Lecturer — Innovation for Impact: Food Systems (EBS 189F)

University of California - Davis

Davis (CA)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 78,000

Part time

5 days ago

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Job summary

University of California - Davis seeks a qualified lecturer to teach the Winter Quarter 2027 Special Topics course in Biological Systems Engineering: Innovation for Impact, focusing on food systems. The appointment is 33% FTE and taught in person on the main campus in Davis, CA.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and demonstrated teaching excellence, with PhD preferred. Salary ranges from $73,817 to $78,314, with application materials including CV and teaching statement.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Biological Systems Engineering, Food Science, or related field required.
Evidence of teaching excellence or potential for excellence in undergraduate education.
Preferred: PhD in Biological Systems Engineering, Food Science, or related field; experience with Lean LaunchPad, I-Corps, or similar methods.

Responsibilities

Teach Special Topics in Biological Systems Engineering: "Innovation for Impact: Food Systems" (EBS 189F, 4 units) in Winter Quarter 2027.
Course taught in person on UC Davis campus in Davis, CA.
Appointment is 33% FTE for Winter Quarter 2027 (Jan 4, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027).
Teach customer discovery and venture development concepts applied to agriculture and food systems.