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Position overview

Position title :

Science Communication Pre-six Lecturer

Salary range :

A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $9,890 - $11,131 (based on salary points 6-10). Compensation for Summer Session courses may vary from courses taught during the academic year.

Percent time :

Variable, based on the course load assigned.

Anticipated start :

Appointments are contingent on the hiring unit's instructional need and the availability of funding. This recruitment is valid for initial appointments made in spring quarter 2025 through spring quarter 2026. Initial appointments with effective dates outside of this recruitment period will require an alternative open recruitment.

Position duration :

Appointments are typically made during one or more quarters of the regular academic year (fall, winter, and spring quarters), but they may also be made during Summer Session.

Application Window

Open date : January 16, 2025

Most recent review date : Monday, Feb 17, 2025 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 : Friday, Jan 16, 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 Science Communication Program at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers who may be appointed to teach various graduate and undergraduate-level courses. Course topics include science newswriting and editing, feature writing and editing, profile and essay writing, multimedia storytelling, and investigative and policy reporting. See the UCSC Course Catalog for a complete list and descriptions of the program's courses.

We seek applications from practicing journalists and science writers to teach graduate students the art and craft of science writing at a national, professional level. Lecturers will be expected to edit and guide student work to a professional standard, as well as inspire and promote student professional development. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Applicants with experience in public outreach are strongly encouraged to apply.

The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the inclusive excellence of the academic community through their teaching and other assigned duties.

The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.

Internal candidates will be given priority consideration.

Science Communication Program : https : / / scicom.ucsc.edu /

UCSC Course Catalog : https : / / catalog.ucsc.edu / en / current / general-catalog / courses / scic-science-communication /

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

required at the time the application is submitted)

B.A. / B.S. (or equivalent foreign degree) in science, English, journalism, or closely related field.

A minimum of one quarter (or semester) teaching experience at the college or university level and / or experience leading workshops and / or training exercises for science communication professionals.

A minimum of three published articles in professional science journalism.

Your application must demonstrate that you meet all of the basic qualifications when you submit your application . There are no exceptions to this requirement.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your journalistic qualifications, relevant areas of expertise, teaching experience, and interest in the position. Please discuss your professional editing experience and how you have fostered or would foster student professional development.

Relevant Published Writing Sample

Relevant Published Writing Sample

Relevant Published Writing Sample

Sample Course Syllabus (required)

Sample Course Syllabus (Optional)

Sample Course Syllabus (Optional)

Sample Course Syllabus (Optional)

Sample Course Syllabus (Optional)

Evaluations of Teaching (course 1 of 5) (Optional)

Evaluations of Teaching (course 2 of 5) (Optional)

Evaluations of Teaching (course 3 of 5) (Optional)

Evaluations of Teaching (course 4 of 5) (Optional)

Evaluations of Teaching (course 5 of 5) (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation

Apply link :

https : / / recruit.ucsc.edu / JPF01858

Help contact : ehayden@ucsc.edu

About UC Santa Cruz

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.

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.

Notice of Availability : In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), UCSC publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.

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 UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz, as outlined in campus policy CAPM 102.530.

UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.

The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work / life balance.

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.

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Santa Cruz, CA

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