Lecturer, Master of Science in Business Analytics program 2026-2027

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 153,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California, Davis invites applications for lecturer positions in the Masters in Business Analytics program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Courses vary and the appointment is part-time and renewable based on teaching needs.

Most teaching occurs in person in San Francisco, with the Davis campus home base. Responsibilities include delivering course material, adapting to program needs, and providing evidence of teaching ability.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in relevant area or 10 years+ of relevant work experience.
• Expertise in artificial intelligence.
• Expertise in business analytics.

Education

Master's degree in relevant area

PhD in relevant area

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $79,887 -$153,069.

Application Window

Open date: August 4, 2026

Next review date: Friday, Sep 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 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 Graduate School of Management at the University of California, Davis, seeks instructors to teach one or more course in the Masters in Business Analytics program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Course curricula will vary depending on needs that arise throughout the academic year.

Lecturers are selected to fill occasional specialized teaching needs that are part-time and temporary in nature. In any given year, open positions and requirements for individuals to fill them will vary. This appointment is renewable contingent on continuing department teaching needs and demonstration of excellence in teaching. Compensation and the duration of the appointment will depend on the number of courses assigned and the number of units per course. The courses are taught primarily in person in San Francisco .

Application materials for this lecturer position should include a cover letter, vitae/resume, evidence of teaching ability, Authorization to Release Information Form and contact information for two references. This recruitment will have an initial review date; however, the position will remain open until filled. Only completed applications will be reviewed.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Masters degree in relevant area of study, or 10 years or more of relevant work experience.

Additional qualifications

Expertise in artificial intelligence, expertise in business analytics

Preferred qualifications

PhD in relevant area of study, and 10 years or more of relevant work experience.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated C.V or Resume.
• Evidence of Teaching - Examples include course materials, syllabi, or course evaluations
• Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements

• 2-3 required (contact information only)

About UC Davis

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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• "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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affimative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into UC RECRUIT as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration.

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

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.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check.

The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and students. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service are embodied by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values. A variety of resources and programs are available to academics, staff, and students that reflect the core values reflected in our strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400.

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The University of California and UC Davis are committed to offering a wide variety of benefits for employees. The University of California Employee benefits and UC Davis New Employee benefits webpages have additional information.

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Job location

Davis, CA