Temporary Lecturer – Data Science Programs (HDSI/SCIDS)

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,977 - 132,039; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Academic Jobs is seeking a temporary lecturer to teach Data Science programs. The role requires a Master's degree or 5 years industry experience in a related field. Applications will be considered as teaching needs arise.

The position emphasizes creating an inclusive environment for students and faculty in data science education and research. Salary ranges from $70,977 to $132,039 annually.

For further inquiries, contact [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a field related to data science, such as computer science or statistics.
• Substitutable 5 years of industry experience can replace degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Teach Data Science Undergraduate and Graduate Programs.
• Develop a diverse and inclusive teaching environment.
• Support multiple initiatives related to data science.

Skills

Data analysis

Programming

Statistics

Machine learning

Database systems

Scalable systems

Data visualization

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer
Salary range: $70,977-$132,039 The posted UC academic salary scale set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step 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

Application Window

Open date: November 21, 2025
Most recent review date: Sunday, Apr 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date: Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position description

The Halicioğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI) at UC San Diego is seeking applicants for temporary lecturer position(s) to teach Data Science Undergraduate and Graduate Programs within HDSI during the 2025-26 academic year should needs arise. We seek applicants in all areas related to data science including data analysis, programming, statistics, machine learning, database systems, scalable systems, and visualization. UC San Diego is working on several other new initiatives related to data science and is committed to data science education and research.

The Data Science Undergraduate and Graduate Programs are committed to building an excellent, diverse, and inclusive faculty, staff and student body. In addition to the highest standards of scholarship, teaching, and professional activity, the position will support creating teaching and learning environments where everyone can fully participate and thrive.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and candidates will be contacted as teaching needs arise.

Basic qualifications

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a field related to data science, such as computer science or statistics. A minimum of 5 years industry experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching
• Student Evaluations/Peer Evaluations (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 0-2 required (contact information only)

Apply link

https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04377

Help contact

[e-mail]

About UC San Diego

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.

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.

The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all of its university-controlled properties.

Mandatory Mandates

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.

Job location

La Jolla, CA