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Lecturer in Communication
Position overview
Position title: LecturerA reasonable estimate of the annual salary for this position is $68,247-$74,577.
Application Window
Open date: August 30, 2024
Most recent review date: Monday, Sep 30, 2024 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: Monday, Jun 30, 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
The Department of Communication invites applications for a Lecturer position.
The course load is potentially 3 courses per quarter, with a particular need for a large format (approx. 300 students) Introduction to Communication (counts as 2). Specific courses might also include Organizational Communication, Communication Law, Health Communication, Communication and Conflict, Marketing, Small Group Communication, or others (see undergraduate courses listed at https://catalog.ucsb.edu/departments/COMM/courses).
This position will remain open until filled.
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in communication or a related field, except dissertation or equivalent, by the time of application.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field by the appointment start date.
Preference will be given to candidates who have a strong social science background, and experience in teaching undergraduate courses.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Please highlight qualifications.
Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness - Please upload one (or more) student evaluations from a course you have instructed and/or include a Teaching Statement which explains your teaching methodology.
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.
(Optional)
- 3 letters of reference required
Applicants should provide the names and contact information for 3 references and must request letters of reference within the system in order to complete application requirements.
Help contact: hyoder@ucsb.edu
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