California State University
School of Journalism Lecturer Pool 2024-2025 Job at California State University
California State University, San Diego, CA, United States, 92199
School of Journalism Lecturer Pool 2024-2025
Job no: 538790
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism
Description:
The School of Journalism & Media Studies in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool.
We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty lecturers to teach across the undergraduate curriculum in the following specializations:
-Advertising, including both skills-based and theory courses
-Media Studies, including the principles of media studies, media technology, and society, and creative uses of emerging media
-Journalism, including both skills-based and theory classes
-Public relations, including public relations writing (including digital/social media), principles of public relations, and applied research in Public Relations
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
Candidates should have earned a master's degree in journalism, mass communication, or a related field, or have substantial professional experience. Preference will be for those with teaching experience at the university level, experience in individualized instruction or a communications-related field and relevant media, and at least five years of full-time professional experience.
Criteria
Application Instructions
Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send the following items:
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 2023, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
Lecturer A: $5,007 - $6,359
Lecturer B: $5,925 - $12,594
Lecturer C: $6,500 - $13,831
Lecturer D: $8,184 - $14,487
Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to. Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact cphd@sdsu.edu.
As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable "OneSDSU" community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered.
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.
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.
SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
Advertised: Apr 25 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 01 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Job no: 538790
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism
Description:
The School of Journalism & Media Studies in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool.
We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty lecturers to teach across the undergraduate curriculum in the following specializations:
-Advertising, including both skills-based and theory courses
-Media Studies, including the principles of media studies, media technology, and society, and creative uses of emerging media
-Journalism, including both skills-based and theory classes
-Public relations, including public relations writing (including digital/social media), principles of public relations, and applied research in Public Relations
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
Candidates should have earned a master's degree in journalism, mass communication, or a related field, or have substantial professional experience. Preference will be for those with teaching experience at the university level, experience in individualized instruction or a communications-related field and relevant media, and at least five years of full-time professional experience.
Criteria
- Masters Degree in journalism, advertising, public relations, strategic communication, or related media fields, or bachelors in one of those fields with substantial industry experience
- Prior university teaching in journalism, advertising, public relations, or media studies
- Demonstrated knowledge of media industries as evidenced by professional experience, recent teaching, or an up-to-date portfolio of work
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 (3) professional references (New Employees Only)
- Cover letter (new employees only)
- Unofficial transcripts (new employees only)
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 2023, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
Lecturer A: $5,007 - $6,359
Lecturer B: $5,925 - $12,594
Lecturer C: $6,500 - $13,831
Lecturer D: $8,184 - $14,487
Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to. Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact cphd@sdsu.edu.
As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable "OneSDSU" community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered.
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.
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.
SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
Advertised: Apr 25 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 01 2025 Pacific Daylight Time