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Lecturer Pool – Psychology – College of Letters & Science

Explore the opportunity to join the University of California, Berkeley Psychology Department as a Lecturer.

Position Overview

Salary range: Commensurate with college teaching experience, in accordance with the current Unit‑18 lecturer salary scale and its provisions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977–$117,315. Full salary scale:

Percent time: Part time or full time. Summer Sessions appointments are handled on a by‑agreement basis. Academic year: a co‑taught course typically results in a 17% appointment; a single course typically results in a 33% appointment. Appointments may vary from 17% to 100% depending on departmental needs.

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

Position duration: One semester, academic year, or Summer Sessions.

Application Window: Open date: September 25, 2025. Most recent review date: Thursday, Oct 9, 2025 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time. Final date: Friday, Sep 25, 2026 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time.

Position Description

The Psychology Department at University of California, Berkeley is generating an applicant pool of qualified temporary instructors (“Lecturer” title series) to teach courses in the Department of Psychology. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the Psychology Department.

The department is committed to creating an inclusive environment, supportive of all individuals. Candidate selection will emphasize inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

Teaching Responsibilities

We are seeking outstanding lecturers who can teach a range of possible courses that vary in size and subject area. Subject areas include the ones listed below (but are not limited to):

Core Courses

• Graduate level statistics/data analysis
• Social Personality Psychology
• Upper Division Courses
• Applied Early Developmental Psychology
• Biological Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Cognition
• Clinical Psychology
• Industrial-Organizational Psychology

General Duties

In addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties include (but are not limited to) managing graders and/or graduate student instructors (teaching assistants), holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and maintaining a course website. Those teaching large courses are expected to work with, meet with, and mentor graduate student instructors.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications (required at time of application): PhD or equivalent international degree, or enrollment in a PhD or equivalent international degree‑granting program.
• Additional qualifications (required at time of start): PhD or international equivalent degree by the start date.
• Preferred qualifications: A track record of distinguished teaching that supports the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching – discuss prior teaching experience, approach, future interests, and efforts toward inclusive practices.
• Copy of Transcript – verifying highest degree earned.
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness – preferably teaching evaluations.

Reference Requirements

• 3–5 references (contact information only).

Additional Information

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About UC Berkeley

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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, or protected veteran status.

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Job Location

Berkeley, CA