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Lecturer in Urban Studies and Planning
Position overview
Position title: LecturerThe posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and if applicable, rank and/or step is Unit 18 Faculty Pre-Six Year Lecturers, Academic Year Salary Scale https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t15.pdf.
Application Window
Open date: April 26, 2024
Most recent review date: Thursday, Aug 29, 2024 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: Monday, Mar 31, 2025 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 Urban Studies & Planning within the School of Social Sciences at the University of California, San Diego, is seeking to make appointments at the Lecturer Academic Year (Unit 18-Non-Senate Faculty) level for both its majors: 1) Urban Studies and Planning and 2) Real Estate and Development.
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.
A complete description of the courses for which Lecturers are being sought may be found at the USP Course Site. In the cover letter, candidates must identify the specific course or courses they are applying to teach and quarters they are available.
The Urban Studies and Planning Program at the University of California, San Diego, is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.
The position is in-person and classes will be held on the UC San Diego campus.
Department website: https://usp.ucsd.edu/
Department: https://usp.ucsd.edu
Qualifications
Candidates must have completed a Master's or be in the all-but-dissertation stage of their PhD in urban studies or a related field. Relevant professional work experience of a minimum of five years may be substituted for an advanced degree.
Completion of a PhD in urban studies or a related field.
Application Requirements
Cover Letter - Please identify the specific course or courses you are applying to teach and quarters (Fall, Winter and/or Spring) that you are available.
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Teaching Evaluations
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.
Proof of Degree - Master's or Ph.D. - Or expected completion of degree by May 1, 2023. Provide copy of certificate, transcript or official letter from academic institution granted degree.
(Optional)
- 1 required (contact information only)
Help contact: dakerr@ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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