Lecturer in Global Arts, Media and Writing Studies: Summer 2024 - Merced, United States - University of California - Merced

    University of California - Merced
    University of California - Merced Merced, United States

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    Position overview



    Position title:
    Lecturer in Summer Session

    Salary range:
    A reasonable estimate for an initial appointment is $66,259. See Unit 18 Lecturer table for the salary range for this position. For current appointees, normal compensation will be based on the annual salary of the Unit 18 faculty NSF in effect as of June 30 of the calendar year in which summer session begins. Salary is prorated in accordance instructional workload calculation.

    Anticipated start:
    Anticipated Start Dates Vary by Session:

    Summer Session A: 5/27/2024

    Summer Session B: 6/23/2024

    Summer Session C: 7/7/2024

    Summer Session D: 5/27/2024

    Position duration:
    Duration through Summer Session 2024

    Application Window



    Open date: February 14, 2024



    Most recent review date: Wednesday, Feb 28, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

    Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.



    Final date: Monday, Jul 8, 2024 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 School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts seeks a lecturer(s) to teach courses in Global Arts, Media, and Writing Studies for Summer 2024 Sessions. Courses being offered may include but not limited to:

    Drawing I

    Painting I

    Video I

    Making Electronic Music

    Introduction to Music Studies

    Introduction to Film Analysis

    In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor is responsible for creating a syllabus, holding weekly office hours (2 hours/week), and grading examinations and/or papers.

    This is a limited-term appointment which falls under the purview of the agreement for the Lecturers Unit between University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and appropriate collective bargaining agreement. See the following url for additional information:

    For more information, please contact Paul Gibbons at

    Review of applications will begin 2/28/2024 and will remain open until the conclusion of the Summer Session.

    Summer Session A Dates: 5/27/ /3/2024

    Summer Session B Dates: 6/23/ /15/2024

    Summer Session C Dates: 7/7/ /15/2024

    Summer Session D Dates: 5/27/ /15/2024



    Qualifications



    Basic qualifications

    Advanced degree and experience teaching at the college or university level are required. Must have expertise in one of the areas of course offerings, and be able to provide a record of excellence in teaching.



    Application Requirements



    Document requirements
    • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

    • Cover Letter

    • Statement of Teaching - A teaching statement of no more than 500 words explaining how you have approached or would approach teaching the courses that you wish to teach. Please also indicate subject area of interest regarding teaching.

    • Sample Syllabus

    • A recent teaching evaluation



    Reference requirements
    • 3 required (contact information only)


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    About UC Merced


    The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students ), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence ).

    The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy.

    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. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs:



    Job location


    Merced, CA