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University of California, San Diego
Lecturer in Sociology AY 2026-2027
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What they do
A Sociology Professor teaches foundational sociological ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$98,973 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Position overview Position title: Lecturer Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $70,977
- $82,284.
Application Window Open date:
April 20, 2026 Most recent review date: Monday, Aug 10, 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, Sep 11, 2026 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 Sociology [https://sociology.ucsd.edu/] at UC San Diego has occasional openings for temporary non-tenure track lecturers (Unit 18) throughout the academic year. Teaching expectations are based on the needs of the department including large, introductory courses in applicants' sub disciplines and possibly upper and lower division courses, related to their own research interests. The full list of courses offered by the Department of Sociology can be found in the online course catalog [https://catalog.ucsd.edu/courses/SOC.html]. Candidates must identify the specific course or courses they are applying to teach and quarters they are available. Responsibilities entail the effective instruction of students, teaching classes in accordance with course objectives and published schedules, advising students on academic matters and maintaining an active interest in the advances/current thinking in their subject area.Department :
https://sociology.ucsd.edu/admin/academic-personnel/employment.html Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants are required to have an MA in Sociology or an MS, MSW or JD in related fields with (two years required) relevant experience to the course(s) to which they are applying to teach. Preferred qualifications Among applicants with a PhD, those with teaching experience are preferred; experience includes graduate teaching (2-5 years). Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae- Your most recently updated C.
Statement of Teaching Teaching Evaluations:
- Most recent Teaching evaluations (including student comments, if available) (Optional) Sample Syllabi (Optional) Reference requirements 1-4 letters of reference required Apply link: https://apol-recruit.
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