Lecturer Pool Ad - Physics and Astronomy

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 91,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at University of California, Irvine anticipates temporary lecturer openings for the 2026-2027 academic year. Positions are typically quarter-by-quarter and offered at varying percentages depending on courses assigned.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field and have a strong teaching record. Appointments may begin Fall, Winter, or Spring, with review dates and application requirements listed.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in Physics or a related field.
• Good teaching record.

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: $73,817 - $90,786

Application Window

Open date: September 4, 2026

Next review date: Saturday, Oct 3, 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 Department of Physics and Astronomy anticipates possible temporary positions for Lecturers for the 2026-2027 academic year. These positions usually become available as unexpected needs arise shortly before the start of a quarter. Positions are generally for one quarter at a time and are at varying percentages, depending on the number and nature of courses assigned.

Applicants must possess a Ph.D., and have a good teaching record. Appointments may be effective (Fall Quarter) October 1, 2026 (Winter Quarter) January 1, 2027 (Spring Quarter) April 1, 2027.

Completed applications must be submitted electronically through https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF10376 and must contain:

(1) Cover Letter
(2) CV
(3) Teaching Statement
(4) Scanned copies of teaching evaluations
(5) Three reference letters submitted through https://recruit.ap.uci.edu

Please reference JPF#10376 in the subject line of all correspondence.

Applications are welcome at any time. The review process is ongoing, and will continue until positions are filled. Applications received by September 1st will be given priority, but the position will remain open until filled.

Basic qualifications

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in Physics or a related field.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine 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.

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.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, CA