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The University Writing Program at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for full time and part time Lecturer positions during the 2026-2027 academic year. Teaching assignments are in English Composition and/or Entry-Level Writing classes, including Multilingual Learner(s) (ML).

The number of positions varies from quarter to quarter and may be renewed based on the instructional needs of the Program and available funding.

Anticipated start dates:
Fall Quarter 2026: September 23, 2026

Salary:
See Table 15 for the salary range for this position: [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t15.pdf]. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977 (full-time annual base rate), prorated according to appointment percentage.

Basic Qualifications:
An M.A. and two years of teaching experience at the college level are required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Multilingual Learner(s) (ML) certification and/or significant experience teaching second-language students will be relevant considerations in our search.

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, CV, verification of credentials, statement of teaching explaining their Composition pedagogy, most recent student evaluations or evidence of teaching performance, and contact information of at least three individuals for letters of recommendation. Although not required, including teaching materials such as syllabi and sample assignments will be useful additions to the application file.

Application materials must be uploaded via our online recruit system.
[https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02226].

Review of applications will begin April 1, 2026. To ensure full consideration, all supporting materials should be received before the review date.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Eric Chong, ericc@ucr.edu.

This position is represented by the University Council - American Federation of Teachers: [https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/contract.html]