Program: Environmental Science and Resource Management
Rank: Lecturer Faculty
Title: Lecturer in Environmental Science and Resource Management

About the University:

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among “Regional Universities West” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th “Most Transformative College” by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success.

Located in Ventura County, CSUCI serves a diverse community of over 4,880 undergraduate and graduate students. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, the university ensures personalized learning and meaningful connections between students and educators. Offering 26 bachelor’s degree programs, CSUCI provides a wide range of academic opportunities designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and global leadership.

CSUCI is dedicated to supporting its students both academically and financially. In fact, 81% of students receive financial aid, and nearly 59% are first-generation college students. Additionally, 52% of students are Pell Grant eligible, reflecting the university’s commitment to providing access to higher education. As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), CSUCI embraces a vibrant cultural community, with 61% of its undergraduate students identifying as Latinx, alongside other racial and ethnic groups that enrich the campus experience. CSUCI’s efforts to advance Latinx student success have earned it the prestigious “Seal of Excelencia” from Excelencia in Education.

With a focus on critical inquiry, innovative learning, and social justice, CSUCI is also taking proactive steps to diversify its faculty and confront systemic challenges to equity. This dedication creates an environment where every voice is valued, and students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Whether through its strong academic offerings, supportive community, or transformative opportunities, CSUCI provides a unique and rewarding experience for students ready to shape their future and make a lasting impact on the world.

CSUCI Mission Statement:

Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives.

CSUCI’s Commitment to You:

CSUCI is committed to helping newly hired faculty develop a sense of belonging in a collaborative and supportive community dedicated to providing resources and opportunities for establishing and sustaining a research agenda and engaging in continuous improvement in equitable teaching and learning.

About the Program:

The Environmental Science and Resource Management (ESRM) Program at CSU Channel Islands is an interdisciplinary, field- and lab-intensive program that integrates natural and social sciences to prepare students for leadership in environmental problem solving. ESRM emphasizes hands-on learning, applied research, and community engagement across diverse ecosystems from coastal and marine environments to watersheds and urban systems. Faculty and students work collaboratively with regional partners to address pressing environmental challenges such as climate resilience, environmental justice, conservation, and sustainable resource use. The program is known for its experiential approach, small class sizes, and commitment to fostering equity, scientific literacy, and civic engagement among its students.

About the Position:

The Environmental Science and Resource Management (ESRM) Program at California State University Channel Islands is seeking qualified applicants for its lecturer faculty pool. Positions may become available to teach undergraduate lecture, laboratory, or field courses in environmental science, resource management, geomorphology, hydrology, land use, GIS, remote sensing or related disciplines. Assignments may include introductory or upper-division courses depending on program needs.

Minimum Degree Requirements:

Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Geography, Geology, Conservation Biology, Environmental Studies, Data Science or a closely related field.

Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college or university level
Commitment to student-centered, inclusive pedagogy that supports diverse learners

Demonstrated ability to teach within the interdisciplinary framework of environmental science and resource management
Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Hydrology, Geology, Earth Science, Data Science, GIScience, or related discipline
Experience teaching laboratory or field-based environmental science courses
Professional or applied experience in environmental monitoring, climate systems, coastal or watershed management, or GIS applications

Demonstrated commitment to community engagement, experiential learning, and equity in higher education

Responsibilities:

Lecturer faculty are responsible for preparing course materials, delivering engaging instruction, assessing student learning, and supporting CSUCI’s mission of integrative, experiential, and inclusive education.

Application Deadline:

Screening of applications will begin 11/24/25. Priority will be given to applicants who submit applications prior to the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

Curriculum vitae/Resume
Cover letter
A statement describing your experience mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional growth.

In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates.

Submit all required materials to the CSUCI Careers application web address below:
http://jobs.csuci.edu

Compensation:

California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules (anticipated hiring ranges)

Range 2: $5,507-$6,677
Range 3: $6,221-$13,224
Range 4: $6,825-$14,523
Range 5: $8,593-$15,211

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

The University offers robust employee benefits. Please see the following link for more information (https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf).

General Information:

Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.

At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.

The person holding this position may be 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.

Per CSU-wide policy (https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/faculty-staff/labor-and-employee-relations/Documents/unit3-cfa/CFA-Out-of-State-Employment-MOU-12-16-2021.pdf), all faculty are required to perform their work from within the State of California.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU Channel Islands complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

The CSU Channel Islands is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At CSU Channel Islands, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Faculty Affairs at academicpersonnel@csuci.edu.

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