Full-Time College Writing Lecturer — Path to Continuing Status

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 68,247 - 103,231; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in La Jolla, CA seeks a Lecturer for a non-tenure track position focused on teaching writing in seminar-style classes. The role requires an MS or MA degree in a relevant field and at least one year of teaching experience. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills and an understanding of curriculum development. This position offers a reasonable salary range of $68,247-$103,231 and is eligible for continuing status after 18 quarters of teaching. Application deadline is December 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold an MS or MA degree or be on track to graduate by May 2026.
• At least one year of teaching experience is required.
• Experience with using a Learning Management System is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lecturers teach writing and course content in seminar-style classes.
• They assess student work for performance evaluation.
• Support graduate TAs in large lecture courses.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Curriculum development

Education

MS or MA degree in Composition, Rhetoric, Writing Studies, or related field

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

A prestigious university in La Jolla, CA seeks a Lecturer for a non-tenure track position focused on teaching writing in seminar-style classes. The role requires an MS or MA degree in a relevant field and at least one year of teaching experience. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills and an understanding of curriculum development. This position offers a reasonable salary range of $68,247-$103,231 and is eligible for continuing status after 18 quarters of teaching. Application deadline is December 1, 2026.