Lecturer in Astrobiology
University of California Los Angeles
United States

Recruitment Period

The UCLA Undergraduate Education Initiatives unit seeks a lecturer for Spring Quarter (AY 2020-21) to teach a seminar as part of the General Education UCLA Cluster Program.

This position includes developing and teaching a seminar course for freshman students with varied backgrounds focusing on a topic related to the evolution of life. Specifically, we are looking for a course on astrobiology. This position will involve working closely with students on their writing.

UCLA has a diverse student population in one of the more diverse cities in the nation; we particularly seek candidates who have taught similarly diverse students in a major research university.

Required Qualifications:
• An earned doctorate from an accredited university
• College-level teaching experience, especially to a General Education population
• Knowledge and training in biology and astrobiology
• Experience in teaching writing and composition

Preferred Qualifications:
• At least three years of college-level teaching experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be capable of delivering high-quality instruction to a diverse student body

Requirements:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching
• Proposed syllabus
• Names and contact information of two references

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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 the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Statement of Teaching
• Proposed syllabus

• 2 required (contact information only)