Design and conduct educational programs and courses of
instruction in accordance with the policies of the University.
Actively participate in the comprehensive planning or review of
the development and quality improvement of the educational programs
and courses of study, assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness
of such programs and courses, and to make recommendations to the
Deans and Provost concerning the educational mission, programs, and
policies of the University.
Recommend educational policies and degree requirements which
effectively carry out the mission of the University.
Advise students on academic progress, and recommend student
candidates for earned degrees.
Participate in the selection, evaluation, and advancement of
faculty and academic administrators.
Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through open
inquiry, creative activity and research as appropriate.
Participate in service as requested or required.
The faculty member may consider any matter in connection with the
effectiveness and quality of the educational program or the
professional welfare of the faculty, may make recommendations to
the department chair, academic dean or provost concerning any
policies, programs, or procedures which affect the educational
program or faculty welfare.
Each school and college in the University may have a faculty of its
own consisting of all members of the University faculty within the
particular school or college and subject to the approval of the
Provost, adopt by-laws and rules concerning its own organization,
governance, and procedures.
Each faculty shall function under the Dean and Provost and be
subjected to the policies of the University.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and
staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A master's degree or its equivalent in the field of
specialization and promise of teaching success and of scholarly or
artistic achievements.
- A candidate without a master's degree must have equivalent
educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of
instructional responsibility, and the recommendation for
appointment must contain a statement of this equivalence.
- While holding an appointment as a Lecturer, no person shall be
eligible for tenure, nor shall service in this appointment be
counted toward meeting minimum time requirements for promotion
and/or the probationary period for tenure.
- Each appointment as a Lecturer in the University will be for a
specific period of time.
- A review of each such appointment will be conducted consistent
with the University guidelines for faculty evaluation before a
renewed appointment is proffered.
- The rank of Lecturer is not a tenure eligible appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College-level experience highly desirable.
- Applications from those willing and qualified to teach in
related areas such as entrepreneurship/professional development,
music theory, and musicology are encouraged.
- An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of
specialization.
- Published research in field of specialization.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse
backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,
and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices
and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not
definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Requires extended periods of sitting and standing, bending and
stooping, and occasional walking. Work is primarily performed in a
standard classroom environment. Work performed for a total of 3-20
hours per week (depending on course/contract).
Special Instructions:
THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION. Your
application will be active for 90 days. Applications are accepted
on a continuous basis and are reviewed by the hiring department as
openings become available. To maintain your application within the
system, you will need to re-apply. Applicants must complete all
applicable sections of the online application to be considered for
a position. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify
the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable
accommodation needed before the date of the interview. Note: if a
job-specific posting is created and you are interested in that
specific position, please apply to that job posting. Submission of
materials does not guarantee consideration for future employment in
openings of this type since availability can be unpredictable and
consideration competitive.
To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32475
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