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Lecturer in Dinsoaurs: 2026-27

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
United States, California, Los Angeles
Jul 28, 2026
Position overview Salary range: See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $73,817-$76,032. (annual salary of 100%). This position will be part-time, equivalent to 50% time during two quarters (6 months). Application Window Open date: July 28, 2026 Next review date: Thursday, Aug 27, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Thursday, Aug 27, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date. Position description UCLA Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences (EPSS) seeks applications for a temporary lecturer position in the area of Geology for the 2026-27 academic year. Responsibilities will include lecturing, designing and developing laboratory exercises, conducting regularly scheduled office hours, writing and grading exams and problem sets, and training and supervising teaching assistants for a course in the evolution and extinction of dinosaurs. This course is a general education introductory course, which will provide a basic understanding and exploration of plate tectonics, dinosaur biology, evolution, and extinction. Lab sections with demonstrations accompany lectures. Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in Geology or equivalent discipline. Experience in teaching and/or practicing Geology with a field component at the college level is required. Experience in teaching general education courses similar to those offered by EPSS are strongly preferred. Applications will be accepted beginning July 28, 2026 until August 27, 2026 Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted online. This position is represented by the University Council - American Federation of Teachers. Internal applicants will be considered for reappointment prior to the consideration of external applicants. Qualifications Basic qualifications Ph.D. in Geology or equivalent discipline. Experience in teaching and/or practicing Geology with a field component at the college level. Preferred qualifications Experience in teaching general education courses similar to those offered by EPSS. Application Requirements Document requirements Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Statement of Teaching UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles Expand our reach as a global university Enhance our research and creative activities Elevate how we teach Become a more effective institution Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service Statement of Research (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Reference contact information is being requested of applicants. References may be asked to provide a letter of recommendation. Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11186 Help contact: sean@epss.ucla.edu About UCLA 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 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 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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, 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 Job location Los Angeles, CA