Department of Human Ecology, University of California, Davis
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: September 22, 2026
Next review date: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The appointee will have a leadership role in the scholarship of teaching and learning, working with faculty in the Human Ecology department to develop, implement and assess new pedagogical initiatives, and develop a successful discipline-based pedagogical research program in human sciences, with a primary focus on teaching aging and adult development. The appointee will also be expected to demonstrate continued professional growth and contribute to the university mission through service activities. Examples of professional growth may involve some or all of the following professional contributions and attainments: (i) research and publication in the candidate’s subject-matter discipline, (ii) pedagogical or curricular innovation, (iii) research and publication on pedagogy, (iv) professional activity in professional organizations, and (v) academic leadership within the University beyond normal service obligations.
Other preferred qualifications include documented success in some or all of the following areas as related to human development: innovative teaching methods for large enrollment undergraduate classes, use of evidence-based teaching practices, use of modern instructional technology including virtual models, and ability to identify, develop, and assess effective teaching strategies for diverse student populations (e.g., first generation college students).
This recruitment is conducted at the assistant rank. The resulting hire will be at the Assistant Professor rank, regardless of the proposed appointee’s qualifications.
Initial review of applications will be conducted using anonymized versions of the Statement of Teaching Accomplishments and Interests. Applications demonstrating sufficient potential based on this review will be advanced to full review.
Start-up funding will be provided based on the programmatic needs of the successful candidate.
UC Davis supports Family-friendly recruitments. UC Davis covers travel expenses for a second person to accompany an invited faculty recruitment candidate who is a mother (or single parent of either gender) of a breast or bottle-feeding child less than two years of age.
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The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its [Science & Climate]
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)
• Evidence of appropriate professional achievement and activities as evidenced by traditional or electronic publications and/or other creative activities appropriate to the discipline.
• Experience and/or awareness of considerations teaching classes of varying sizes (e.g., 30 vs 200+ students)
• Experience and/or interest in supporting students across a range of different learning styles
• Demonstrated ability or potential to develop and instruct undergraduate courses.
• Demonstrated ability or potential to and interest in advising and mentoring undergraduates
• Evidence of communication skills and collegiality consistent with effective departmental, campus and professional citizenship.
• Preferred qualification: specialty expertise in innovative teaching methods for large enrollment classes (e.g., active learning strategies, group assignments, field activities, and demonstrated use of classroom technologies that promote student engagement).
Application Requirements
Document requirements
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Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. -
Statement of Teaching – A statement of current teaching accomplishments, proposed teaching, and education or subject-matter research (not to exceed four pages) -
Teaching Portfolio – A teaching portfolio combined into a single pdf that includes: a) up to 2 sample course syllabi, b) up to two assignments plus grading rubrics, c) quantitative and qualitative student evaluations from up to 2 courses. -
Cover Letter (Optional) -
Authorization to Release Information Form – This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
- 4-6 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07903
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The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for generations to come.
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Closing Date: 10/31/2026
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