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Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $2,200 - $2,300 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $160 - $175 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $1,280 - $4,375 total per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, this position is paid $160-$175 per final student course grade submitted each month; a reasonable estimate ranges from $800 -$8,750 total per course; and monthly payments typically begin within 6 months after the course start date. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 10 to 12 weeks. For asynchronous online start anytime courses, agreement length typically ranges from 9 to 18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: September 22, 2025

Next review date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Sep 21, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students: and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to professional and continuing education in Editing and Technical Communication to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Editing

• 
  
• Copyediting
  
• Developmental Editing
  
• Fiction Editing
  
• Freelancing for Editors
  
• Indexing
  
• Proofreading
  
• Scientific and Medical Editing
  
• Substantive Editing
  

Technical Communication

• 
  
• Information Design and Communications
  
• Technical Editing
  
• Technical Writing
  

Other Editing & Technical Communication Course Subjects

(please specify in your cover letter)

Teaching Experience

• 
  
• Classroom Teaching Experience
  
• Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via Zoom)
  
• Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom) or Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date or Start Anytime).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date or start anytime online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Editing Program and Courses: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17209&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15614

Technical Communication Program and Courses: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17211&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15615

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 3 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree.
  
• 1 or more years of teaching experience since degree.
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• 4 or more years of professional industry work experience in professional editing (copyediting, developmental editing, indexing, proofreading) and/or professional technical writing, technical editing, and technical information design.
  
• 2 or more years of teaching, training or coaching experience in the course subject, within a U.S. corporate environment, or at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF04783

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $1,380 - $2,300 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $115 - $170 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $920 -$3,400 total per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, this position is paid $160 - $170 per final student course grade submitted each month; a reasonable estimate ranges from $800 - $5,780 total per course; and monthly payments typically begin within 6 months after the course start date. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 4 to 12 weeks. For asynchronous online start anytime courses, agreement length typically ranges from 9 to 18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: September 26, 2025

Next review date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Sep 25, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Writing and Literature to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Writing

• 
  
• Academic Writing
  
• Business Communications
  
• English Composition
  
• Genre Fiction Writing
  
• Journalism
  
• Literary Fiction Writing
  
• Memoir
  
• Nonfiction Writing
  
• Poetry
  
• Public Relations Writing
  
• Science Writing
  
• Screenwriting
  
• Social Media Writing
  

Literature

• 
  
• American Fiction
  
• British Literature
  
• Contemporary Literature
  
• World Literature
  

Other Writing and Literature Course Subjects

(please specify in your cover letter)

Teaching Experience

• 
  
• Classroom Teaching Experience
  
• Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via Zoom)
  
• Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom) or Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date or Start Anytime).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date or start anytime online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Creative Writing Program: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17208&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15616

Creative Writing Courses: academic-areas/writing-editing-and-technical-communication/#!?tab=courses&programStream=Creative%20Writing

Nonfiction Writing Courses: academic-areas/writing-editing-and-technical-communication/#!?tab=courses&programStream=Nonfiction%20Writing

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Advanced Degree
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• Terminal/doctorate degree or equivalent international degree in course subject preferred.
  
• 3 or more years of professional industry and/or academic experience in the course subject.
  
• 3 or more years of undergraduate-level teaching experience (as the primary instructor) in the course subject.
  
• Experience teaching at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF04984

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $1,500 - $2,250 total per synchronous Live Online course. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 10 to 13 weeks. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: August 26, 2025

Next review date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Visual Arts to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered through synchronous live lectures (Zoom) and through our learning management system (Canvas).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Visual Arts

• 
  
• Drawing
  
• Painting
  
• Digital Photography
  
• Contemporary Art History and Theory
  
• Modern Art History and Theory
  
• Portfolio Development and Professional Practices
  
• Other Visual Arts Courses or Subjects (please specify in your cover letter)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Visual Arts Program and Courses: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17019&selectedProgramAreaId=11461&selectedProgramStreamId=13312#collapse_1

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Advanced Degree
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• 3 or more years of teaching experience in the course subject at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF05011

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $2,500 per course.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Appointments are expected to begin in June 2026.

Review timeline:
Screening of applicants begins immediately and will continue as needed.

Position duration:
Program runs Monday, June 22, 2026 through Friday, July 3, 2026.

Application Window

Open date: March 10, 2026

Next review date: Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Apr 9, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Berkeley Summer Sessions & Study Abroad is a vibrant and dynamic organization that collaborates across faculty, academic units, international partners and campus service providers to enable more than 15,000 current and prospective Berkeley students, visiting students, and high school students to participate in more than 600 summer courses, study abroad experiences, global internships, and other learning opportunities. We are committed to offering quality, innovative learning experiences through open enrollment to a diverse audience of world-wide learners, while supporting the campus missions and commitments to its stakeholders.

Berkeley Summer Sessions & Study Abroad is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes University Extension and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

Summer Sessions, in partnership with UC Berkeley's Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department (EECS), invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to Pre-College education in Computer Science, Programming, and Data Science to teach high school students (grades 10-12) in our Berkeley Summer Computer Science Academy. This intensive, non-credit program is offered in-person over 2 weeks during weekdays (June 22, 2026 - July 3, 2026) on the UC Berkeley campus with some online instructional components, such as an Instructor Orientation and a student pre-arrival Welcome Webinar.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and teaching proficiency in the SNAP! programming language/coding software and in other introductory coding, computer science, data science, and artificial intelligence concepts.

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Classroom (In-Person).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (classroom), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; reviewing and providing feedback on student work; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Berkeley Summer Computer Science Academy: summer-computer-science-academy

UC Berkeley's SNAP! Programming Language:

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree (or enrollment in a bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree program) required.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent international degree required by the start date of the position.
  
• Minimum of one year of experience in related content area.
  
• Availability to teach in-person on the UC Berkeley campus weekdays between June 22, 2026 and July 3, 2026.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• Advanced degree (or enrollment in an advanced degree) in course subjects.
  
• Subject matter expertise in SNAP! programming language/coding software and in other introductory coding, computer science, data science, and artificial intelligence concepts.
  
• 1 or more years of teaching experience in the course subject at a United States K-12, college, or university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Camtasia/Panopto); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  
• Familiarity with Title IX, CANRA, CLERY, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and related federal and state laws, health & safety regulations, policies and procedures, and risk management guidelines and best practices related to working with minors or demonstrated ability to learn such laws.
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated C.V. or Resume.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
  (Optional)

  
  

Apply link:
JPF05281

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
Berkeley, California (U.S.A.)

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $1,170 - $3,510 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $120 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $960 - $2,640 total per course. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 4 to 15 weeks. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: August 26, 2025

Next review date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Interior Design to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered through synchronous live lectures (Zoom) and asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Interior Design and Interior Architecture

• 
  
• Fundamentals of Interior Design
  
• Design Principles and Elements
  
• Design Communication I (Architectural Drafting)
  
• Design Communication II (Architectural Perspective)
  
• Design Communication III (Freehand Perspective)
  
• Digital Presentation Techniques
  
• AutoCAD
  
• Revit
  
• Color Theory for Interior Applications
  
• History of Architecture and Interiors I and II
  
• Space Planning
  
• Interior Finishes and Materials
  
• Interior Design Studio (Residential)
  
• Interior Design Studio (Commercial)
  
• Lighting Design
  
• Bath Design
  
• Kitchen Design
  
• Construction Documents
  
• Building Components and Systems
  
• Sustainability Principles
  
• Business Practices for Interior Designers
  
• Portfolio and Professional Presentation
  
• Other Interior Design or Interior Architecture Course or Subject Areas (please specify in your cover letter)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom) or Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Interior Design Program and Courses: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17017&selectedProgramAreaId=11461&selectedProgramStreamId=15552

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 3 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree, or 3 or more years of teaching experience since degree.
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• Advanced degree in course subject preferred.
  
• Professional Industry Credential: Certified Interior Designer (CCIDC/NCIDQ)
  
• Knowledge of federal and California state laws and regulations as applicable to the course subject.
  
• 4 or more years of professional industry work experience in the course subject.
  
• 4 or more years of teaching experience in the course subject at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. or resume.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF05005

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California (U.S.A.)

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $1,500 - $3,600 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $150 - $170 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $1,200 - $3,400 total per course. Compensation may be shared among co-instructors depending upon the percentage of course content that each co-instructor teaches. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 6 to 12 weeks. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: August 27, 2025

Next review date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to professional and continuing education in UX Design, UI Design, and UX Research to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

User Experience and User Interface (UX-UI) Design

• 
  
• Accessibility in UX Design
  
• Algorithmic Thinking & System Flows
  
• Content Design
  
• Diagramming and Prototyping for UX
  
• Essentials of User Experience (UX) Design
  
• Information Architecture
  
• User-Interface (UI) Design
  
• UX Design Portfolio
  
• UX for Emerging Technologies: Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  
• UI for Emerging Technologies: Voice User Interface (VUIs)
  

User Research Methods

• 
  
• Qualitative User Research for UX
  
• Quantitative User Research for UX
  

Other UX-UI Design and UX Research Related Topics

(please specify in your cover letter)

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom) or Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

UX-UI Design and UX Research Program and Courses: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=29918624&selectedProgramAreaId=11461&selectedProgramStreamId=15551

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 5 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree, or 5 or more years of teaching experience since degree.
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• Advanced degree in UX Design preferred.
  
• 5 or more years of professional industry work experience in UX design, artificial intelligence (AI), voice design, web design or development, product design, graphic design, interaction design, human computer interaction, human ergonomics, computer science, engineering/programming, cognitive science, psychology, anthropology, or sociology.
  
• Experience in User Research Methods (quantitative/qualitative).
  
• Proficiency in design thinking methodologies and their application to user-centered design challenges.
  
• Proficiency in one of the following for design tools: Figma, InVision, Miro, Mural, UXPin, or AI apps and plugins.
  
• Proficiency in Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR) and Virtual Reality (VR)
  
• Proficiency in one of the following for Voice User Interface (VUI) design courses: Voiceflow, Alexa Skill Kit (ASK), Action Builder (for Google Assistant), Mycroft, Web Speech API, etc.
  
• Experience writing technical content and project specs.
  
• Knowledge of existing and new technologies and constraints, including knowledge of artificial intelligence and its integration with user experience design.
  
• Teaching, training or coaching experience in the course subject, within a U.S. corporate environment or at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please include:
  
  1) the top 3 course subject(s) you are applying for within the UX-UI Design and/or User Research disciplines;
  
  2) a link to your professional website that includes your UX-UI Design and/or User Research portfolio with samples of your work; and
  
  3) please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future UX-UI Design and/or User Research teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF05003

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $1,500 - $4,500 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $200 - $350 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $1,600 -$5,250 total per course. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 2 days to 8 weeks. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: August 27, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Mar 23, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, and Biotechnology to teach one or more online courses each year for our Sciences, Mathematics, and Biotechnology department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Clinical Research

• 
  
• Introduction to Clinical Research: Clinical Trial Phases and Design
  
• Clinical Trial Planning: Protocol Development, Data Management and Clinical Site Activities
  
• Clinical Trial Implementation: Site Initiation, Subject Recruitment, Monitoring and Safety Reporting
  
• Clinical Trial: Data Analysis, Regulatory Audits, Vendor Selection and Project Management
  

Regulatory Affairs

• 
  
• Principles of Regulatory Affairs: Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
  
• Submissions and Commercialization
  
• Preparation, Submission and Agency Interfacing
  
• Harmonization Across Worldwide Applications
  
• Post-Approval Activities
  
• Principles of Supply Chain and Manufacturing
  
• Principles of Product and Process Development
  
• Principles of Quality and Compliance
  
• Regulatory Compliance for Pharmaceutical Products
  

Other Biotechnology Courses

• 
  
• Drug Development Process
  
• Other Biotechnology course topics (please specify in your cover letter)
  

Teaching Experience

• 
  
• Classroom Teaching Experience
  
• Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via Zoom)
  
• Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom) or Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Clinical Research Conduct and Management Program: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17168&selectedProgramAreaId=15498&selectedProgramStreamId=15604

Regulatory Affairs Program: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17180

Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, and Biotechnology Courses: academic-areas/sciences-and-biotechnology/?nav=5#!?tab=courses&programStream=Life%20Science%20Business%20and%20Biotechnology

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Advanced degree
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• Doctorate degree or equivalent international degree in course subject.
  
• 3 or more years of teaching, training, or coaching experience in the course subject at a U.S. college/university institution, or within a U.S. Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, or other Biotechnology corporate environment.
  
• Knowledge of federal and California state laws and regulations as applicable to the course subject.
  
• Professional license, certification, or credential within a Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, or other Biotechnology field.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF04761

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $1,500 - $3,750 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online or Hybrid course, this position is paid $190 - $240 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $1,520 - $4,800 total per course. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 4 to 19 weeks. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: September 26, 2025

Next review date: Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Sep 25, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to professional and continuing education in College Admissions Advising/Consulting and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) to teach one or more online courses each year for our Education department.

Courses are offered online:

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

College Admissions Advising and Consulting

• 
  
• Foundations of College Admissions Advising (Introduction)
  
• Strategies for College Admissions Advising (Financial Aid and Affordability, College Admissions Consulting Resources)
  
• The Business of Independent Educational Consulting (Building a Business, Marketing and Public Relations)
  
• Practicum in Independent Educational Consultancy (Mentoring College Admissions Consultants)
  

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

• 
  
• Cultural Responsiveness in TESOL
  
• Fundamentals of Linguistics for ESL Teachers
  
• Grammar Fundamentals for ESL Teachers
  
• Second-Language Acquisition
  
• Teaching Pronunciation as a Communicative Skill
  
• Methods and Materials for Teaching English as a Second Language
  
• Practicum in Course Design for ESL/EFL Teachers
  

Other Education, College Admissions Advising/Consulting, and TESOL Course Subjects

(please specify in your cover letter)

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom); Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date); or Hybrid.

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Education Programs and Courses: academic-areas/education/#!?availability=open&tab=programs

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 3 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree, or 3 or more years of teaching experience since degree.
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred for the programs listed below:

• 
  
• 
  College Admissions Advising/Consulting: 5 or more years of professional experience as an educational consultant, college admissions advisor, and/or K-12 school counselor. Experience teaching, training, or mentoring educational consultants, college admissions advisors, and/or K-12 school counselors. Experience with advising students on the financial aid and FAFSA application process. Current participation in professional associations. Professional marketing, public relations, and networking skills.
  
• 
  Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL): Experience teaching or training other ESL teachers.
  

Other Preferred Qualifications:

• 
  
• 4 or more years of professional industry and/or academic work experience in the course subject.
  
• Advanced degree in course subject preferred.
  
• 4 or more years of teaching experience in the course subject at a U.S. high school/college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. or resume.

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
  (Optional)

  
  

• Examples of Teaching Evaluations and/or Syllabi (Optional)

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF04930

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Classroom (In-Person) or Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $2,750 - $6,800 total per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, this position is paid $180 - $200 per final student course grade submitted each month; a reasonable estimate ranges from $900 - $20,000 total per course; and monthly payments typically begin within 6 months after the course start date. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall/spring semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 9 to 18 weeks. For the summer semester, course length typically ranges from approximately 7 to 9 weeks. For asynchronous online start anytime courses, agreement length typically ranges from 6-18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: October 6, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Mar 23, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Oct 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to teach one or more in-person and/or online courses each year for our Sciences, Mathematics, Biotechnology, and Health Sciences departments.

Courses are offered in-person and online.

• 
  
• Classroom instruction takes place in the San Francisco Bay Area (California, U.S.A.), including Alameda County and San Francisco County.
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  

Most classroom and synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).

Course Subjects

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For a complete list of courses and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental links below.

Biology

• 
  
• General Biology I lecture and lab (cell structure + function, prokaryotes, eukaryotes, metabolism, molecular genetics, classification, animal development, form + function)
  
• Introductory Biology With Lab
  
• General Biology II lecture and lab (fungi + plant development, population genetics, ecology, conservation, origin of life, evolution, classification)
  
• Biochemistry
  
• Biology of Aging
  
• Biology of Human Cancer
  
• Biostatistics
  
• Cell Biology
  
• Current Topics in the Biosciences
  
• Developmental Biology
  
• Endocrinology
  
• Epidemiology
  
• Genetics
  
• Genomic or Personalized Medicine
  
• Hematology
  
• Human Anatomy/Neuroanatomy lecture and lab
  
• Human Nutrition
  
• Immunology
  
• Kinesiology (Introduction to Kinesiology, Mechanical Kinesiology)
  
• Medical Terminology
  
• Microbiology/Infectious Disease (Microbiology lab, Medical Microbiology lecture, Principles of Infectious Disease lecture)
  
• Molecular Biology
  
• Neuroscience
  
• Parasitology
  
• Pathophysiology
  
• Pharmacology
  
• Physiology (Lecture/Lab: general human, Lecture Only: mammalian + systemic, cardiac + respiratory, exercise)
  
• Stem Cell Biology
  
• Toxicology
  
• Virology
  

Chemistry

• 
  
• Chemistry for the Health Sciences
  
• General/Inorganic Chemistry I lecture and lab
  
• General/Inorganic Chemistry II lecture and lab
  
• Introduction to Chemistry
  
• Introduction to Organic Chemistry
  
• Organic Chemistry I lecture and lab
  
• Organic Chemistry II lecture and lab
  
• Quantitative Analysis: Applications in Clinical Chemistry
  

Physics

• 
  
• Concepts of Physics
  
• General Physics I lecture and lab
  
• General Physics II lecture and lab
  

Other Science Subjects or Courses

(please specify on your Instructor Information Form)

Teaching Experience

• 
  
• Classroom Teaching Experience
  
• Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via Zoom)
  
• Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Classroom (In-Person); Synchronous Live Online (Zoom); or Asynchronous Online (Start Anytime).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (classroom or live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (start anytime online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Biology Course Descriptions: academic-areas/sciences-mathematics-and-biotechnology/?nav=1#!?tab=courses&programStream=Biology

Chemistry and Physics Course Descriptions: academic-areas/sciences-mathematics-and-biotechnology/?nav=2#!?tab=courses&programStream=Chemistry%20and%20Physics

Clinical Laboratory Science Course Descriptions: academic-areas/sciences-and-biotechnology/#!?programStream=Clinical%20Laboratory%20Science

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Doctorate degree or equivalent international degree.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

• 
  
• Doctorate degree or equivalent international degree in course subject or related area.
  
• 3 or more years of professional or undergraduate-level teaching experience (as the primary instructor) in the course subject.
  
• Experience teaching at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience teaching and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Instructor Information Form - Download the Instructor Information Form PDF to your computer desktop. Open the document using the Adobe Acrobat application. It is not recommended to use an internet PDF viewer or Google Docs to complete this form. Complete all six (6) pages, save, and upload the PDF form to your AP Recruit application.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 
  
• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

Apply link:
JPF04687

Help contact:

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

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.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

• 
  
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.

Position overview

Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)

Salary range:
The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $3,000 - $3,600 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $170 - $200 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $1,360 - $10,000 total per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, this position is paid $150 - $200 per final student course grade submitted each month; a reasonable estimate ranges from $700 - $20,000 total per course; and monthly payments typically begin within 6 months after the course start date. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.

Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration:
Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 12 to 16 weeks. For asynchronous online start anytime courses, agreement length typically ranges from 9 to 18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: October 6, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Mar 23, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Oct 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community; increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Psychology, Public Health, Ethics, and Diversity to teach one or more online courses each year for our Health Sciences department.

All courses are offered online, and we seek qualified applicants who are available to teach in both synchronous and asynchronous online formats.

• 
  
• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
  
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
  

Course Subjects

We seek qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects . For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Psychology

• 
  
• Abnormal Psychology
  
• Adolescent Psychology
  
• Biological Psychology
  
• Coaching/Consulting Psychology
  
• Clinical Interventions in Psychology
  
• Clinical Psychopharmacology
  
• Cognitive Psychology
  
• Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan
  
• Emerging Adulthood
  
• General Psychology
  
• Health Psychology
  
• Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  
• Neuropsychology
  
• Nutritional Psychology
  
• Positive Psychology
  
• Psychology of Communication
  
• Psychology of Personality
  
• Research Methods in Psychology
  
• Social Psychology
  
• Other Psychology course subjects (please specify in your teaching statement)
  

Public Health, Sociology, Ethics, & Diversity

• 
  
• Bioethics
  
• Epidemiology
  
• Global Health
  
• Healthcare Advocacy and the Role of Cultural Diversity
  
• Introduction to Public Health
  
• Sociology of Health, Illness, and Medicine
  
• Other Public Health, Sociology, Ethics, & Diversity course subjects (please specify in your teaching statement)
  

General Duties

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including: Synchronous Live Online (Zoom); or Asynchronous Online (Fixed Date or Start Anytime).

• 
  
• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
  
• For asynchronous instruction (fixed date or start anytime online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
  
• For all instruction (regardless of course format) duties include but are not limited to: completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner; utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner.
  

Post-Baccalaureate Program in Psychology: public/category/ ?method=load&certificateId=17037&selectedProgramAreaId=11462&selectedProgramStreamId=15564

Behavioral Health Courses: academic-areas/behavioral-health-sciences/#!?tab=courses

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 
  
• Doctorate degree or equivalent international degree.
  

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• 
  
• 
  U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
  

Preferred qualifications

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• 3 or more years of professional industry and/or academic work experience in the course subject.
  
• 3 or more years of undergraduate-level teaching experience (as the primary instructor) in the course subject.
  
• Experience teaching at a U.S. college/university institution.
  
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
  
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
  
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
  
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Statement of Teaching - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

• Examples of Recent Syllabi - Please combine all documents into a single PDF and upload them.

  
  

• Examples of Recent Teaching Evaluations - Please combine all documents into a single PDF and upload them.

  
  

Reference requirements

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• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  

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Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

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• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Job location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.