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University of California Santa Cruz
Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology Department: Laboratory Lecturer Pool
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What they do
A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$94,950 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology Department:
Laboratory Lecturer Pool Position overview Position title: Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology Laboratory Pre-six Lecturer Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $9,138- 11,576 (based on salary points 2-10).
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 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 Most recent review date: Friday, Jul 17, 2026 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, 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 Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers who may be appointed to teach undergraduate laboratory courses in the department (see the UCSC Course Catalog for course descriptions). Teaching assistants may be assigned to assist instructors as needed, and will be supervised by the instructor. Outstanding candidates with experience teaching general microbiology or anatomy and related courses are encouraged to apply. 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. Internal candidates will be given priority consideration.Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology Department :
https://www.metx.ucsc.edu/ Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at the time the application is submitted) Master's degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or a related field. Minimum of one year of university teaching experience. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae- Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter
- Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position and 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. Course Evaluations (set 1) (Optional) Course Evaluations (set 2) (Optional) Reference requirements 2-3 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.
Apply link:
https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF02080 Help contact: metxadmn@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 applicant's 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.