Job Description

MGMT 484-7: Foundations of Generative AI for Business Leadership

• Position: Lecturer - Academic Year
• Semester: Spring 2026
• Day/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
• Modality: In-person
• College: College of Business Administration
• Department: Management

The Department of Management at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Spring 2026 to teach MGMT 484-7: Foundations of Generative AI for Business Leadership.

Minimum qualifications:

• A master’s degree or higher in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment, or a master’s degree in another field combined with substantial professional experience in AI-enabled business applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of generative AI concepts and tools (e.g., large language models, prompt engineering, AI-assisted decision making) and their application to business contexts.
• Professional or teaching experience explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences, particularly managers or business leaders.
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to engage diverse student populations.
• Commitment to inclusive, ethical, and responsible use of AI in organizational and societal contexts.
• 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 terminal degree (Ph.D., D.B.A., or equivalent) in a relevant field or extensive senior-level industry experience in AI, digital transformation, product management, analytics, or technology-enabled strategy.
• Direct experience using or implementing generative AI tools in business settings (e.g., strategy, marketing, operations, finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, or knowledge work).
• Prior teaching experience in areas such as AI for business, digital transformation, analytics, information systems, strategy, or innovation.
• Familiarity with AI governance, ethics, risk management, and regulatory considerations relevant to organizational leadership.
• Experience designing applied, practice-oriented coursework (e.g., case studies, simulations, labs, projects, or executive-style learning activities).
• Experience working with industry partners, executive education, or professionally oriented graduate programs (e.g., MBA).
• Demonstrated interest in staying current with rapidly evolving AI technologies and integrating emerging tools into pedagogy.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application:

To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on January 5, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

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California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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. 

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 as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.  Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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