Lecturer in Computer Science

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer

Salary range: See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time (100%) annual rate for this position is $68,247 - $109,516. Percent appointments may vary.

Percent time: Positions Range From 33% to 100%

Position duration: From One Quarter to One Year

Application Window

Open date: July 9, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Aug 10, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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

Final date: Wednesday, Mar 31, 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

The Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a pool of qualified lecturers to teach undergraduate or graduate Computer Science and AI courses. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed.

The number of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. Positions may range from one quarter to one year, with the possibility of reappointment depending on performance and further departmental need. Positions may range from 33% to 100% time.

The posting will remain open until March 31, 2027, to accommodate department needs. If you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

Please note: The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the review date specified in UC Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for an upcoming opening. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.

Department: https://www.cs.ucsb.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Master's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field

Preferred qualifications

A PhD in Computer Science or related field

At least one year of teaching experience

Evidence of a strong commitment to contributing to the excellence of the academic community through teaching.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 2-4 letters of reference required

Applicants will solicit their letters of reference within UC Recruit. Once completed, we will then review and assess the applicant's commitment to teaching.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03098

Help contact: coms-chair@ucsb.edu

About UC Santa Barbara

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.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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.

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA