Overview
Position: Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Department of Mathematics
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Fresno
Department: Mathematics
Position Summary
The department seeks qualified candidate(s) to teach undergraduate courses such as:
College Algebra, Pre-calculus, Introductory Statistics
Calculus and upper division statistics and applied mathematics courses
Or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students
Instructor Responsibilities
Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes. The Department of Mathematics offers in-person courses only.
Conditional Appointment
Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the "Order of Work," or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.
Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for Temporary Faculty positions).
Compensation
Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers).
The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master's degree is $5,507-6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term.
Anticipated Semester
The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.
Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026;
Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027
Required Qualifications
Education : A Master's Degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics; or a closely related field with similar graduate level mathematics coursework.
Experience
Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Demonstrated commitment to developing a welcoming and supportive learning environment.
Evidence of successful teaching experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications
A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
Experience with implementing active learning teaching techniques in mathematics and statistics courses.
A solid mathematical background.
A Ph.D. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or Statistics is required for teaching upper division mathematics or statistics courses.
Application Procedures
A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early as May 15, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.
Deadline is June 15, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2026 hiring.
Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
Projected Job Announcement for 2026-2027 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2027.
Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, Create an Applicant Profile, or Login if you have already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching;
Curriculum vitae;
Names and contact information of at least three professional references are a part of the online application. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation.
Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.
Inquiries
For inquiries please contact Dr. Carmen Caprau, Chair, E-mail: ccaprau@mail.fresnostate.edu
The position advertised will remain open until filled. Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in this pool for future consideration.
About The Campus
California State University, Fresno is a forward-looking and diverse institution located in California's Central Valley.
Fresno State is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. Fresno State is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
Additional campus information, background checks, and campus policies are provided as part of the standard hiring process. A background check may be required. Acknowledgement of campus safety policies and related information is required by law.
Advertised: 08 Apr 2026 Pacific Daylight Time | Applications close: Open until filled
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