California State University, East Bay
Location
East Bay Township, Michigan
Salary
$5,507 - $15,211 / YEAR
The lecturer will teach one or more lower or upper-division courses within the Department of Ethnic Studies. Responsibilities include delivering instruction in on-ground or online formats while maintaining a commitment to student success.
Candidates must hold an M.A., ABD, or Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies or a closely related field. Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching and provide letters of recommendation.
Faculty: Employment opportunity
One or more temporary, part-time lecturers for a pool from which instructors will be considered for appointments as they become available for Fall Semester 8/17/26 - 12/18/26, and/or Spring Semester 1/19/27 - 5/21/27.
The Department of Ethnic Studies offers cultural, historical, social science, and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of people of color in the US. We value an intersectional lens that accounts for race, gender, sexuality, and class. We offer courses in both on-ground and online formats. Our courses focus on Black Studies, Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies, American Indian Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, Comparative Ethnic Studies, and Genders and Sexualities in Communities of Color.
OF THE POSITION: Teaching one or more lower or upper-division courses. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay may include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and/or online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.
Lecturer. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Position appointment is subject to budgetary authorization.
The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
Lecturer AY (Range 2) - $5,507 - $6,677
Lecturer AY (Range 3) - $6,221 - $13,224
Lecturer AY (Range 4) - $6,825 - $14,523
Lecturer AY (Range 5) - $8,593 - $15,211
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.
Fall Semester begins August 17, 2026; Spring Semester begins January 19, 2027.
M.A., ABD, or Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies or closely related field. Demonstrated commitment to student success and innovative teaching.
Condition(s) of Employment
California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed and cleared prior to the start of employment. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that all faculty members will perform all of their duties within the state of California.
Satisfactory completion of a background check that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position.
All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate.
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The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Lecturer positions and we are not an E-Verify employer.
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Market context
In Michigan, part-time lecturer openings in Ethnic Studies are typically driven by course coverage needs and student demand for general education and diversity-focused classes. These roles are competitive because departments often look for candidates with an M.A., ABD, or Ph.D., evidence of innovative teaching, and strong recommendation letters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your teaching statement to the specific courses and student populations you can support.