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University of California-Berkeley

Lecturer Pool - Cognitive Science - ISSP- College of Letters & Science

University of California-Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709


Position overview

Salary range:The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay at appointment. A reasonable estimate for this position is $66,259 - $97,304.Percent time:11% to 100%Anticipated start:Positions usually start at the beginning of the semester (in mid-January for Spring Semester; in mid-August for Fall Semester). Summer appointments begin in late May and run into early August.Review timeline:Appointments for fall semester are usually reviewed in April and May, and in October and November for spring course needs, and summer course needs in March and April. Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this pool does not guarantee that a position is available.Position duration:Semesters or Summer Sessions. These positions are temporary appointments with no guarantee of reappointment at the end of the term.Application Window

Open date:

March 25, 2024Most recent review date:

Thursday, Oct 17, 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, Mar 24, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.

Position description

The Cognitive Science Program at the University of California, Berkeley invites applicants to enter a pool of qualified temporary instructors to teach Cognitive Science 1 (Introduction to Cognitive Science), upper division courses on Cognitive Psychology, Computational Modeling, Language and Cognition, Cognitive Neuroscience, and cognition-related social sciences, and possibly other undergraduate courses in the Cognitive Science Program should an opening arise.The position's duties include: undergraduate and graduate teaching, holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), writing exams, and managing GSIs.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)PhD (or equivalent international degree), or enrolled in PhD or equivalent international degree-granting program at the time of application.

Additional qualifications

(required at time of start)By position start date: A PhD (or equivalent international degree).

Preferred qualificationsA commitment to, and experience with, undergraduate teaching, preferably in the areas of Cognitive Science, Linguistics, Computer Science, Philosophy, Psychology or Neuroscience. Must demonstrate ability to teach effectively in a dynamic learning environment. Must demonstrate experience with, and deep knowledge of, interdisciplinary inquiry and research as connected to the study of the mind.The Cognitive Science Program is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching as well as communicating effectively with a diverse student population.

Application Requirements

Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of TeachingStatement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Teaching Evaluations - Please provide teaching evaluations for most recent two semesters of non-Summer, non-Teaching Assistant positions (if available, otherwise include any evaluations). (Optional)

Reference requirements3-4 required (contact information only)

Apply link:https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04356

Help contact:

ap-issp@berkeley.edu

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position.The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

Job location:

Berkeley, CA

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