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University of California - Santa Cruz

Literature Department: Lecturer Pool

University of California - Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061


Position overview

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.Position title:

Literature Pre-six LecturerSalary range:

A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $8,282 - $23,306 (based on salary points 1-36). Please see the UCSC Salary Scales and refer to the Non-senate Instructional (NSI) Unit 18 Pre-six Lecturer Academic Year scale. Instructional Workload Credit (IWC) valuation may vary, and the course salary will be adjusted accordingly. 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 unit's instructional need and the availability of funding.

This recruitment is valid for initial appointments made in fall quarter 2023 through fall quarter 2024.

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 WindowOpen date:

June 17, 2023Most recent review date:

Friday, Aug 25, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.Final date:

Friday, Jun 14, 2024 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 descriptionThe Department of Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers. The department offers courses in a broad range of areas including, but not limited to the following genres:English-language literatures, including American and British literaturesFrench and Francophone literatures (in French and in translation)German literature (in German and in translation)Greek and Latin literatures (in original and in translation)Italian literature (in Italian and in translation)Russian literature (in translation)Comparative literatureDigital humanitiesIndigenous literaturesNon-western literaturesPostcolonial literatureVisual, performative, sonic, filmic, and other mediaApplicants with a record of teaching excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.Internal candidates will be given priority consideration.QualificationsBasic qualifications

(required at time of application)Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign degree) in literature or related field.A minimum of one-year college-level teaching experience.Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover Letter - Informative letter of application that addresses your area of expertise, experience and range of teaching, and teaching philosophy.Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement addressing your understanding of the barriers facing traditionally underrepresented groups and your past and/or future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and professional or public service. Candidates are urged to review guidelines on statements before preparing their application.Syllabus or Description of Proposed Course (1 of 2 required)Syllabus or Description of Proposed Course (2 of 2 required)Syllabus or Description of Proposed Course (Optional)Syllabus or Description of Proposed Course (Optional)Teaching Evaluations (set 1 of 2 required)Teaching Evaluations (set 2 of 2 required)Teaching Evaluations (Optional)Reference requirements3 letters of reference requiredApplications 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.Apply link:

https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01532Help contact:

litrecru@ucsc.eduAbout UC Santa CruzThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check.UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees.The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.Job location:

Santa Cruz, California

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