Lecturer Pool - Design Studio Classes- Department of Architecture

Application Window

Open date:
May 24, 2025
Most recent review date:
Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date:
Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after these dates will be reviewed as needed if the position has not yet been filled.

Salary range:
The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay  the following table for the salary scale for this position: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). A reasonable estimate for a 100% time Lecturer position is $70,977‑$199,722.
Percent time:
Positions range from 11% for summer sessions appointments and 16.5% and up for one or two semesters.
Anticipated start:
Positions typically start at the beginning of the semester (July 1st for AY appointments, August 1 for Fall Semester; January 1st for Spring Semester). Appointments may be renewable based on the Program's need, funding, and lecturer performance.
Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this pool does not guarantee that a position is available.

The Department of Architecture at UC Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified lecturers and lecturers in lieu of GSIs to teach non‑studio courses in the following areas:
Architectural History and Theory, Building Science, Structures, and Construction, should an opening arise. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The number of positions varies from semester to semester (fall, spring, and summer), depending upon the needs of the Architecture department.

• Teach non‑studio courses in Architectural History and Theory, Building Science, Structures and Construction.
• Hold office hours and advise students.
• Assign grades and prepare course materials (e.g., syllabus).
• Use Cal's electronic resources for course management.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree, or equivalent international degree at time of application.

For the Instructor role, candidates must possess a professional Architecture Degree (an M.Arch from an Accredited Architecture program, or equivalent international degree) at time of hire.
For those who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, a legal permit that allows work in the United States (such as a U.S. visa that allows employment) is required by the start date of the position. The department is unable to provide a visa/work permit.

Three or more years teaching college‑level courses.

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Statement of Interest – 2‑4 pages total. Discuss your prior teaching experience in this subject area, including your teaching approach and future teaching interests, and specific efforts and future plans to support the success of all students through curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
• Portfolio (Max 50 MB)
• Student Evaluation Reports (Optional)

• Three (contact information only)

Berkeley, CA

The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status. The University also complies with the University’s affirmative action and nondiscrimination policies.

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.