Lecturer in Biological Sciences

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,977 - 92,609; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Academic Jobs is looking for a Lecturer in Biological Sciences, offering a salary range of $70,977–$92,609. The role involves teaching courses related to Physiology, Molecular Biology, and more, in a supportive and diverse academic environment.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or be ABD with teaching experience and a commitment to student advancement. The position includes flexible scheduling for 1, 2, or 3 quarters. This role emphasizes recruitment of candidates dedicated to fostering diversity and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD with relevant teaching experience.
• Commitment to diversity in higher education.
• Strong research background in biology.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Biological Sciences.
• Maintain compliance with School policies on scheduling.
• Contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

Skills

Teaching philosophy

Diversity in education

Research experience

Evidence-based teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Biology or related field

Tools

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Evaluations

Job description

Position Overview

Position title: Lecturer

Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $70,977–$92,609. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position.

Application Window

Open date: January 12, 2026

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Tuesday, Jan 12, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position Description

The School of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego has occasional openings for temporary non‑tenure track lecturers (Unit 18) throughout the academic year. Courses in which lecturers are typically needed include undergraduate lower and upper‑division lecture courses in the areas of Physiology (BILD 2, BIPN 100 and BIPN 102), Metabolic (BIBC 102) and Structural Biochemistry (BIBC 100), Cellular and Molecular Biology (BILD 1, BIMM 100 and BICD 110), Genetics (BICD 100), Microbiology (BIMM 120), Python for biology (BILD 62), and Ecology/Evolution (BILD 3). Lab courses include Introductory Biology Lab (BILD 4), Recombinant DNA Techniques (BIMM 101), Biochemical Techniques (BIBC 103), Animal Physiology Lab (BIPN 105), Microbiology Lab (BIMM 121), Anatomy Lab (BIPN 103) and Bioinformatics Lab (BIMM 143).

We are especially interested in recruiting candidates committed to upholding the principles of community in higher education, and who will make a strong and meaningful contribution to the development of a campus climate that supports that commitment. Knowledge and/or demonstrated ability to address the educational and academic needs of a diverse student population, including effective teaching strategies for the advancement of students from groups who are underrepresented in higher education is an asset. Instructors for the School are encouraged to use instructional strategies tied to contemporary research on the science of teaching and learning (i.e. evidence‑based teaching).

Appointees must comply with School instructions, deadlines and policies regarding course scheduling, and may need to be flexible with regards to the scheduling of their classes to accommodate the limited space availability for classrooms during standard business hours. Appointments may be full or part time, for 1, 2, or 3 quarters in duration. In the application, specify the courses or academic area(s) in which you are qualified to teach.

The School of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego is a vibrant center of scientific discovery, innovation, and collaboration. Our large research base spans many areas of biology and has one of the most celebrated graduate programs in the country. We are committed to academic excellence and diversity within faculty, staff, and student body.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Ph.D. in Biology or related field (ABDs will be considered), or equivalent combination of education and 0.5 year of TA teaching experience, guest lecturing, teacher training or field work or expertise in a related area of research, including graduate and postdoctoral training.

Preferred qualifications

Candidates with research or college‑level teaching experience relevant to the course(s) to which they are applying are preferred. Applicants with prior college‑level teaching experience are strongly preferred; experience can be as a teaching assistant.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching - Describe your teaching philosophy, experience, and proposal for teaching. Please include:
  • Courses you are able/interested to teach
  • Specific examples of your philosophy in practice, and how evidence‑based or promising practices are used.
  • Reflections on your teaching. For example, what data or information do you or have you collected to identify if instructional approaches are working and how have you reflected on this information? How has your teaching changed in response?
  • A description of your most recent teaching‑related professional development, and how that has influenced your practice.
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Teaching Evaluations - Most recent teaching evaluations (including student comments, if available) if you have teaching experience (Optional)
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 1-6 required (contact information only)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 status under state or federal law.

Job Location

La Jolla, CA