Lecturer in Natural Sciences: Physics AY 2026-2027

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an initial appointment is $70,977. See Unit 18 Lecturer table for the salary range for this position. These are academic year appointments and subject to the normal processes of academic review. Salary is prorated in accordance instructional workload calculation. Anticipated start: Academic Year: 7/1/2026 Fall Semester: 8/1/2026 Spring Semester: 1/1/2027 Position duration: Duration through Academic Year: 2026-27

Application Window

Open date: March 4, 2026 Most recent review date: Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 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: Thursday, Mar 4, 2027 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

Applicants internal to the UCM Department of Physics who had an appointment in 2025-2026 and apply by the 'Initial Review Date' of 3/20/2026 will be considered prior to all other applicants.

The School of Natural Sciences anticipates hiring full and part-time lecturer positions to teach the following subjects in AY 2026-2027:

• Introductory Physics I for Physical Sciences
• Introductory Physics I for Physical Sciences Lab
• Introductory Physics II for Physical Sciences
• Introductory Physics II for Physical Sciences Lab
• Introductory Physics I for Biological Sciences
• Introductory Physics I for Biological Sciences Lab
• Introductory Physics II for Biological Sciences
• Introductory Physics II for Biological Sciences Lab
• Other courses as needed

In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor will be evaluating student work and exams, calculating and posting grades, holding regular posted office hours each week, organizing and maintaining course information on learning management systems, and supervising Teaching Assistants and Learning Assistants.

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 current Lecturers Unit (IX) bargaining agreement for additional information.

Appointments for AY 2026/2027 and/or Fall 2026 semester are reviewed in April, and for Spring 2027 semester are reviewed in October. The posting will remain open through February 2027 to accommodate upcoming course needs and new applicants.

Academic Year: 7/1/2026-6/30/2027 Fall Semester: 8/1/2026-12/31/2026 Spring Semester: 1/1/2027-5/31/2027

For more information, please contact SNS Personnel at snspersonnel@ucmerced.edu.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Advanced degree in Physics or related field and experience teaching at the college or university level is required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

New Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching - List of SNS courses currently listed on the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 schedules for which you feel you have the qualification to perform the duties of the primary or secondary instructor. Be sure to list your level clearly for each course.
• List of References - List of three references including mailing address, email address, and phone number. (Optional)
• Teaching Evaluations - If available (Optional)
• Authorization to Release Information Form - 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 or discrimination, as defined by the employer. Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02080

Help contact: snspersonnel@ucmerced.edu