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Lecturer- SSCI 301: Survey of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences (Fall 2024)

The California State University, San Marcos, California, us, 92079


Lecturer- SSCI 301: Survey of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences (Fall 2024)

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Job no:

541673Work type:

Instructional Faculty - Temporary/LecturerLocation:

San MarcosCategories:

Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time

SSCI 301: Survey of Interdisciplinary Social SciencesPosition:

Lecturer - Academic YearSemester:

Fall 2024Day/Time:

Three (3) sections available: (1) Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.; (2) Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.; (3) Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.Modality:

In-personCollege:

CHABSS - College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social SciencesDepartment:

Social SciencesThe Social Sciences Program at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2024 to teach SSCI 301: Survey of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences. The course introduces students to interdisciplinary thinking to examine central questions encountered over the life course related to, for example, becoming a person, group interaction, families, education, politics, and globalization. This course focuses on the ways these experiences are shaped by contemporary societal processes addressed by the social sciences, including gender, race and class, and sexuality. The course should introduce students to the idea of integrating social science perspectives from the program (Sociology, Political Science, History, Psychology, Anthropology, etc.) to address social problems.Course DescriptionIntroduction to the history, theories, and methods of the social sciences. Compares and contrasts the contributions of the social science disciplines to understandings and responses to the central riddles, challenges, and milestones encountered over the life course. Focuses on how these issues are shaped by contemporary societal processes addressed by the social sciences, including gender, race and class, and sexual preference.A master's degree in psychology, sociology, communication, history, political science, women’s studies, or another social science fieldPer 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 employmentPreferred qualifications:A doctorate in psychology, sociology, communication, history, political science, women’s studies, or another social science fieldExperience teaching from an interdisciplinary perspective in a higher education settingExperience teaching in their area of social science expertise in a higher education settingExperience teaching psychology courses in a higher education settingPreference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and/or intercultural competence with diverse groups in relation to teaching.Salary commensurate with degree level and experienceAnticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,007 - $6,359 per full-time monthCSU Classification Salary Range: $5,007 - $12,594 per full-time monthApplication:To apply, please prepare to submit the following:Your completed faculty applicationCurriculum Vitae (uploaded)Contact information for three current referencesLetter of interest (uploaded)Timeline:

A review of applications will begin on August 19, 2024; however, the position will remain open until filled.The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

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