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Lecturer in Film and Media Studies

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer
Salary range: See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time (100%) annual rate for this position is $68,247 - $72,404. Percent appointments may vary.
Percent time: Positions range from 33-66% time for one quarter.
Position duration: From one quarter to two quarters.

Application Window

Open date: October 20, 2024

Next review date: Monday, Nov 4, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Mar 31, 2025 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

Areas of Specialization: history, critical analysis, and theory of film, television, and digital media; electronic media/film production; screenwriting.
Applications are invited for anticipated academic teaching positions in Winter, Spring, and Summer quarters in the above-mentioned areas. This is a call to constitute a pool of candidates; actual positions become available depending on curricular needs and external candidates will only be considered as teaching needs arise.
Apply by November 4, 2024 for Winter quarter consideration. The posting will remain open until March 31, 2025 to accommodate department needs. Please note: The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the review date specified in UC Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for an upcoming opening. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.
The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD or MFA degree in Film, Television, or related Media Practices, or at least five years of professional experience for screenwriting and production courses.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Instructor of record at the college or university level for at least one year, or commensurate professional creative experience in any of the specified fields (history, critical analysis, and theory of film, television, and digital media; electronic media/film production; screenwriting).

Preferred qualifications

A Ph.D. in Film and Media Studies or a related field is preferred for candidates applying to teach courses in Critical Studies.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter - Your cover letter should include a discussion of qualifications and experience

  • Description of Proposed Courses - Describe your proposed film analysis and theory courses

  • Sample Course Syllabi - Please upload 2-3 proposed course syllabi fitting the courses described based on your own area of expertise.

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Teaching Evaluations (Optional)

  • Diversity Statement - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. (~200 words)
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)

Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3 references. The department will conduct a reference check for the finalist before extending an offer.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02864

Help contact: savannah@filmandmedia.ucsb.edu

About UC Santa Barbara

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 University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA