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Visiting Assistant Professor, Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, College of Arts and Sciences
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Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor, Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, College of Arts and Sciences
Posting Start Date: 10/15/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.
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Job Overview
The Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) is pleased to announce a search for a 2027 – 2028 Visiting Assistant Professor in LGBTQ+ Studies. The position will primarily support the department’s online LGBTQ+ Studies Certificate, for which courses are taught in an asynchronous online format. There will also be opportunities for in-person teaching according to the candidate’s interests and department needs. The LGBTQ+ Studies Certificate currently serves undergraduate students, many of whom pursue it as a complement to their major or minors across the college and university.
The expected teaching load is three courses per semester or the equivalent, with minimal service expectations. Although research productivity is not required or evaluated, visiting faculty are eligible to apply for research and professional development funding from various departmental and college sources. Additional responsibilities include participating in WGSS collegial life such as attending faculty meetings, brown bags, colloquia, and other departmental events.
This is a 12-month appointment with an intended start date of August 16, 2027. There is a possibility that the position could be renewed for a second year depending on satisfactory performance and funding availability. The selected candidate will be provided with an office in the department and is expected to spend the academic year in residence at UC.
Essential Functions Teach undergraduate courses in the online LGBTQ+ Studies Certificate and related areas within the WGSS curriculum Teach in-person undergraduate or graduate courses including large lectures and discussion-based seminars Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction Prepare syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with program outcomes Maintain accurate academic records and grading Provide timely feedback and support students’ academic growth Participate in departmental meetings and appropriate service activities Other related duties as assigned, including completion of professional development courses through UC Online.
Minimum Requirements PhD in feminist studies or related field. One semester designing and teaching an online course at the collegiate level. One semester teaching in-person at the collegiate level.