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Lecturer - BIOL 354: Principles of Ecology (Fall 2026) Job No: 560046 Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Locations: San Marcos Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Natural Sciences BIOL 354: PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY Position: Lecturer Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Modality: In-person College: College of Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics Department: Biological Sciences The Department of Biological Sciences at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach BIOL 354: Principles of Ecology. Course Description: Discussion of major concepts in population, community, and evolutionary ecology including population growth and regulation, competition, predation, energetics, adaptations, and diversity. Minimum qualifications: A master's degree or equivalent professional experience in Biological Sciences or related fields Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. Preferred qualifications: A doctorate or equivalent in Biological Sciences, and related fields Experience teaching similar courses in 4-year universities Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service. Salary commensurate with degree level and experience: Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,008 per full-time month The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges (eff 7/1/24): CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month Th
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