at the Palm Desert Campus, as well as online or hybrid assignments depending on departmental needs.
The department is committed to high-quality, student-centered teaching and to supporting the academic success of CSUSB's diverse student population. Lecturers are encouraged to use evidence-based and engaging teaching practices and, where appropriate to the course, to incorporate applied learning and community-engaged learning experiences into their instruction.
To find out more, visit the Department of Psychology
For more information regarding the position, please contact:
Department Chair
Donna Garcia
dmgarcia@csusb.edu
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter addressing your interest in teaching in the CSUSB Department of Psychology that includes:
a. A brief statement of your teaching interest and/or teaching philosophy
b. A listing of any courses previously taught, if applicable
c. Your availability, including whether you are available to teach at the San Bernardino Campus, Palm Desert Campus, and/or online.
d. A list of psychology courses or subject areas you would be interested in teaching.
- Unofficial copies of postsecondary degree transcripts. Official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.
- Reference List including names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references whom the department may contact regarding the applicant's qualifications if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment process
- Optional: Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available, such as teaching portfolios, reports of teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching.
Applications will be reviewed as departmental instructional needs arise. Appointment availability varies by semester and depends on course availability, enrollment, budget, and the qualifications of applicants.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:
https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/873/gateway/Default.aspx?c=apply&sJobIDs=562870&SourceTypeID=803&sLanguage=en-us&lApplicationSubSourceID=11248
H-1B Employment: CSUSB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.
CA Resident Requirement: The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. As of the effective date of this policy, hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California is prohibited. Exceptions to this prohibition are limited to approved purposes for conducting CSU business in a region outside of California. Out-of-state employment creates various legal and tax liabilities that the CSU must seriously consider when extending employment to individuals residing outside the state. For more information and the full policy, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/
Salary is commensurate with experience.
(Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed)
***VERIFY MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM SALARY RANGE FOR THE JOB CODE & RANGE ARE CURRENT WITH CSU SALARY SCHEDULE***
Lecturer A (Range 2) - $5,507 – $6,677
Lecturer B (Range 3) - $6,221 – $13,224
Lecturer C (Range 4) - $6,825 – $14,523
Lecturer D (Range 5) - $8,593 – $15,211
CSU Salary Schedule: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule.aspx
Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will 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 a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.
This position may be “Designated” under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information:
https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/current-employees/employee-relations/conflict-interest