University of California - Berkeley, Interdisciplinary Studies Field Major
Lecturer
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | California, United States |
Position: | Lecturer |
Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies
The Interdisciplinary Studies Field Major (ISF) at UC Berkeley is an individualized, research driven
program in the Office of Undergraduate and Interdisciplinary Studies (UGIS). ISF seeks
applications for a full time Lecturer to teach Senior Thesis Seminars, Research Methods
Seminars, and thematic courses (lower and upper division). Full time Lecturers are also
expected to hold regular office hours. The position will begin academic year 2017-2018, with
the possibility of renewal.
Basic Qualifications: Applicants must have completed all PhD degree requirements except the
dissertation or equivalent, at the time of application.
Additional Qualifications: A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required by the start date in a
discipline of the social sciences or humanities (including but not limited to anthropology,
sociology, history, politics, economics, public health, education, literature, visual culture,
philosophy).
Preferred: Basic knowledge of statistical methods is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will
have significant interdisciplinary research experience of their own in one more of these fields
and disciplines, and have teaching experience in one or more of these (or other) disciplines, or
in an Interdisciplinary Studies program. Candidates who work on health and illness, visual
culture, gender, and general interdisciplinary topics outside the United States are especially
encouraged to apply.
Salary is commensurate with experience, starting at the full time annual salary rate of $52,099
ISF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher
education through their teaching or research. Qualified women and members of
underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to
support employees as they balance work and family.
To apply, please go to the following link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01303
Applicants should submit:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• One to three course syllabi emphasizing methodology and research in the social
sciences and humanities
• Contact information only of two professional references. Letters of reference will only
be solicited for finalists
All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state
law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e.,
dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality
http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html prior to submitting their letters.
The posting will remain open until filled.
Please direct all inquires to Dr. Rakesh Bhandari at bhandari@berkeley.edu.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity statement:
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.
Contact: |
Please direct all inquires to Dr. Rakesh Bhandari at bhandari@berkeley.edu. |
Website: | http://live-isf.pantheon.berkeley.edu/isf-research-fields |
Primary Category: | Social Sciences |
Secondary Categories: | Anthropology Humanities Political History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 02/24/2017 |
Closing Date | 03/23/2017 |