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Lecturer Pool - Psychology - College of Letters & Science
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Lecturer Pool – Psychology – College of Letters & Science
5 days ago – be among the first 25 applicants.
Position Overview Salary range:
Commensurate with college teaching experience, following the current Unit‑18 lecturer salary scale. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977–$117,315.
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 department needs.
Anticipated start:
Positions usually start in January, with 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 11:59 pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date:
Friday, Sep 25, 2026 11:59 pm (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 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 on department needs.
The department is committed to creating an inclusive environment supportive of all individuals. Candidates who can support student success through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy are sought.
Teaching Responsibilities We are seeking outstanding lecturers to teach a range of possible courses that vary in size and subject area. Subject areas include (but are not limited to):
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
include managing graders and/or graduate student instructors, holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials such as syllabi, 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/program at time of application.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
PhD or international equivalent degree by the start date.
Preferred qualifications
Track record of distinguished teaching that supports student success through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching – discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests, including specific efforts and plans to support student success through inclusive curriculum.
Copy of Transcript – verifying highest degree earned.
Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness – preferably teaching evaluations.
Reference requirements
3–5 references (contact information only).
Apply link:
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05161
Help contact:
psychap@berkeley.edu
Legal Statements UC Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status. Additional information can be found in the University of California’s affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and anti‑harassment policies.
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Position Overview Salary range:
Commensurate with college teaching experience, following the current Unit‑18 lecturer salary scale. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977–$117,315.
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 department needs.
Anticipated start:
Positions usually start in January, with 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 11:59 pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date:
Friday, Sep 25, 2026 11:59 pm (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 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 on department needs.
The department is committed to creating an inclusive environment supportive of all individuals. Candidates who can support student success through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy are sought.
Teaching Responsibilities We are seeking outstanding lecturers to teach a range of possible courses that vary in size and subject area. Subject areas include (but are not limited to):
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
include managing graders and/or graduate student instructors, holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials such as syllabi, 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/program at time of application.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
PhD or international equivalent degree by the start date.
Preferred qualifications
Track record of distinguished teaching that supports student success through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching – discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests, including specific efforts and plans to support student success through inclusive curriculum.
Copy of Transcript – verifying highest degree earned.
Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness – preferably teaching evaluations.
Reference requirements
3–5 references (contact information only).
Apply link:
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05161
Help contact:
psychap@berkeley.edu
Legal Statements UC Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status. Additional information can be found in the University of California’s affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and anti‑harassment policies.
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