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Department of Chicano/Latino Studies
University of California, Irvine
Temporary Part-Time Lecturer(s), 2025-26

The Department of Chicano/Latino Studies is establishing a pool of qualified applicants to teach courses in Chicano/Latino Studies. Topics include: literature, arts, media, culture, history, society, labor market participation, politics, law, gender, ethnicity, globalization, transnationalism, immigration, border issues, undocumented experiences, representations, and health outcomes in Chicano and Latino communities nationally and in Southern California. Candidates who are able to teach classes that span multiple topics and/or disciplines are especially encouraged to apply.

Position(s) will be for the Winter 2026 quarter. The number of courses offered will depend on budget constraints and departmental needs. Candidates must possess an M.A., Ph.D., or other advanced degree and have research or teaching experience that can contribute to the quality of Chicano/Latino Studies course offerings through effective teaching in a culturally diverse classroom.

Rank: Lecturer

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $5,855 - $6,031. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table https://ap.uci.edu/compensation/salary-scales/

UCI Salary Scales:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ufvOtC7YOa--5E2GV5usurBjbJFcSkST/view

Requirements:

Ph.D. Degree preferred, but we will consider Masters Degree holders in the field of Chicano/Latino Studies, ethnic studies, and/or related disciplines

Service Period Dates:

Winter Quarter: 1/5/26 - 3/26/26

REQUIRED Documents:
- Cover Letter indicating area(s) of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Evidence of Teaching Performance: Course evaluations, classroom observations, etc.
- 2-3 References
OPTIONAL Documents:
- Teaching Statement (For guidance on writing this statement https://ap.uci.edu/faculty/guidance/teachstatement/)
- Research Statement (For guidance on writing this statement https://ap.uci.edu/faculty/guidance/)

Misc/Additional Information

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Please submit materials via UC Irvine's online application system, RECRUIT, located at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09948

Application Deadline: January 2, 2026

The University of California, Irvine 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 categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

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.
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