Part-time Lecturer - Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences

Description

The University of Chicago, Division of the Social Sciences seeks applicants for a part-time Lecturer 1B in the Master of Arts Program in the Social Sciences (MAPSS) to teach in the Winter or Spring Quarter of 2026. The successful candidate(s) will teach one course related to the practice and application of social science research in the non-profit, for-profit, or government sectors. We are particularly interested in applied courses in the areas of grant writing and fundraising; public history (museums, exhibitions, curatorial); policy development and analysis; public opinion; business intelligence and strategy; program or project management; and/or civic engagement and public leadership. We are not currently seeking courses in User Experience or Design Research.

 

We seek applicants who can teach courses of interest to graduate students in the Social Sciences Division and advanced undergraduates in the College.

 

Applicants with questions about specific course proposals may consult with MAPSS program director Darcy Heuring (darcy@uchicago.edu).

 

Applicants who can teach in person in Hyde Park, either during the day or in the evening (1-2 times per week) strongly preferred.

 

This appointment is renewable depending on funding and programmatic need.

 

The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and the University.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a PhD or MA with relevant equivalent professional experience (5+ years) in their teaching area by the start of the appointment.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position candidates must submit their application through the University of Chicago’s Interfolio jobs board at apply.interfolio.com/173315, and upload the following: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; 3) a detailed course proposal or sample syllabus; 4) teaching statement; and 5) the names of 2 references.

 

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025 and will continue until the position(s) is filled or the search is closed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.