Unit Lecturer WFC - Biology & Conservation of Fishes, Fall Quarter

Qualifications

Appropriate professional degree, e.g. doctorate or master’s degree (or 30 units of graduate coursework); demonstrated teaching ability; a developing record of scholarly or professional achievement in an area of expertise related to the subject area of the course.

Temporary lecturers are selected to fill specialized positions that require professional as well as academic expertise.

Commensurate with experience and course load.

The following course is available for Fall quarter 2026:

Biology & Conservation of Fishes: WFC
120. This course has a 3 hour Lab WFC
120L. Although the Lecturer will not teach the Lab, they will oversee the TA's.

WFC 120 — Biology & Conservation of Fishes (3 units)
Course

Description:

Evolution, ecology, and conservation of marine and freshwater fishes.
Prerequisite(s): (BIS 002A or BIO 002); (BIS 002B or BIO 001); (BIS 002C or BIO 003); upper division ecology course recommended.

WFC 120L — Laboratory in Biology & Conservation of Fishes (2 units)
Course

Description:

Morphology, taxonomy, conservation, and identification of marine and freshwater fishes with emphasis on California species.
Prerequisite(s): WFC 120 (can be concurrent); and consent of instructor.

For full consideration, applications must be received 07/06/2026. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vita, evidence of teaching proficiency and three names of reference. Candidates may be asked for further evidence of scholarship or teaching effectiveness at a later date. Candidates must apply online at

This position is covered by collective bargaining agreement. UC Davis is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer and is dedicated to recruiting a diverse faculty community. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.