The University of California, Santa Barbara, Writing Program invites applications for full-time lecturers to join a vibrant and dynamic program, beginning in the 2017-18 academic year. Lecturers teach lower- and upper-division courses, including introductory writing courses for a variety of students and advanced courses in academic, interdisciplinary, and professional areas. The Writing Program also has a professional writing minor. Additionally, Writing Program lecturers are integrally involved in program governance, development, and innovation.

Deadline for primary consideration is November 16, 2016; applications will not be accepted after December 2, 2016.

Full-time lecturers hired in this search may receive two-year contracts with the possibility of renewal up to six years; at the sixth year, a lecturer may be considered for a continuing appointment, which is an ongoing contract with merit reviews every three years. Salaries are competitive and vary depending upon training and experience; appointments include full benefits. Positions are pending funding approval. For information about the UCSB Writing Program, please visit our web site, www.writing.ucsb.edu.

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree is required. The Program is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. Please complete the application process at: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00820. Preliminary interviews will be conducted by phone or Skype.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.