26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) – Biology NEW

Fresno, California
California State University – Fresno
26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) – Biology

Job No: 556489
Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Central California: Fresno
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 – CFA – California Faculty Association, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time

Temporary Faculty Pool – Lecturer in

Department Overview

The Department of Biology at California State University, Fresno offers diversified undergraduate and graduate education that spans the breadth of modern Biology-from the inner workings of cells to the structure of whole ecosystems. The Department of Biology is a vibrant group of faculty members; excellent teachers with active and externally funded research programs. Fresno State biologists are investigating the molecular mechanisms of cellular processes, the ecology of Sierra Nevada forests and watersheds, and evolution of life in the world’s oceans. The Department offers a diverse graduate and undergraduate curriculum to prepare students for an array of career paths in the biological sciences. Motivated students have a wealth of independent research opportunities with Biology faculty.

Position Summary

The department seeks qualified candidate(s) to teach Biology undergraduate courses and/or labs such as:

• BIOL 131: Parasitology
• BIOL 132: General Entomology
• BIOL 157: Immunology
• BIOL 158: Cancer Biology
• BIOL 161: Plant Physiology
• or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students as high enrollment general education courses.
  Instructor Responsibility: Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per , paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

  Conditional Appointment

  Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the “Order of Work,” or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

  Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Fresno does not sponsor Temporary Faculty for work visas.

  Compensation – Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers).

  The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree is $5,507-6,677 per a month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term.

  Anticipated Semester

  The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.

  • Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026;
  • Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027
    Required Qualifications for high enrollment general education:

    Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.): A Master’s degree in Biology.

    Experience:

  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
  • Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
    Required Qualifications for upper-division specialty and/or graduate level:

    Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.): A PhD in Biology-related field or sufficient industry/clinical/private sector experience commensurate with departmental teaching expectations.

    Experience:

  • Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level and/or the graduate level.
  • Expertise in a closely-related discipline.
    Application Procedures:

    A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early June 15th, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

    • Deadline is July 1st, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2025 hiring.
    • Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
    • Projected Job Announcement for Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2027.
      Complete an online application at search for the appropriate Job Announcement, Create an Applicant Profile, or Login if you have already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials:
    • Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching,
    • Curriculum vitae,
    • Names and contact information of at least three professional references are a part of the online application. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation.
    • Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.
      For inquiries contact Dr. Karine Gousset, Chair, E-mail:

      The position advertised will remain open until filled. Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in this pool for future consideration.

      About the Campus

      California State University, Fresno, is a forward-looking and diverse institution located in California’s Central Valley, known for its agriculture, reasonable housing costs, cultural diversity, and proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada.

      The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land.

      The campus is ranked 36th in the nation by , and ranked in . The campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities – High research activities” university per .

      Fresno State’s Principles of Community

      These Principles were developed collaboratively by faculty, staff, and administrators. They exemplify what we aspire to be. Find out more about our Principles of Community .

      California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students’ intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. 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. Members of the University community are expected to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.

      Our Students

      California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

      Other Campus Information

      In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online at . Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police Department.

      A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. An offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation.

      The person holding this position is considered a “limited 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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

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