About the job
Lecturer in Science Illustration
Classification: Academic Year Faculty
Priority Screening Date: Open until filled
Recruitment Status: This position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants who are not hired at this time will remain in the pool for future consideration.
About California State University, Monterey Bay
California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a dynamic mid-sized university located on California's picturesque Central Coast, offering a rich array of undergraduate and graduate degrees. As part of the nation's largest four-year public university system, the California State University, CSUMB serves nearly 460,000 students annually.
Our vibrant and diverse student body, comprising over 7,000 students, makes CSUMB a proud Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to transforming student lives through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong focus on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB is dedicated to sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030.
The university's Strategic Plan emphasizes inclusive excellence, focusing on recruiting and investing in a diverse faculty, staff, and administration. Many enjoy the opportunity to live and work near the stunning shores of Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas stretching from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Collaborative research opportunities abound, including engagements with the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Silicon Valley, and partnerships with esteemed research institutions such as UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.
As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB boasts attractive benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on the East Campus and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With its proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, the opportunities for faculty, staff, and students are as limitless as the nearby Pacific Ocean.
Candidates for this position should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and student success at the university level. The ideal candidate will be adept at working with students, faculty, and staff from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Lecturers are expected to dedicate additional hours outside the classroom to support students, and specific assignments will depend on departmental needs. There may be opportunities to teach in a distance education format.