The Department of History at the University of California, Berkeley seeks a non-tenure-track instructor for four courses on the history of science during the academic year 2013-14. Candidates able to teach two upper-division courses among history of American science, environmental history, or history of the life sciences are especially encouraged to apply. Along with undergraduate teaching, the successful candidate will develop materials for and coordinate the History Department’s offerings for Cal Teach, supporting math, science, and engineering students interested in becoming K-12 math and science teachers. Position starts July 1, 2013. Ph.D. or equivalent required at the time of appointment. Salary is dependent on qualifications.
Review of applications will start immediately. To apply, please use our online system to register and submit a cover letter, C.V., descriptions of prospective courses, and two letters of recommendation. All items must be submitted electronically no later than June 17, 2013. 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. Questions about this position may be addressed to Professor Massimo Mazzotti, Department of History, University of California, 3229 Dwinelle Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720-2550 (mazzotti@berkeley.edu). The University of California is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.