Lecturer in Natural Sciences: Biological Sciences AY

Position overview
Position title:
Lecturer

Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for an initial appointment is $70,977. SeeUnit 18 Lecturer table for the salary range for this position. These are academic year appointments and subject to the normal processes of academic review. Salary is prorated in accordance instructional workload calculation.

Anticipated start:
Academic Year: 7/1/2026

Fall Semester: 8/1/2026

Spring Semester: 1/1/2027

Position duration:
Duration through Academic Year: 2026-27

Application Window

Open date: February 13, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Mar 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Feb 16, 2027 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

Applicants internal to the UCM Department of Biological Sciences who had an appointment in 2025-2026 and apply by the "Initial Review Date" of 3/2/2026 will be considered prior to all other applicants.

The School of Natural Sciences anticipates hiring full and part-time lecturer positions to teach the following subjects in AY 2026-2027:

Cancer Genetics and Tumor Biology

Cells, Tissues and Organs

Introduction to Organismal Biology

General Virology

Introduction to Molecular Biology

Math Modeling for Biology

Microbial Evolution

Molecular Basis of Healing and Disease

Molecular Immunology

Nutrition

Object Oriented Programming for Biology

The Cell

Other courses as needed

In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor will be evaluating student work and exams, calculating and posting grades, and holding regular posted office hours each week.

This is a limited-term appointment which falls under the purview of the agreement for the Lecturers Unit between University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and appropriate collective bargaining agreement. See the following url for additional information: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/index.html

Appointments for AY 2026/2027 and/or Fall 2026 semester are reviewed in April, and for Spring 2027 semester are reviewed in October. The posting will remain open through February 2027 to accommodate upcoming course needs and new applicants.

Applicants should also submit teaching evaluations if available.

Academic Year: 7/1/2026-6/30/2027

Fall Semester: 8/1/2026-12/31/2026

Spring Semester: 1/1/2027-5/31/2027

For more information, please contact SNS Personnel at snspersonnel@ucmerced.edu.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Advanced degree in Biology or related field and experience teaching at the college or university level is required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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

• Cover Letter (Optional)

• Statement of Teaching - List of SNS courses currently listed on the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 schedules for which you feel you have the qualification to perform the duties of the primary or secondary instructor. Be sure to list your level clearly for each course.

• List of References - List of three references including mailing address, email address, and phone number.
  
  (Optional)

• Teaching Evaluations - If available
  
  (Optional)

• Authorization to Release Information Form - 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.

  Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Apply link:
https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02079

Help contact: snspersonnel@ucmerced.edu

About UC Merced

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.

*Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application. Required Authorization of Information Release Form. *

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

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.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

Job location
Merced, CA