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Open date: August 7, 2025

Most recent review date: Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, Aug 7, 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.

Berkeley Law is generating an applicant pool of qualified instructors should openings arise.

Berkeley Law is one of the premier law schools in the United States. Our programs are demanding, engaging, hands-on, and selective. As with all our faculty, we expect our lecturers to demonstrate a strong commitment to academic rigor and intellectual diversity.

Berkeley Law strives to educate responsible, effective, and forward-thinking advocates who serve the public through legal practice, public policy, academic scholarship, and related fields. In doing so, the school addresses some of society's most pressing challenges by leveraging its strengths in teaching and research to improve law, policy, and public institutions. At the heart of Berkeley Law's public mission is a commitment to access, affordability, and empowering students from all backgrounds to pursue impactful careers across a wide range of professional paths.

The J.D. and LL.M. programs host a diverse and constantly evolving curriculum. Hundreds of courses are offered, including dozens in our top-ranked Law and Technology, Business Law, International Law, Environmental Law, and Social Justice programs.

This pool encompasses courses on intellectual property law, copyright, patent and patent litigation, trademark, trade secret, regulated digital industries, privacy, cybersecurity, computer programming, biotechnology and life sciences innovation law, computer law, videogame law, art and cultural property, entertainment law, computer crime law, wine and alcoholic beverages law, Artificial Intelligence and the law, law governing use of Name, Image & Likeness, and other major and emerging practice areas in law and technology.

Instructors for lecture courses are appointed in the Lecturer title; instructors for experiential center courses are appointed to the Field Work Supervisor title. The applicant selected will have important teaching responsibilities, including preparing course materials (such as the syllabus) and maintaining a course website, and will also be expected to hold office hours, assess and offer feedback on student work, assign grades, and advise students.

UC Lecturers and Field Work Supervisors are academic appointees in an organized bargaining unit and are exclusively represented by the American Federation of Teachers - Unit 18.

* Bachelor's degree, or equivalent international degree, is required at the time of application.

* J.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., LL.M. or Master's degree, or equivalent international degree, and a minimum of three years of professional experience in either legal practice, judicial clerkship, or law school teaching, in the United States, or

* Bachelor's degree and a minimum of six years professional experience in either legal practice, judicial clerkship, or law school teaching, in the United States.

* Availability to teach in-person during required law school class times.

* Experience teaching courses in a United States law school, with outstanding student valuations; and/or

* Five or more years of legal practice experience in the United States or another jurisdiction, in the area of law and technology.

Teaching evaluations and/or other materials or information may be requested of top candidates.

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

  
  

• Teaching Statement - Please address the following questions related to your potential teaching at Berkeley Law. Please limit your response to 300 words.

  
  
  

  -- Please discuss your competencies and experiences relevant to successful instruction for law school courses, including your prior law teaching experiences, teaching approach, and 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. We also welcome information about other aspects of your professional experience as it is specifically relevant to teaching at Berkeley Law.

  
  

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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.

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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
  

Open date: December 15, 2025

Most recent review date: Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Dec 15, 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.

The Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley, invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary instructors to work as lecturers, teaching courses in a School that confers professional graduate degrees (MPP, MPA, and MDP) and the PhD degree in Public Policy.

The courses may encompass both core curriculum (Economics, Quantitative Methods, Law & Public Policy, Introduction to Policy Analysis, Advanced Policy Analysis, and Politics & Public Policy); as well as its breadth curriculum (policy applications in specific disciplines and/or specializations, as noted below in Preferred Qualifications). Lecturers may be hired to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, should an opening arise. Please note: The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists.

The pool will remain open for one calendar year; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the school.

Teaching Responsibilities: Primary duties include teaching undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses, typically one course per semester.

General Duties: In addition to teaching, duties may include creating a course syllabus for enrolled students; creating midterm examination materials; creating final examinations as necessary; creating problem sets (as appropriate); creating writing assignments; supervising academic student employees (readers, tutors, teaching assistants); holding office hours; assigning grades; preparing course materials; and advising and mentoring graduate or undergraduate students on independent research projects.

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

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The minimum basic qualifications required to be considered an applicant for this position are: A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent international degree is required at time of application.

Five years of experience in industry or a research institute, or advanced degree is required by the start of the appointment.

The Goldman School of Public Policy is interdisciplinary in its core and breadth curriculum, and the successful applicant should have a focus on the policy implications for their disciplinary subject matter.

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

  
  

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• Statement of Teaching - Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests, including specific efforts and future plans to support the success of all students through curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

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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.

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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
  

Open date: January 6, 2026

Most recent review date: Friday, Feb 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Wednesday, Apr 1, 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.

The School of Journalism is recruiting for a Director of Special Academic Programs (Academic Coordinator I). This position will be responsible for coordinating the School's summer undergraduate minor, overseeing the undergraduate program overall, helping with coordination of the California Newsroom Fellowship program, and managing other special academic programs.

50% of this position will be dedicated to managing the Undergraduate Minor. The Director (AC) will work with the Undergraduate Advisor and Journalism Staff to manage the undergraduate minor program over Summer 2026 and Summer 2027. The AC will manage all of the academic administration for the program, which includes: working with the Associate Dean to review applicants and participate in interviews; helping to manage Academic Student Employees (ASEs); working with Summer Sessions to advertise classes and participate in workshops or other trainings; leading orientation and training for summer lecturers; and assisting summer lecturers with a variety of academic matters, including curriculum planning, evaluating exceptional student requests, training instructors on the Learning Management Software (known as bCourses), handling classroom incidents or referring to the appropriate campus departments, facilitating incomplete grades resolution, facilitating grade appeals process including informal resolution, and assisting with DSP exam proctoring.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Program Administration & Student Management:

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• Oversee the day-to-day management of the minor, including student enrollment, scholarship arrangements, and information dissemination.
  
• Serve as the primary liaison for curriculum planning, working with the executive and curriculum committees to ensure core and elective course availability.
  
• Lead program promotion, managing communications, and maintaining the website.
  

Summer Session Management:

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• Serve as the key lead for Summer Sessions, managing hiring, class coordination, and reporting.
  
• Collaborate closely with the Undergraduate Advisor, Journalism staff, AP Analyst, and Student Services team to meet hiring deadlines for instructors and Academic Student Employees (ASE).
  
• The AC will work through August 30, 2027 to see the completion of summer session appointments and help instructors with final grade submissions & final offboarding.
  

Expansion & Access:

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• Drive significant expansion of enrollment for the minor.
  
• Explore establishing the minor as a system-wide offering accessible to other UC students.
  
• Develop a professional pipeline, including pre-college course offerings for high school students.
  
• Work to establish a 4+1 BA/MJ degree to facilitate access to graduate-level Journalism education.
  
• Explore expanding the minor into a full undergraduate major.
  
• Curriculum & Content: Act as a crucial thought partner to continuously update the curriculum, ensuring it reflects new technologies and political realities within the rapidly evolving journalism industry.
  

Faculty Engagement:

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• Help maintain and increase engagement with the teaching faculty, including Berkeley Senate professors and journalists from top newsrooms.
  

25% of this position will be dedicated to supporting the California News Fellowship program. The AC will have a central role in the Fellowship Program and its integration with the wider curriculum. Responsibilities include managing the admissions and selection process, such as reviewing applications and participating in the selection of each new cohort. The AC will also review the annual operations handbook to identify development opportunities. Crucially, the AC acts as a system overseer for the fellowship, bridging training opportunities with the graduate curriculum. The AC will be a key thought partner and leader in creating a partnership between the fellowship and the undergraduate minor program, exploring collaborations like joint projects and developing shared training opportunities.

25% of this position will be dedicated to managing the School's other special academic programs which includes the Business Journalism Certificate Program, and the Masters of Journalism/Masters Public Health. The AC would take ownership of these programs and would manage the coordination of all of our special graduate programs as needed across the curriculum.

Possibility of reappointment may be considered based on performance and need of the School.

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

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• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent international degree.
  

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• Professional background in journalism profession or journalism-adjacent fields.
  
• Demonstrated administrative experience, preferably in higher education settings.
  
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgement and make difficult decisions, including addressing instructor performance issues in a fair and professional manner.
  
• Capacity to engage in conflict resolution and problem solving, particularly in situations involving classroom challenges, student concerns.
  
• Strong organization and program management skills.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to present confidently to students, faculty or other stakeholders.
  
• Demonstrated leadership, with a track record of accountability, integrity, and collaborative decision-making.
  
• Proficiency with technology systems used in academic program delivery, including learning management systems (Canvas preferred).
  
• Familiarity with curriculum development and academic policy within journalism or related disciplines.
  
• Experience in academic coordination within a university environment.
  
• Capacity to design, implement, and communicate program policies and procedures effectively.
  

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

  
  

• Cover Letter - Please describe your experience as it relates to this position, specifically work done in an academic setting.

  
  

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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.

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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
  

Open date: March 27, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Mar 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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

Final date: Friday, Mar 27, 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.

The School of Public Health (SPH) at the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) invites applicants to a pool of qualified temporary Lecturers to teach courses in residential and online education formats. The teaching includes fall and spring classroom instruction, On-Campus/Online Master of Public Health (OOMPH) online education program, the UCB/UCSF Joint Medical Program (JMP), and Berkeley Summer Sessions. Screening of applicants is ongoing, and the number of available positions varies throughout the year.

To receive full consideration for any openings, please submit a complete application with your area(s) of Specializations indicated. Only completed applications are reviewed, and the hiring committee will contact candidates under consideration.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, duties include preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus, OOMPH videos, etc.), holding office/discussion hours, assessing student work and assigning grades, advising students, responding to email, maintaining a course website.

Please note that the existence of a pool does not guarantee a position will be filled.

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• By the application date, advanced degree (or equivalent international degree), or be enrolled in an advanced degree program or equivalent international degree-granting program.
  

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• By the start date, advanced degree, or equivalent international degree.
  
• Applicants in student status or candidates for a higher degree at any University of California campus, which includes filing fee status, may not be appointed as Lecturers.
  

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• Public Health is interdisciplinary in its core and breadth curriculum, both in residential and online programs, and a successful applicant will have expertise in at least one of the areas of Specializations listed.
  
• Prior college-level teaching experience.
  
• Professional work experience in the field of expertise.
  
• Prior experience in teaching college-level medical education for the UCB/UCSF Joint Medical Program.
  

• Cover Letter - Cover letter describing your interest in teaching, and include teaching experience. Please reference your Specialization(s).

  
  

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated curriculum vitae (C.V.)

  
  

• Statement of Teaching - Brief statement (one paragraph/under one page) on your teaching philosophy.

  
  

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Contact information is required to complete the application; however, references may be contacted for candidates under serious consideration. It is important to note that references need to be external to the UC Berkeley School of Public Health.

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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
  

Open date: November 2, 2025

Most recent review date: Monday, Dec 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Mar 31, 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.

The Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley is seeking highly motivated individuals for the position of Junior or Assistant Specialist. The positions are to assist in research in economic development, labor, and health economics, applying rigorous methods for causal inference and machine learning .

The Institute for Business and Social Impact (IBSI) was launched in November 2013 at the Haas School of Business to train and empower leaders to address society's most pressing challenges. As part of the top-ranked Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley, IBSI advances pioneering research at the intersection of business and social impact, with particular focus on workforce skills development, financial inclusion, and mental health in organizational settings. Building upon the school's unique and historic commitment to comprehensive excellence in research and public education, IBSI translates rigorous academic inquiry into actionable solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities worldwide. The candidate would work at the Haas School of Business IBSI under the supervision of Laura Chioda (manager) and Professor Paul Gertler.

General Duties:

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• Research Design & Analysis (20%): Assist in designing and interpreting analyses using advanced econometric methods, including reduced form approaches (difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity, instrumental variables) and structural econometrics (method of moments, maximum likelihood, dynamic programming), with a focus on causal inference.
  
• Data Collection & Field Operations (15%): Support the design and implementation of field experiments, survey development, and primary data collection activities; monitor data quality and coordinate with field teams to ensure research protocols are followed.
  
• Data Management & Programming (20%): Write efficient, well-documented code to manipulate large datasets and implement complex analyses; maintain data infrastructure using collaborative and replicable programming practices.
  
• Quality Assurance & Documentation (15%): Clean and validate data, identify and resolve technical issues with datasets or code, and maintain comprehensive documentation of all research procedures and analytical decisions.
  
• Research Communication (10%): Prepare materials for research manuscripts, project reports, and presentations; generate publication-ready tables, graphs, and visualizations that effectively communicate findings.
  
• Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing (20%): Work closely with faculty, research team members, and external collaborators to advance ongoing analyses, share methodological expertise, and contribute to the broader research agenda.
  

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• The minimum qualification to be enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent international degree program at time of application.
  

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• A Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent international degree at the start of appointment.
  

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• A Bachelor's degree or in a quantitative field, including Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics or related and theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge in Economics. An advanced degree by start date is preferred.
  
• At least one year of experience as predoc. Scholars with strengths in applied micro-econometrics, field experiments, survey and applied data science (including machine learning and computational methods fare particularly encouraged.
  
• Advanced proficiency in the following coding languages: Proficiency in Coding Languages: R, Java, Python. Demonstrated experience with large and complex data sets.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency to work as part of a research team and/or previous experience working with data in a research context, including data collection.
  

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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
  

Dean of Electrical School (Founding Director)

[Confidential Workforce Development Organization]

Location: [Northwest Arkansas] (On-campus) Employment Type: Full-time Salary Range: $175,000 – $225,000 (Based on experience) Incentive: Up to 20% performance-based annual bonus

Institutional Overview

Our organization is a federally funded, Military and Veteran-exclusive transition and upskilling institution located in the [South-Central United States]. Following the successful launch of its flagship Human Performance school—which has produced thousands of graduates to date—the institution is expanding into the industrial trades.

We are building the most advanced trade training environment in the country, merging hands-on instruction with simulation, immersive VR training, and AI-supported learning systems. Our mission is to modernize skilled trades education and accelerate the development of the next generation of highly skilled American tradesmen.

Position Summary

The Electrical School Director (Founding Director) will play a foundational role in designing and launching a national model for electrical workforce training. This program will combine traditional hands-on apprenticeship-style training with emerging technologies such as immersive simulation, AI-assisted instruction, and virtual/augmented reality environments.

As both a program builder and institutional leader, the Director is responsible for creating a scalable electrical training program that serves as a blueprint for modernizing skilled trades education nationally.

Position Details

• Date Posted: TBD
• Reports To: Vice President, Head of Schools – [Industrial Trades Division]
• Relocation: Relocation assistance available
• Additional Benefits: 401k, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Leadership

• Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive electrical training program from inception through launch.
• Establish program goals, learning outcomes, and performance metrics.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with industry standards, applicable codes, and workforce demands.
• Design a training model capable of scaling across multiple campuses as a national blueprint.
• Oversee accreditation, credentialing, and compliance requirements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through innovative teaching methods (Simulation, AI, VR).

Technology & Innovation

• Evaluate and integrate AI-assisted learning tools, simulation platforms, and VR/AR environments into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with technology partners to develop immersive environments replicating real-world job sites.
• Identify opportunities to accelerate learning outcomes using adaptive learning systems.
• Position the organization as a national leader in trade education modernization.

Staff & Workforce Development

• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise a team of electrical instructors.
• Mentor instructors to ensure high-quality, consistent instruction and professional growth.
• Establish instructional best practices and rigorous evaluation processes.

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop and continuously improve curriculum aligned with NCCER and NEC standards.
• Incorporate simulation and AI-supported training methods where appropriate.
• Ensure hands-on lab instruction meets all safety, quality, and educational requirements.

Operations & Industry Engagement

• Manage program budgets, equipment procurement, and instructional resources.
• Coordinate scheduling, facilities use, and lab operations.
• Build strategic relationships with contractors, utilities, manufacturers, and industry employers.
• Support apprenticeship pathways and job placement for graduates.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Master Electrician license OR equivalent senior leadership experience in electrical workforce training/apprenticeship programs.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading training, workforce development, or technical education programs.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of NEC codes, safety standards, and industry best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCER Certified Instructor.
• Experience designing or scaling national apprenticeship or training programs.
• Experience using simulation, VR/AR, or digital learning platforms in a technical environment.
• Demonstrated interest in AI-assisted instruction and immersive learning tools.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Work Environment: A dynamic mix of administrative, classroom, and hands-on lab environments. Strict adherence to electrical safety standards is required.
• Benefits Include:
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional development support

HVACR School Director

Salary: $175,000 – $225,000 (based on experience)

Incentive: Up to 20% performance-based annual bonus

Location: Bentonville & Gentry, AR

Employment Type: Full-time, On-Campus (Gentry)

Benefits: Relocation assistance, professional development, 401(k), and comprehensive benefits package

Reports To: Vice President, Head of Schools

We are building one of the most advanced trade training environments in the country, combining hands-on instruction with simulation, immersive VR training, and AI-supported learning systems to modernize skilled trades education.

We are seeking an HVACR School Director to lead the design and launch of a high-quality heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) training program that prepares students for successful careers in the HVACR trade. This leader will oversee curriculum development, recruit and manage instructors, and ensure the program aligns with industry standards, safety requirements, and workforce needs.

Reporting to the Vice President, Head of Schools, the Director will play a key role in building the program from the ground up while integrating emerging training technologies—including simulation, immersive learning environments, and AI-supported instruction—to accelerate skill development and help shape the future of trade education.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Leadership

• Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive HVACR training program from inception through launch
• Establish program goals, learning outcomes, and performance metrics
• Ensure curriculum aligns with industry standards, applicable mechanical codes, and workforce demands
• Oversee accreditation, credentialing, and compliance requirements as applicable
• Build a culture of continuous improvement by implementing innovative teaching methods, including simulation, AI-assisted instruction, and immersive learning technologies

Technology & Innovation in Trade Education

• Evaluate and integrate emerging training technologies such as AI-assisted learning tools, simulation platforms, and virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) into the HVACR curriculum
• Collaborate with curriculum designers and technology partners to develop immersive learning environments that replicate real-world mechanical and service job sites
• Identify opportunities to accelerate learning outcomes using adaptive learning systems and simulation-based training
• Help position the program as a national leader in modernizing skilled trades education

Instructional Staff & Workforce Development

• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise HVACR instructors
• Mentor instructors to ensure high-quality, consistent instruction
• Establish instructional best practices and evaluation processes
• Foster a culture of professionalism, safety, and continuous improvement

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve curriculum aligned with NCCER HVACR Level 1 (6th Edition) while incorporating simulation, immersive learning technologies, and AI-supported training methods where appropriate
• Ensure hands-on lab instruction meets all safety, quality, and educational requirements
• Integrate industry-recognized training frameworks and best practices
• Ensure instruction reflects current HVACR technologies, tools, refrigerants, and installation practices

Operations & Administration

• Manage program budgets, equipment needs, tools, and instructional resources
• Coordinate scheduling, facilities use, and lab operations
• Collaborate with administration, industry partners, and workforce stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, EPA requirements, and institutional policies

Industry & Community Engagement

• Build relationships with HVACR contractors, service companies, and industry partners
• Support apprenticeship pathways, job placement, and workforce alignment
• Represent the program in community, industry, and advisory meetings

Required Qualifications

• State-recognized HVACR license or equivalent industry credential
• EPA Section 608 Certification
• Minimum of 10 years of experience working in the HVACR trade

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCER Certified Instructor (HVACR)
• Prior experience teaching or training apprentices or trades students
• Experience in program development, leadership, or supervisory roles
• Experience using simulation, VR/AR, or digital learning platforms in technical or workforce training environments
• Demonstrated interest in innovating trade education through emerging technologies such as AI-assisted instruction or immersive learning tools

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development support

Work Location: In person (Gentry, AR)