Lecturer in Chemistry and Biochemistry

Lecturer in Chemistry and Biochemistry Santa Barbara, CA Job Details Full-time $70,977 - $95,388 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Teaching chemistry Lecture-based instruction Master's degree in chemistry Organic chemistry Learning technology Working with graduate students Supervising experience Doctor of Philosophy Biochemistry Master of Science University teaching experience Master of Arts Classroom experience Chemistry Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Job #

JPF03013

Chemistry and Biochemistry / College of Letters & Science - Mathematical, Life, and Physical Sciences / UC Santa Barbara

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title: Lecturer Salary range: See Table 15 Unit 18 Faculty Pre-Six Lecturers for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full time rate for this position at 100% time is $70,977 - $95,388.

Percent time:

up to 100%

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: April 9, 2026 Next review date: Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date:

Wednesday, Mar 31, 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 Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a pool of qualified lecturers to teach courses and labs in chemistry and biochemistry. Main duties for this pool of lecturers will include teaching courses and/or labs in general, organic, biochemistry or inorganic chemistry depending on the needs of the department. There may be the possibility of occasional upper-division teaching opportunities. Duties may also include supervision of graduate teaching assistants. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The availability of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. Percent time of appointments may vary. The posting will remain open until March 31, 2027 to accommodate department needs. If you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

Please note:

The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the next review date specified in UC Recruit to indicate the next potential upcoming opening. If there is no future review date showing, your application may not be considered at this time.

Department :

https://www.chem.ucsb.edu/ QUALIFICATIONS Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have completed or be enrolled in a M.A .or M.S. degree program in chemistry or related field at the time of application. Additional qualifications (required at time of start) M.A. or M.S. degree must be conferred by the date of appointment. Preferred qualifications PhD degree desired Ability to organize and instruct chemistry labs and lectures Teaching experience at the college level in chemistry is desired Ability to organize and effectively communicate course content and learning outcomes, ability to engage diverse population of students Knowledge and use of technology in the classroom, such as iclicker, and other active learning methods

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Teaching Reference requirements 3 required (contact information only) Provide the names and contact information for 3 references. UCSB will contact those references only for candidates being interviewed.

Apply link:

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ABOUT UC SANTA BARBARA

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 for Employees, students and third parties

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JOB LOCATION

Santa Barbara, California