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Lecturer in Computer Science
Position overview
Position title: LecturerApplication Window
Open date: July 10, 2025
Next review date: Friday, Aug 15, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Mar 31, 2026 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 Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified lecturers to teach undergraduate or graduate Computer Science courses. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed.
The number of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. Positions may range from one quarter to one year with the possibility of reappointment depending on performance and further departmental need. Positions may range from 33% to 100% time. View the dates of our regular academic year quarters and summer sessions at https://registrar.sa.ucsb.edu/calendars/calendars-deadlines/academic-calendars/academic-calendar-menu.
Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and any appropriate collective bargaining agreement. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the inclusive excellence on our campus through teaching.
The posting will remain open until March 31, 2026 to accommodate department needs. If you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.
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.
Department: https://www.cs.ucsb.edu/
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field
A PhD in Computer Science or related field
At least one year of teaching experience
Evidence of a strong commitment to contributing to the excellence of the academic community through teaching.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
- 2-4 letters of reference required
Reference letters will be solicited within UC Recruit and reviewed to assess an applicant's commitment to teaching.
Help contact: coms-chair@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
Additionally, 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.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.