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LECTURER, GENERAL EDUCATION UCLA CLUSTER PROGRAM Race and Indigeneity in U.S Spring 25
University of California Los Angeles

Requisition Number: JPF09830

LECTURER, GENERAL EDUCATION UCLA CLUSTER PROGRAM
Race and Indigeneity in U.S

The UCLA Undergraduate Education Initiatives unit seeks a lecturer for Spring Quarter (AY 2024-25) to teach a seminar as part of the General Education UCLA Cluster Program. This position includes developing and teaching a seminar course (Cluster 20CW) for freshman students with varied backgrounds focusing on a topic related to interracial dynamics in American culture and society. Specifically, this course should explore American Buddhism's relationship to race, sexuality, citizenship, and mass incarceration, from early 20th century to present.

UCLA has a diverse student population in one of the more diverse cities in the nation; we particularly seek candidates who have taught similarly diverse students in a major research university.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate from an accredited university
  
• College-level teaching experience, especially to a General Education population
  
• Knowledge and training in sociology, history, or related fields
  
• Experience in teaching writing and composition
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
• At least three years of college-level teaching experience
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be capable of delivering high-quality instruction to a diverse student body
  Requirements:
  
• Cover letter
  
• Curriculum vitae
  
• Statement of teaching
  
• Proposed syllabus
  
• Names and contact information of two references
  Contact:
  Vilma Ortiz
  Professor, Sociology
  Cluster 20 Coordinator
  vilma@soc.ucla.edu
  This position is represented by the University Council- American Federation of Teachers: . Internal applicants will be considered for reappointment prior to the consideration of external applicants.
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  The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy,
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  UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.

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