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University of California Berkeley
Lecturer Pool - Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering - College of Chemistry
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What they do
A Chemistry Professor teaches foundational chemistry 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 chemistry curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$97,993 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Lecturer Pool
- Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
- College of Chemistry Position overview Position title: Lecturer Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay at appointment. See the following table for the current salary scale for this position [ T15 ]. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977
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Percent time:
Positions may range from part-time to full-time.Anticipated start:
Positions usually start in January, various times throughout the summer, and in August.Review timeline:
Applications are typically reviewed for summer session course needs in April, fall course needs in May, and in November for spring course needs. Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this pool does not guarantee that a position is available.Position duration:
Appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis. Reappointments are dependent on departmental needs.Application Window Open date:
May 12, 2026 Most recent review date: Wednesday, May 27, 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:
Wednesday, May 12, 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 Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary instructors to teach undergraduate courses in all areas within chemical and biomolecular engineering, though candidates with experience in biochemical engineering laboratory will receive special consideration, should an opening arise. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the department. This position is in a represented bargaining unit. The vibrant community of CBE is situated within the College of Chemistry, a small college within a large campus, with a connected and collegial feel. The College provides comprehensive student support services including peer tutoring, professional advising, career placement, and drop-in counseling. Award-winning student groups including chapters of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), American Cancer Society (ACS) and Chemical Engineering Car (Chem-E-Car) enhance the student experience, and faculty members mentor students in clubs and teams in biofuels technology, cosmetics formulation, phytoremediation, and research projects. General Duties Classroom/laboratory teaching and preparation, managing and mentoring graders and/or graduate student instructors (teaching assistants), holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and using Cal's electronic resources for course management. Union contract : https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-units/non-senate-instructional/contract/ Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) A bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in a bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) program. Additional qualifications (required at time of start) A bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) and 2 years of experience in a laboratory course setting and/or research/professional experience. Preferred qualifications A PhD degree (or equivalent international degree) in chemical engineering or a related field, and prior teaching experience. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae- Your most recently updated C.
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