Question 1

What are the basic qualifications for this lecturer position?

Accepted Answer

Applicants must hold an M.A./M.S. (or equivalent) in biology, ecology, communications, environmental studies, environmental policy, natural resources management, or related field, plus a minimum of three years combined experience in: (1) college/university teaching ; (2) practitioner work on coastal/marine issues ; or (3) developing/facilitating trainings on conservation. Review academic CV tips for application.

Question 2

What courses will lecturers teach in the Coastal Science and Policy Program?

Accepted Answer

Graduate-level courses on coastal sustainability , including social sciences , facilitating change in institutions, coastal policy and governance, social inequality in conservation, coastal economics , statistics , experimental design, leadership, and communication. Expertise in climate change, natural resource management, and stakeholder engagement preferred. Explore lecturer career advice .

Question 3

What is the salary and employment terms?

Accepted Answer

Salary estimate: $8,872 for a standard five-credit course (salary point 1); Summer Session may vary. Percent time: Variable based on course load. Appointments quarterly (fall, winter, spring, summer), contingent on funding and need, valid Fall 2025-Fall 2026. No visa sponsorship . Internal candidates prioritized.

Question 4

How to apply for the lecturer pool?

Accepted Answer

Submit Curriculum Vitae , Cover Letter , and Teaching Statement via UC Recruit . Provide 2-4 confidential letters of recommendation . Open date: June 16, 2025; next review: Jul 16, 2025; final: Jun 16, 2026. Contact csp@ucsc.edu for help. See application best practices .

Question 5

Does UCSC offer visa sponsorship or prioritize certain candidates?

Accepted Answer

No employment-eligible immigration sponsorship . Internal candidates given priority . UCSC seeks candidates committed to inclusion and belonging for diverse students. Review career growth tips for UC roles.

Coastal Science and Policy Program: Lecturer Pool

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Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies (Environmental Justice)

Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies (Environmental Justice)

Adjunct Faculty, Geography

Lecturer in Human Geography

Lecturer in Human Geography

Associate Professor

Assistant Professor - Urban Geography

Geography (Adjunct/Part-time)

Adjunct Instructor 1 - Geography (Part-time, Temporary)

Part Time Faculty, Geography

Part-time HUMAN GEOGRAPHY Instructor

Part-time HUMAN GEOGRAPHY Instructor

Part Time Faculty, Geography

Lecturer Pool - Environment and Geography AY 2025/26

Coastal Science and Policy Program: Lecturer Pool