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Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Lecturer Pool 2026 - 2027

SDSU College of Engineering, San Diego, CA, United States


Overview
Job Opportunities
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Lecturer Pool 2026 - 2027

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the College of Sciences at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their full-time and part-time lecturer pool. We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in the following area: Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Responsibilities
Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time. Appointments from the part-time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and ends late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply.

Qualifications

Graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and other related fields (in some cases, a Bachelor degree in areas listed but with experience in teaching and coordinating labs)

University teaching experience

Demonstrated currency in subject matter

Application Instructions
Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send the following items:

Curriculum Vitae

Contact information for three professional references (new employees only)

Cover letter (new employees only)

Unofficial transcripts (new employees only)

Salary and Rank
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677

Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224

Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523

Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211

Inquiries
For application inquiries, please email Rob Queen at cheminfo@sdsu.edu

Equal Opportunity
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. San Diego State University provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. SDSU complies with applicable civil rights laws. We prohibit discriminatory practices in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Additional Information
Advertised: Apr 17, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Open until filled

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