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Lecturer, Chemistry and Biochemistry	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5555
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of San Diego seeks applications for part-time instructors for the following courses for Fall 2026 (in-person modality). When applying, you may indicate interest for one or more of the positions listed below. Please note specific days and meeting times. Part-time instructors will not teach more than 6 units (faculty load) per semester.
Teaching Professor, Music	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5556
The USD Music Department invites applicants for a full-time benefits-based non-tenure track Teaching Professor with specialization in class and applied guitar instruction. Classical and jazz styles should be prioritized, with other styles (rock, Latin, etc) included per the candidate’s expertise. The candidate should also be able to teach courses in world music and introductory music theory. This position will commence in Fall 2026, with the possibility of renewal. This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining Agreement will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721.
Assistant Professor, Anthropology	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5558
The Department of Anthropology at the University of San Diego announces a tenure-track position in Anthropology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. Area of specialization is the lived experience of religion, as well as environmental anthropology. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate active engagement in broader conversations surrounding theory and method in the study of anthropology through their teaching and scholarship. Candidates with sub-specializations that engage food studies and/or animal studies, and whose scholarship foregrounds ethical and pluralistic perspectives, are especially encouraged to apply. The position carries a 3-3 teaching load. Teaching load will include responsibilities in both Anthropology and Theology and Religious Studies as defined by an MOU delineating 4 ANTH designated and 2 THRS designated courses each year. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory courses as well as upper-division courses in the area(s) of specialization, and may include courses that fulfill the Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice requirement as well as other areas in our core curriculum. The candidate would be expected to teach lower division courses (such as Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, Introduction to World Religions, and Exploring Religious Meaning). Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching and scholarship are preferred.
Clinical Professor in Real Estate	Faculty, School of Business	5560
The Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position as a Clinical Professor in Real Estate. We seek candidates with a focus on commercial real estate, with expertise in areas including finance and investment, market analysis, asset management, development, capital markets, or sustainability. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing program through excellence in teaching and engagement with students and the real estate community.
Lecturer, Physics and Biophysics	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5561
The USD Physics and Biophysics Department seeks applications for a part-time instructor for the following courses for Fall 2026 (in-person modality). General Physics II. This is our second-semester, algebra-based introductory physics lecture course for life science majors. Course catalog description: A study of the fundamental principles of electricity and magnetism, light, and modern physics. Physics principles will be covered using algebra and trigonometry. General Physics II Lab. This is the companion lab to General Physics II. Course catalog description: A laboratory course introducing the concepts and techniques of experimental physics. General Physics I Lab. This is the companion lab to General Physics I, our first-semester, algebra-based introductory physics course. Course catalog description: A laboratory course introducing the concepts and techniques of experimental physics. Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism Lab. This is the companion lab to our second-semester, calculus-based introductory physics course. Course catalog description: A laboratory course introducing the concepts and techniques of experimental physics.
Teaching Professor, Physics and Biophysics	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5562
The University of San Diego (USD) Department of Physics and Biophysics invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position to teach physics courses during the 2026-27 academic year and possibly beyond. Teaching responsibilities will likely include some combination of introductory physics lectures and labs, plus possible future upper-division courses depending on department needs and candidate expertise. We offer both algebra-based introductory physics for life science majors and calculus-based introductory physics for physical science and engineering majors. We also offer courses for non-STEM majors. Class sizes are typically limited to 36 students in lecture courses and 20 in labs. A full-time teaching load will be two lecture sections and three lab sections per semester. Full-time faculty members will hold five hours of in-person office hours per week. We expect faculty members to be committed to teaching excellence and the usage of inclusive and evidence-based teaching practices. This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining Agreement will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721.
Program Coordinator - Professional and Continuing Education	Staff, Continuing Education	5551	May 06, 2026
The Program Coordinator ensures the smooth operational delivery of educational programs by assisting with the student records, instructor documentation, and partner relations. This role serves as a primary customer service link between USD and its external partners, including educational companies and various school districts, ensuring that educators and professionals receive accurate credit for their completed coursework.
Prospect Research Coordinator, Foundation Relations	Staff, University Advancement	5557
The prospect research coordinator is responsible for conducting sophisticated data analysis, prospect identification, in-depth research, and tracking on external foundation, corporate, and government funders to expand revenue generating opportunities for the university. Through careful investigation and proper vetting of potential and current funders, this position offers strategic guidance for successful fundraising approaches.
Assistant/Associate Professor of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education	Faculty, School of Leadership and Education Sciences	5531
The School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES) at the University of San Diego invites applications for a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position in STEM Education. The University of San Diego seeks faculty with expertise in STEM education to advance educational equity and social justice, across early childhood, K–12, and higher education. Faculty with expertise in STEM Education strengthen the university’s capacity to secure external funding, expand community partnerships, and develop innovative, culturally responsive programs. The successful candidate will be a scholar-practitioner committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, with a demonstrated ability to prepare educators to meet the needs of diverse learners. This individual will serve as a lead for STEM education–related curriculum development within the Department of Learning and Teaching, provide leadership in the Single Subject program, and report to the Chair and Associate Chair of the department.
Adjunct Faculty, MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence	Faculty, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering	5545
The Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for adjunct positions in the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MS-AAI) program, with an appointment beginning in Fall 2026. This is an on-campus position requiring the selected candidate to reside in the San Diego area. The MS-AAI program is delivered in accelerated 7-week course blocks, and all instruction occurs in person at USD. Courses in the MS-AAI program are centrally designed and maintained; adjunct faculty are expected to deliver and facilitate the provided curriculum rather than develop new course content.
Program Manager	Administrator, College of Arts and Sciences	5520
The Program Manager supports both the ALSAM Bridging the Gap Support Fund Program and the Humanities Center in different capacities. The ALSAM Program provides programming in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) for high school students from Mater Dei and Juan Diego Catholic high schools.
Development Manager, Knauss School of Business	Administrator, University Advancement	5552
The development manager for the Knauss School of Business, centralized under University Advancement, assists in the implementation of effective fundraising strategies, donor solicitations, and stewardship of targeted constituents to increase Knauss School’s and campus-wide fundraising goals and engagement. This position is responsible for cultivating donors and prospects comprising alumni, parents, and friends of the school, primarily at the President’s Club level ($1,500) and under.
Full Time Adjunct Faculty, Electrical Engineering	Faculty, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering	5534
The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a nine-month contract teaching faculty position to provide in person instruction to begin September 1, 2026. There is a possibility of a renewal of the contract after the first year. This position is a full benefits-based position and requires face-to-face student instruction. Candidates from all areas of specialization will be considered. Immediate instructional needs include but are not limited to: electromechanical systems, circuits, electronics, embedded systems, electrical power, digital design, signals and systems, electromagnetics, microwave engineering and communications. In addition to some of these areas, the department is also interested in candidates who have a background or interest in intelligent systems. Selected candidate will be expected to teach courses equivalent to 9 – 12 units per semester.
Associate Clinician	Administrator, School of Leadership and Education Sciences	5544	May 31, 2026
The Associate Clinician will be responsible for providing direct clinical services to a caseload of 20-25 clients, delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and supporting clients through their mental health journey. This role involves working closely with veterans and their families, offering individualized care and maintaining a high standard of clinical practice.
Executive Assistant 1, Graduate Programs	Staff, Office of Financial Aid	5529
Process funds for special programs, online programs, and all other graduate degree programs. Perform Form Review and Analysis functions, awarding and re-evaluations
Retail Store Manager	Administrator, Bookstore	5327
The University seeks an individual with a strong interest in working in a mission driven, faith-based institution. The role of the Retail Store Manager in working with the campus community and responsibilities of the position are significantly tethered in the university’s contemporary Roman Catholic mission. The Retail Store Manager oversees retail operations for the USD Torero Store and is responsible for apparel, emblematic, gift merchandise planning and forecasting of sales. The Retail Store Manager supervises, trains and assists employees like sales representatives and retail store specialists in customer service, store maintenance and product promotions.
Adjunct Faculty, Electrical Engineering	Faculty, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering	5532
The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a part-time teaching faculty to provide in person instruction to begin September 1, 2026. Candidates from all areas of specialization will be considered. Immediate instructional needs include but are not limited to: electromechanical systems, circuits, electrical power, and semiconductors.
Executive Assistant I, MEPN Program	Staff, School of Nursing and Health Science	5540	June 03, 2026
The Executive Assistant (EA) provides high-level administrative and operational support essential to the successful management of the Master’s Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN). Reporting to the MEPN Program Director, the EA serves as a primary administrative liaison for faculty, staff, and students, ensuring seamless program execution.
Assistant Athletic Director of Marketing and Communications	Administrator, Athletics	5539
The Assistant Athletic Director of Marketing and Communications oversees the department’s integrated marketing and storytelling strategy across all athletics programs. This position ensures alignment between marketing campaigns, creative storytelling, digital platforms, and communications efforts to elevate the athletics brand and drive attendance, engagement, and revenue.
Auxiliary Services Student Temporary Employee	Expression of Interest	5373
Submit your application for summer & fall 2026. Auxiliary Services has an array of unique jobs available and no experience is necessary!

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Position	Position Type	Posting #	Closes
Lecturer, Chemistry and Biochemistry	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5555
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of San Diego seeks applications for part-time instructors for the following courses for Fall 2026 (in-person modality). When applying, you may indicate interest for one or more of the positions listed below. Please note specific days and meeting times. Part-time instructors will not teach more than 6 units (faculty load) per semester.
Teaching Professor, Music	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5556
The USD Music Department invites applicants for a full-time benefits-based non-tenure track Teaching Professor with specialization in class and applied guitar instruction. Classical and jazz styles should be prioritized, with other styles (rock, Latin, etc) included per the candidate’s expertise. The candidate should also be able to teach courses in world music and introductory music theory. This position will commence in Fall 2026, with the possibility of renewal. This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining Agreement will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721.
Assistant Professor, Anthropology	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5558
The Department of Anthropology at the University of San Diego announces a tenure-track position in Anthropology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. Area of specialization is the lived experience of religion, as well as environmental anthropology. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate active engagement in broader conversations surrounding theory and method in the study of anthropology through their teaching and scholarship. Candidates with sub-specializations that engage food studies and/or animal studies, and whose scholarship foregrounds ethical and pluralistic perspectives, are especially encouraged to apply. The position carries a 3-3 teaching load. Teaching load will include responsibilities in both Anthropology and Theology and Religious Studies as defined by an MOU delineating 4 ANTH designated and 2 THRS designated courses each year. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory courses as well as upper-division courses in the area(s) of specialization, and may include courses that fulfill the Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice requirement as well as other areas in our core curriculum. The candidate would be expected to teach lower division courses (such as Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, Introduction to World Religions, and Exploring Religious Meaning). Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching and scholarship are preferred.
Clinical Professor in Real Estate	Faculty, School of Business	5560
The Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position as a Clinical Professor in Real Estate. We seek candidates with a focus on commercial real estate, with expertise in areas including finance and investment, market analysis, asset management, development, capital markets, or sustainability. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing program through excellence in teaching and engagement with students and the real estate community.
Lecturer, Physics and Biophysics	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5561
The USD Physics and Biophysics Department seeks applications for a part-time instructor for the following courses for Fall 2026 (in-person modality). General Physics II. This is our second-semester, algebra-based introductory physics lecture course for life science majors. Course catalog description: A study of the fundamental principles of electricity and magnetism, light, and modern physics. Physics principles will be covered using algebra and trigonometry. General Physics II Lab. This is the companion lab to General Physics II. Course catalog description: A laboratory course introducing the concepts and techniques of experimental physics. General Physics I Lab. This is the companion lab to General Physics I, our first-semester, algebra-based introductory physics course. Course catalog description: A laboratory course introducing the concepts and techniques of experimental physics. Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism Lab. This is the companion lab to our second-semester, calculus-based introductory physics course. Course catalog description: A laboratory course introducing the concepts and techniques of experimental physics.
Teaching Professor, Physics and Biophysics	Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences	5562
The University of San Diego (USD) Department of Physics and Biophysics invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position to teach physics courses during the 2026-27 academic year and possibly beyond. Teaching responsibilities will likely include some combination of introductory physics lectures and labs, plus possible future upper-division courses depending on department needs and candidate expertise. We offer both algebra-based introductory physics for life science majors and calculus-based introductory physics for physical science and engineering majors. We also offer courses for non-STEM majors. Class sizes are typically limited to 36 students in lecture courses and 20 in labs. A full-time teaching load will be two lecture sections and three lab sections per semester. Full-time faculty members will hold five hours of in-person office hours per week. We expect faculty members to be committed to teaching excellence and the usage of inclusive and evidence-based teaching practices. This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining Agreement will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721.
Program Coordinator - Professional and Continuing Education	Staff, Continuing Education	5551	May 06, 2026
The Program Coordinator ensures the smooth operational delivery of educational programs by assisting with the student records, instructor documentation, and partner relations. This role serves as a primary customer service link between USD and its external partners, including educational companies and various school districts, ensuring that educators and professionals receive accurate credit for their completed coursework.
Prospect Research Coordinator, Foundation Relations	Staff, University Advancement	5557
The prospect research coordinator is responsible for conducting sophisticated data analysis, prospect identification, in-depth research, and tracking on external foundation, corporate, and government funders to expand revenue generating opportunities for the university. Through careful investigation and proper vetting of potential and current funders, this position offers strategic guidance for successful fundraising approaches.
Assistant/Associate Professor of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education	Faculty, School of Leadership and Education Sciences	5531
The School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES) at the University of San Diego invites applications for a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position in STEM Education. The University of San Diego seeks faculty with expertise in STEM education to advance educational equity and social justice, across early childhood, K–12, and higher education. Faculty with expertise in STEM Education strengthen the university’s capacity to secure external funding, expand community partnerships, and develop innovative, culturally responsive programs. The successful candidate will be a scholar-practitioner committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, with a demonstrated ability to prepare educators to meet the needs of diverse learners. This individual will serve as a lead for STEM education–related curriculum development within the Department of Learning and Teaching, provide leadership in the Single Subject program, and report to the Chair and Associate Chair of the department.
Adjunct Faculty, MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence	Faculty, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering	5545
The Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for adjunct positions in the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MS-AAI) program, with an appointment beginning in Fall 2026. This is an on-campus position requiring the selected candidate to reside in the San Diego area. The MS-AAI program is delivered in accelerated 7-week course blocks, and all instruction occurs in person at USD. Courses in the MS-AAI program are centrally designed and maintained; adjunct faculty are expected to deliver and facilitate the provided curriculum rather than develop new course content.
Program Manager	Administrator, College of Arts and Sciences	5520
The Program Manager supports both the ALSAM Bridging the Gap Support Fund Program and the Humanities Center in different capacities. The ALSAM Program provides programming in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) for high school students from Mater Dei and Juan Diego Catholic high schools.
Development Manager, Knauss School of Business	Administrator, University Advancement	5552
The development manager for the Knauss School of Business, centralized under University Advancement, assists in the implementation of effective fundraising strategies, donor solicitations, and stewardship of targeted constituents to increase Knauss School’s and campus-wide fundraising goals and engagement. This position is responsible for cultivating donors and prospects comprising alumni, parents, and friends of the school, primarily at the President’s Club level ($1,500) and under.
Full Time Adjunct Faculty, Electrical Engineering	Faculty, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering	5534
The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a nine-month contract teaching faculty position to provide in person instruction to begin September 1, 2026. There is a possibility of a renewal of the contract after the first year. This position is a full benefits-based position and requires face-to-face student instruction. Candidates from all areas of specialization will be considered. Immediate instructional needs include but are not limited to: electromechanical systems, circuits, electronics, embedded systems, electrical power, digital design, signals and systems, electromagnetics, microwave engineering and communications. In addition to some of these areas, the department is also interested in candidates who have a background or interest in intelligent systems. Selected candidate will be expected to teach courses equivalent to 9 – 12 units per semester.
Associate Clinician	Administrator, School of Leadership and Education Sciences	5544	May 31, 2026
The Associate Clinician will be responsible for providing direct clinical services to a caseload of 20-25 clients, delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and supporting clients through their mental health journey. This role involves working closely with veterans and their families, offering individualized care and maintaining a high standard of clinical practice.
Executive Assistant 1, Graduate Programs	Staff, Office of Financial Aid	5529
Process funds for special programs, online programs, and all other graduate degree programs. Perform Form Review and Analysis functions, awarding and re-evaluations
Retail Store Manager	Administrator, Bookstore	5327
The University seeks an individual with a strong interest in working in a mission driven, faith-based institution. The role of the Retail Store Manager in working with the campus community and responsibilities of the position are significantly tethered in the university’s contemporary Roman Catholic mission. The Retail Store Manager oversees retail operations for the USD Torero Store and is responsible for apparel, emblematic, gift merchandise planning and forecasting of sales. The Retail Store Manager supervises, trains and assists employees like sales representatives and retail store specialists in customer service, store maintenance and product promotions.
Adjunct Faculty, Electrical Engineering	Faculty, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering	5532
The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a part-time teaching faculty to provide in person instruction to begin September 1, 2026. Candidates from all areas of specialization will be considered. Immediate instructional needs include but are not limited to: electromechanical systems, circuits, electrical power, and semiconductors.
Executive Assistant I, MEPN Program	Staff, School of Nursing and Health Science	5540	June 03, 2026
The Executive Assistant (EA) provides high-level administrative and operational support essential to the successful management of the Master’s Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN). Reporting to the MEPN Program Director, the EA serves as a primary administrative liaison for faculty, staff, and students, ensuring seamless program execution.
Assistant Athletic Director of Marketing and Communications	Administrator, Athletics	5539
The Assistant Athletic Director of Marketing and Communications oversees the department’s integrated marketing and storytelling strategy across all athletics programs. This position ensures alignment between marketing campaigns, creative storytelling, digital platforms, and communications efforts to elevate the athletics brand and drive attendance, engagement, and revenue.
Auxiliary Services Student Temporary Employee	Expression of Interest	5373
Submit your application for summer & fall 2026. Auxiliary Services has an array of unique jobs available and no experience is necessary!

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