Lecturer Pool - Master of Climate Solutions - Rausser College of Natural Resources

Position overview

Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position. The current full-time salary range for this position is $70,977-$199,722.

Percent time: Appointments are typically part-time.

Anticipated start: Positions usually start in January, various times throughout the summer and August.

Review timeline: Applications will be accepted and reviewed for any department needs through April 14, 2027. Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. Applications are typically reviewed for fall course needs in April/May, spring course needs in October/November, and summer session course needs in January/February.

Position duration: Varied and may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.

Application Window

Open date: April 13, 2026

Next review date: Tuesday, Apr 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Apr 13, 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

The Master of Climate Solutions program (MCS) in the Rausser College of Natural Resources at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a one-year pool of qualified temporary lecturers to teach courses with a focus area of Climate Solutions. When a need arises, we seek lecturers who can teach/co-teach lecture, seminar, and/or laboratory courses in climate solutions, at the graduate levels.

MCS is committed to creating an inclusive environment, one that is supportive of all individuals, regardless of background. The program seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

General Duties:

In addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and maintaining a course website.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Labor Contract: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/index.html

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Advanced degree, or enrolled in an advanced degree program, at the time of application

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• Advanced degree required by the start date of the position.

Preferred qualifications

• The completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent international degree
• Documented experience in teaching one of the biological sciences at the college level is strongly preferred.
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter/ Statement of Teaching - 1-2 page cover letter. Please discuss any prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05346

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