Computer Science and Engineering Department: Lecturer Pool

University of California - Santa Cruz; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 9,986 - 20,908; Part time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Santa Cruz, California, seeks a Computer Science Engineering Pre-six Lecturer to teach various Computer Science and Engineering courses. Applicants should have a relevant advanced degree and teaching experience, with a focus on inclusive excellence in education. This is a temporary position with variable course load and duration, primarily during the academic year, starting in fall quarter 2025.

Qualifications

• M.B.A. or an M.S. degree (or equivalent) required.
• Experience in college-level teaching or TA experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach Computer Science and Engineering courses.
• Contribute to the curriculum needs of the department.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge in computer science

Education

M.B.A. or M.S. degree in relevant field

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Computer Science Engineering Pre‑six Lecturer

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five‑credit course is $9,986–$20,908 (based on salary points 5–30). 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.

Application Window

Open date: June 16, 2025

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Jul 16, 2025 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: Tuesday, Jun 16, 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 Computer Science and Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers who may be appointed to teach Computer Science and Engineering courses. Course topics include, but are not limited to, all areas of computer science and engineering: algorithms, analysis of algorithms, animation & visualization, architecture, artificial intelligence, assistive technology, computer literacy, computer programming, computer system design, database systems, data structures, digital design, embedded systems, graphics, machine learning, mobile and cloud computing, networks, programming languages, security, sensor technology, software engineering, knowledge management, information retrieval (or data mining), information technology systems design, operations research, entrepreneurship, services engineering, and product development.

Outstanding candidates with experience to teach courses in one or more of the above areas are 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. Appointments are temporary positions with end dates and are generally made one quarter at a time, based on the changing curricular needs of the department.

Internal candidates will be given priority consideration.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at the time the application is submitted)

• M.B.A. or an M.S. degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in computer engineering, computer science, economics, electrical engineering, industrial and systems engineering, management, operations research, statistics, or closely related or relevant field.
• Teaching experience demonstrated by college‑level teaching experience, TA experience, research presentations, and/or professional development training seminars.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter – Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Teaching Statement – Teaching statement appropriate for the students that enroll at UC Santa Cruz. Candidates are urged to review the statement guidelines before preparing their application.
• Teaching Evaluations – Course 1 (Optional)
• Teaching Evaluations – Course 2 (Optional)
• Teaching Evaluations – Course 3 (Optional)
• Sample Course Material (Optional)
• Sample Course Material (Optional)
• Sample Course Material (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 letters of reference required. Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation. Notes: your references, or any dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.
• All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party, direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at https://academicpersonnel.ucsc.edu/confidentiality-statements/.

Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01918

Help contact: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodations

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.

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at [e-mail] or (831) 459‑4602.

Job Location

Santa Cruz, California