Lecturer in the Department of Design - Spring26 (DES 144)

Position OverviewSalary range: $73,107- $82,284Temporary Lecturer to teach a section of DES 144 during the Spring 2026 quarter.Course description: DES 144 – Thematic survey of interior architecture with emphasis on dwellings in cultural settings, modern interior design theories, and their relationship to building exteriors, sites, and uses. The course offers a 10-week overview of the history of interior architecture and design, with lecture, film, discussion breakout activities, and occasional on-campus architectural visits.Learning objectives: students consider interior spaces holistically, analyze furnishings and design principles in context, and develop projects that integrate historic precedents with contemporary design challenges.Applicants must have professional experience in a design field related to the curriculum.Application WindowOpen date: March 13, 2026Next review date: Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date for full consideration.Final date: Tuesday, Mar 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications accepted until this date; after the review date only if the position has not yet been filled.Appointment DatesSpring Quarter: March 26 – June 11, 2026ResponsibilitiesTeach the DES 144 lecture and TA-led discussion sections, develop lesson plans, coordinate film screenings and on-campus visits, guide students through case studies and redesign projects with the Davis Food Co-Op, and assess student work.QualificationsAppropriate professional degree (e.g., PhD, MFA, MArch, MDes, MA) or equivalent training and professional experience in a related design field.Application RequirementsCurriculum VitaeLetter of interestCopies of teaching evaluations (optional)Authorization to Release Information FormReference requirements: Contact information for three references.Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07557Help Contactmcgarrison@ucdavis.eduEEO StatementThe 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.Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check.Job LocationDavis, CAJ-18808-Ljbffr