University of California-Santa Cruz

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department: Lecturer Pool

Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Pay
$8,872 – $12,281 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
June 30, 2026

About this position

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department: Lecturer Pool Position overview Position title: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Pre-six Lecturer Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $8,872-$12,281 (based on salary point 1-12). Compensation for Summer Session courses may vary from courses taught during the academic year. Percent time: Variable, based on the course load assigned. Anticipated start: Appointments are contingent on the hiring units instructional need and the availability of funding. This recruitment is valid for initial appointments made in fall quarter 2026 through fall quarter 2027. Initial appointments with effective dates outside of this recruitment period will require an alternative open recruitment. Position duration: Appointments are typically made during one or more quarters of the regular academic year (fall, winter, and spring quarters), but they may also be made during Summer Session. Application Window Open date: June 17, 2026 Next review date: Friday, Jul 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Aug 6, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position Description The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers who may be appointed to teach during the academic year or Summer Session. Outstanding candidates with experience teaching in the following specialties within biology are encouraged to apply: introductory biology, genetics, marine biology, population biology, ecology, evolution, plant biology, botany, organismal biology, animal or plant physiology, behavior, and field courses. The campus is especially interested in candidates who are committed to ensuring opportunity for students of all backgrounds and to fostering a community of inclusion and belonging through their teaching and other assigned duties. Special attention will be given to those with proven undergraduate teaching skills and/or experience as an independent instructor at the post-secondary level. The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position. Internal candidates will be given priority consideration. Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department: https://www.eeb.ucsc.edu/ Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at the time the application is submitted) Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign degree) in biology or related fields of study (e.g., ecology and evolutionary biology, conservation biology, environmental science, etc.). University level teaching experience. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications, interest in the position, and a description of the courses you are qualified to teach. Teaching Statement - Teaching statement appropriate for the students that enroll at UC Santa Cruz. Candidates are urged to review the statement guidelines before preparing their application. Evaluations of Teaching (set 1) Evaluations of Teaching (set 2) (Optional) Evaluations of Teaching (set 3) (Optional) Sample Course Material (sample 1) - E.g., course syllabus, handout, exam, etc. (Optional) Sample Course Material (sample 2) - E.g., course syllabus, handout, exam, etc. (Optional) Sample Course Material (sample 3) - E.g., course syllabus, handout, exam, etc. (Optional) Reference requirements3 letters of reference required Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation*. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System. *All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSCs confidentiality statement at https://academicpersonnel.ucsc.edu/confidentiality-statements/. Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF02077 Help contact: szak@ucsc.edu About UC Santa Cruz As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicants previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at jobaccommodations@ucsc.edu or (831) 459-4602. Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), UCSC publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and cri

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This listing
$12,281
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$3,108/ course, n=101
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$10,093/ course, n=302

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