Humanities Division: Humanizing Technology Lecturer Pool

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $9,986-$13,420 (based on salary points 5-15). Compensation for Summer Session courses may vary from courses taught during the academic year. 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 2025 through fall quarter 2026. 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.

Position Description: The Humanizing Technology Certificate Program in the Humanities Division at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers who may be appointed to teach one or more courses for the divisionally sponsored certificate program. Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Humanities, the selected candidates will be appointed to teach in one or more of the following areas: humans and machines, ethics and technology, language and technology, race and technology, technologies of representation, and artificial intelligence and human imagination. Candidates should be willing to teach both large lecture courses and seminars, courses that include a large discussion component, and they must be able to deliver on-line instruction if the need arises. Applicants with expertise in linguistics, philosophy, human computer interaction, engineering, computer science, AI, critical race and ethnic studies are strongly encouraged to apply. The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the inclusive excellence of the academic community through their teaching and other assigned duties. Internal candidates will be given priority consideration. The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.

Qualifications: Basic qualifications (required at the time the application is submitted) A Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign degree) in Philosophy, Engineering, Linguistics, Critical Race or Ethnic Studies, or a related field. A minimum of three years' teaching experience at the college or university level. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated CV. Cover Letter - Letter of application that addresses 1) your educational and if applicable, research background; 2) your teaching experience at the college or university level; and 3) your experience teaching large lecture and seminar courses, courses with a large discussion component, and on-line courses. Statement of Teaching - Teaching statement appropriate for the students that enroll at UC Santa Cruz. Candidates are urged to review the statement guidelines before preparing their application. Sample Syllabus (1 of 2 required) Sample Syllabus (2 of 2 required) Sample Syllabus (1 of 2 optional) (Optional) Sample Syllabus (2 of 2 optional) (Optional) Course Evaluations (1 of 4 optional) (Optional) Course Evaluations (2 of 4 optional) (Optional) Course Evaluations (3 of 4 optional) (Optional) Course Evaluations (4 of 4 optional) (Optional) Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01928 Help contact: humanities@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. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at jobaccommodations@ucsc.edu or (831) 459-4602. Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), UCSC publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States. The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz. UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution. The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location: Santa Cruz, CA