Position Title:
Quarterly Lecturer - History DepartmentPosition Type:
TemporarySalary Range:
$9,552 for each 4 or 5 unit course.
Purpose:
The Department ofat Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in History. Available courses may include the history of South Asia, China, Germany, Native American/indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+, or courses related to the history of business and capitalism. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. All classes will be presented in- person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Terminal degree (Ph.D./MFA) in History or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in History or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching History at the college level.
Excellent communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience teaching the history of South Asia, China, Germany, Native American/indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+, or courses related to the history of business and capitalism
Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.
Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
TEACHING (100%).
Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;
Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;
Holding regular weekly office hours on campus;
Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;
Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;
Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or Working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.
SERVICE (0%):
This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.
REQUESTED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
CV, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations from previous courses, a short cover letter, and contact information for references
Applicants will upload all of their information into Workday, with the exception of confidential letters of reference.
Telecommute
Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.
Work Authorization:
SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.
Quarterly Lecturer - History Department • Santa Clara, CA
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