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Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in languages, translation certificationBachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field, translation certification
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Industry UsageLiterature, publishing, artsTechnology, engineering, scientific industries

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Lecturer in CCS Writing & Literature

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The Writing & Literature major in the College of Creative Studies (CCS) at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a part-time (50%) temporary lecturer to teach creative writing and related courses, with an emphasis on fiction, during the 2026-27 academic year. For a fall quarter appointment, the service period is anticipated to begin Fall Quarter 2026 or later. Work will be in person on the UCSB campus.
This is a non-tenure track, non-ladder, non-academic senate position. The possibility of reappointment in future years is dependent upon program needs, availability of funding, and job performance. Salary is based on UC's salary scales and depends upon qualifications. Eligibility for benefits such as health insurance is dependent upon the percentage and length of appointment.
The lecturer will teach courses in fiction and creative writing, and may contribute to instruction in areas such as narrative studies, interdisciplinary writing, literary publishing, and public communication. In addition to teaching duties, the lecturer may be assigned to advise undergraduates, contribute to admissions review, and support the administration of the Writing & Literature program as assigned by the CCS Dean's Office.
CCS is a small undergraduate college designed for self-directed students in the sciences, arts, engineering, and humanities within a world-class research university. It provides a rigorous, accelerated program that leads students through the production of a body of creative work supported by scholarly research and analysis, and offers a Bachelor of Art in Writing & Literature.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. Also, please note that the College cannot reimburse travel or moving expenses for relocating.
Unit: https://www.ccs.ucsb.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
MFA degree in creative writing, fiction, or a closely related field.
Preferred qualifications
  • Significant achievement as a practicing literary artist, including publication of book-length work or substantial publication in distinguished literary journals.
  • One year or more of teaching experience at the college or university level.
  • Graduate-level training or substantial study in comparative literature, world literature, translation, or another field that situates creative practice within a broad intellectual and cultural context.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach writing across genres, purposes, and student populations.
  • Experience designing interdisciplinary courses that connect written narrative with other artistic practices.
  • Professional experience in editing, publishing, or public-facing communication.
  • The capacity to connect artistic practice with professional application.
  • Experience mentoring writers at different stages of development.
  • An active understanding of the contemporary literary and publishing landscape.
  • Experience fostering inclusive and supportive creative writing environments that engage students from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Application Requirements
Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Please submit an up-to-date CV including teaching experience. A term-by-term listing of teaching that conveys the length of your experience is preferred.
  • Cover Letter - Cover letter should include a brief description of your interest in the position and confirmation of your availability to start Fall 2026 if selected.
  • Statement of Teaching Experience/Philosophy - Describe your approach to teaching in creative writing and related courses, including any experience with interdisciplinary or cross-genre instruction. This is also an opportunity to describe your professional practice across creative writing, editing/publishing, and any public-facing communication work that would inform your teaching and mentoring.
  • Syllabus sample(s) - Provide one or more syllabus sample(s) from relevant courses.
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 2-3 required (contact information only)

Applicants are to provide the names and contact information for 2-3 references. References will be contacted for the top candidate post interview.
Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03147
Help contact: search@ccs.ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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 for Employees, students and third parties
  • APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California 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, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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