Department of Public Health
Part-Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The Department of Public Health at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool.

We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student centered to teach in the following subject areas: 

• Global Health
• Environmental Health
• Epidemiology
• Health Education and Promotion
• Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
• Health Policy
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Public Health Leadership

This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master’s degree in Public Health or related field or equivalent experience working in a public health department or non-profit organization.
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students
• The ability to communicate effectively and work with culturally and ethnically diverse populations in community-based venues;
• Demonstrated ability/potential to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education to a diverse student population, including first‐generation college students;
• Record of scholarship in their respective area of specialization; and
• A demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Public Health practice experience with communities of diverse socio-cultural backgrounds in multiple settings.
• Public Health leadership experience.
• Preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant performance and professional experience.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration.
Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• Letter of interest or cover letter explaining expertise and what courses you are competent to teach and/or interested in teaching
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Official transcripts
• Diversity Statement - Brief statement (no more than 500 words) detailing how you envision your teaching will support the success of students from underrepresented racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, sexuality, and gender identity backgrounds.

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to: Lilia Espinoza, Chair, Department of Public Health at liespinoza@fullerton.edu  

ABOUT THE COLLEGE AND THE DEPARTMENT

The College of Health and Human Development values diversity and inclusion, collaboration, academic excellence, discovery, and accountability. We aspire to foster future leaders committed to equitable and best practices that improve the human condition in a diverse society. Our mission is to prepare students to thrive in a globalized era in their chosen field. We provide education, conduct research, and engage diverse communities to advance human health, development, and well-being.

The goals of the Department of Public Health are to:  (1) provide a broad-based undergraduate program that prepares graduates for entry-level public health positions and/or graduate education; (2) prepare Master-level professionals to assume leadership positions within their selected public health settings; (3) engage surrounding communities and diverse populations of interest to support health-enhancing activities; and (4) conduct innovative research that advances the practice of public health. The public health program offers a Bachelor of Science in Public Health in which students can choose to focus in one of five areas: (1) General Studies, (2) Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety, (3) Global Health, (4) Health Education and Promotion, and (5) Public Health Nutrition. The department also offers a Minor in Public Health. The Master of Public Health (MPH) degree offers specialized areas of study in (1) Community Health Promotion and (2) Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety. The MPH is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health.

California State University, Fullerton is a minority-serving institution and an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. CSUF fosters an inclusive environment within which students, faculty, staff, and administrators thrive. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR

The need for part-time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY

All part-time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association.  Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,007 - $6,359 per month
Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $5,925 per month

The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three-unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,008.40 to $7,110 per semester.

For a description of potential benefits, go to  https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/benefits/

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

CAMPUS & AREA

Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 41,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA

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, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Please note, that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check

OUT-OF-STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

TITLE IX

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