Lecturer Pool Global Studies - ISSP - College of Letters & Science

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 70,977 - 101,198; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious public university is seeking a Lecturer for the Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Program in Global Studies. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses on topics such as World History and Peace Studies. Candidates should hold a PhD or be enrolled in a PhD program, with a focus on global studies or interdisciplinary teaching. The position promises an engaging academic environment and valuable teaching experience. Apply by Dec 29, 2025 for full consideration.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent international degree required at application.
• Preferred fields: peace and conflict studies, history, political science, etc.
• Experience with undergraduate teaching is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach World History and Global Studies courses.
• Hold office hours and assign grades.
• Interact with students via email and manage teaching assistants.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interdisciplinary approaches

Subject matter expertise

Education

PhD or equivalent international degree

Enrolled in PhD program

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer

Salary range: The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t15.pdf. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977- $101,198.

Percent time: Positions may range from 8% to 100% time during the academic year, while summer appointments are handled on a by-agreement basis.

Anticipated start: Positions usually start at the beginning of the semester (in mid-January for Spring Semester; in mid-August for Fall Semester). Summer appointments begin in late May and run into early August. UC Berkeley's academic calendar can be viewed at http://registrar.berkeley.edu/calendar.

Review timeline: Appointments for fall semester are usually reviewed in April and May, and in October and November for spring course needs, and summer course needs in March and April. The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists. See the review date specified in AP Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for a specific position. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.

Position duration: Semesters or Summer Sessions. Please note: These positions are temporary appointments with no guarantee of reappointment at the end of the term.

Application Window

Open date: December 12, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Dec 29, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Dec 11, 2026 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 Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Program at UC Berkeley offers an interdisciplinary undergraduate major in Global Studies. In addition, it houses the interdisciplinary Global Studies graduate program.

The Global Studies Program at the University of California, Berkeley invites applicants to apply to a pool of qualified temporary instructors.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• World History: a survey course in modern world history
• Special topics in Global Studies, such as humanities-related issues
• Regional courses (example, Africa, Asia, East Europe, Latin America, etc.) that address global themes
• Interdisciplinary approaches to global studies
• Peace and Conflict Studies
• Development Studies
• Critical Thinking and/or Theories and Methods courses
• Theories of Peace and Conflict Studies
• Contemporary Theories of Peace and Security
• Special topics in Peace & Conflict Resolution - including expertise in one of the following special topics: Mass Genocide, Cultural Repatriation through the Lens of Truth and Justice; Big Data and Global Security

In addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties may include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g. syllabus), writing exams, interacting with students outside of class time via email and/or a course web site, and managing teaching assistants.

Department: https://issp.berkeley.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application): PhD (or equivalent international degree), or enrolled in PhD or equivalent international degree-granting program at the time of application.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start): By position start date: PhD (or equivalent international degree).

Preferred qualifications: PhD in the fields of peace and conflict studies, history, political science, economics, sociology, geography or related fields. Academic experience with Peace and Conflict Studies, Global Studies, and/or interdisciplinary approaches to teaching, research or regional studies. A commitment to, and experience with, undergraduate teaching.

Application Requirements

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching
• Sample Course Syllabus/Syllabi
• Teaching Evaluations - Please provide teaching evaluations for most recent two semesters of non-Summer, non-Teaching Assistant positions (if available, otherwise include any evaluations). (Optional)

Reference requirements:

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Reference letters may be requested of finalists.

Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05175

Help contact: [e-mail]

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Aff 139. research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

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.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

Job location

Berkeley, CA