Lecturer - Information Management - School of Information

Lecturer – Information Management – School of Information

School of Information at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for part‑time, non‑tenure‑track lecturers to teach courses in the Master of Information Management and Systems program.

Position overview

• Position title:
  
  Lecturer
• Salary range: $79,887 – $128,194 annually, depending on experience. Appointments are typically 25% time for 2‑unit courses, 33% time for 3‑unit courses, and 42% time for 4‑unit courses, for a period of 5 months. Salary will increase in subsequent terms.
• Percent time: 12.5% to 100% time
• Anticipated start:
  January, August, and occasionally June
• Review timeline:
  Applicants considered as needs arise; presence of pool does not guarantee a position.
• Position duration:
  Initial up to one year, possibility for renewal based on need, funding, and performance.
• Application window:
  Open July 1, 2025;
  Final date Feb 25, 2026.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering engaging, active‑learning classes.
• Cohesive course experience: develop syllabus, learning objectives, assessments, assignments, and ensure alignment with program goals.
• Facilitating student‑centered learning: office hours, one‑on‑one meetings, guidance throughout semester.
• Designing and refining course materials, maintaining academic rigor and inclusive environment.
• Providing constructive feedback on assignments, projects, and assessments.
• Managing course operations: schedules, grading policies, class logistics.
• Collaborating with instructional teams: share teaching strategies, address challenges, stay connected with program initiatives.
• Promoting inclusion and equity in learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Basic qualification
  :
  Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
• Additional qualifications required at start:
  Minimum 4 years professional experience in relevant field; minimum 2 years experience teaching in higher education or professional development, including workshops, executive education, or industry‑recognized certification programs.
• Preferred qualifications
  :
• Advanced degree in Information, Information Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Economics, Human‑Computer Interaction, or Design.
• 10+ years of professional experience in Information, Information Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Economics, Human‑Computer Interaction, or Design.
• Multiple years of demonstrated excellence in teaching college‑level courses.
• Familiarity with collaborative learning techniques and student‑centered instruction.
• Proven organizational and communication skills, ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse community through inclusive curriculum.
• Professional and teaching experience in at least one core area:
  Algorithmic Fairness and Bias Mitigation, Blockchain and Decentralized Systems, Cloud Computing and Scalability, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, Data Analysis and Visualization, Data Engineering and Analysis, Digital Ethics and Societal Impact, Digital Transformation in Organizations, Ethical Technology and Responsible AI, Generative AI and Its Applications, Human‑AI Collaboration, Human‑Computer Interaction, Information Policy, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Privacy‑Preserving Technologies, Product Management, Smart Cities and Urban Informatics, Social and Technical Innovation in Entrepreneurship, User‑Centered Design, Other Areas of Information Science and Systems.

Application requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Teaching Interests/Experience/Approach.
• Please indicate which classes you are qualified to teach.
• Teaching Evaluations, if available (optional).
• 3 reference contacts (contact information only).

Apply link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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Job location:

Berkeley, CA

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.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Education and Training

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