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Environmental JusticeUSC Gould School of Law is seeking lecturers to co-teach Environmental Justice (LAW 657).  This two-unit course will explore the emergence of the environmental justice movement, nationally and in California, within the civil rights foundation.  It will also examine several ongoing environmental justice controversies in California.Candidates must have a JD and experience in the subject matter.  In addition, this course will be taught on campus, so instructors must be local.USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.To ensure compliance with federal, state or local regulatory requirements as well as university policy and procedures, Adjunct Lecturers are required to complete specific training requirements as a condition of employment. Adjuncts Lecturers must complete mandated training by a required deadline. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination, in accordance with the Faculty Handbook. Trainings that are required for all faculty and staff include USC’s Harassment Prevention Training at the time of hire and every two years thereafter, USC’s Integrity and Accountability Code Training at the time of hire, Information Security training annually, and Workplace Violence Prevention Plan training annually. A variety of other trainings may be required based on specific job responsibilities.https://policy.usc.edu/training-requirements-and-opportunities/https://employees.usc.edu/learn-grow/learning-and-professional-development/required-training/The base salary range for this position is $2,304 – $9,466 per semester. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the number of units per course, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Equity, diversity, inclusion, opportunity, and access are of central importance to the Gould School of Law. Gould holds a unique position in society, and within the university, as every aspect of these principles is influenced by and can be protected through legal rules and institutions. At Gould, we are proudly committed to maintaining a community in which each person respects the rights of others to live, work, and learn in peace and dignity, to be proud of who and what they are, and to have equal opportunity to realize their full potential as individuals and members of society.

The Department of Latin American and Iberian Cultures at the USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2025. The candidate must have a doctoral degree in Spanish or another appropriate field of study by the time of appointment. We prefer expertise in any of these fields: Spanish Peninsular, Lusophone, and U.S. Latinx literatures and cultures. We are also especially interested in candidates who can demonstrate a teaching and scholarly commitment to theoretical and comparative approaches. Normal teaching load per academic year is four courses, including undergraduate courses in the Department and the University’s General Education program as well as graduate seminars in the doctoral program in Comparative Studies in Literature and Culture.We will begin to review applications on November 8, 2024. Applications should include: 1) a cover letter that specifically addresses the candidate’s qualifications for the position, research and teaching interests, 2) a current CV, 3) a writing sample (limited to 30 pages), and 4) three letters of recommendation. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the “Apply” link at the top or bottom of this page.  For any questions about the application process, please email the search committee chair, Professor Roberto Ignacio Díaz (rdiaz@usc.edu), or our department program specialist, Tricia García (triciaga@usc.edu).The annual base salary range for this position is $106,400 – $117,600. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed and background. The university particularly encourages members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. USC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Further information is available by contacting uschr@usc.edu.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.  

Records all cafeteria customer and purchases through the registers, collects money and issues change. Displays prompt and courteous service to customers and is able to communicate effectively with them. Cleans and stocks server & beverage area.Essential Duties:Operates a cash register (or equivalent), receives payments of cash, checks and charges from customers or employees for goods or services, making change and issuing receipts or tickets to customers.Responsible for accurate ring of proper PLU for sale items and/or accurate barcode scan.Provides the highest quality of service to customers at all times.Maintains proper security of cash at all times.Understands and follows Keck Medicine of USC’s cash-handling policies and procedures.May also be required to prepare for service before the meal and clean the dining room after the meal (wiping tables, vacuuming the floor, cleaning chairs, ensuring the acceptable appearance of the dining area).Clean and sanitize work stations and equipment and must follow all Sodexo, client and regulatory rules and procedures.May set up and stock the beverage area, grab and go items, service ware and condiments or other assigned areas.Attends all allergy and foodborne illness in-service training.Complies with all Keck Medicine of USC’s policies and procedures.Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.May assist in locating, reconciling and verifying the accuracy of transactions and operating peripheral equipment that records and supports non-cash transactions.May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentA minimum of 1 year of experience is required as a substitution of education.Req Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience If no High Diploma, GED or Equivalent, a minimum of 1 year of experience is required as a substitution of education.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Req Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, etc.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $16.85 – $22.16. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Water LawUSC Gould School of Law is seeking a lecturer to teach Water Law.  This three-unit course provides an overview of how states allocate and regulate surface water and groundwater across the United States.Candidates for this position must have a JD and at least five years of practice, including practice in the subject matter.  In addition, this course will be taught on campus, so instructors must be local.USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.To ensure compliance with federal, state or local regulatory requirements as well as university policy and procedures, Adjunct Lecturers are required to complete specific training requirements as a condition of employment. Adjuncts Lecturers must complete mandated training by a required deadline. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination, in accordance with the Faculty Handbook. Trainings that are required for all faculty and staff include USC’s Harassment Prevention Training at the time of hire and every two years thereafter, USC’s Integrity and Accountability Code Training at the time of hire, Information Security training annually, and Workplace Violence Prevention Plan training annually. A variety of other trainings may be required based on specific job responsibilities.https://policy.usc.edu/training-requirements-and-opportunities/https://employees.usc.edu/learn-grow/learning-and-professional-development/required-training/The base salary range for this position is $2,304 – $9,466 per semester. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the number of units per course, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Equity, diversity, inclusion, opportunity, and access are of central importance to the Gould School of Law. Gould holds a unique position in society, and within the university, as every aspect of these principles is influenced by and can be protected through legal rules and institutions. At Gould, we are proudly committed to maintaining a community in which each person respects the rights of others to live, work, and learn in peace and dignity, to be proud of who and what they are, and to have equal opportunity to realize their full potential as individuals and members of society.

LAW 403 Mental Health Law (4 units)USC Gould School of Law is seeking an adjunct lecturer to teach an undergraduate law class, Law 403 Mental Health Law. The instructor will begin work this fall 2024 to develop the course.The instructor will then teach the course during the spring 2025 semester, from Jan 13 to May 2, 2025 (final exam period from Wed-Wed, May 7-14). The class is scheduled to be held on campus with the following scheduling options:Monday from 4:00-7:20pmMonday/Wednesday 5:30-7:20pmTuesday/Thursday 8:00-9:50amCandidates must have a JD and strong legal professional backgrounds in the relevant subject matter, preferably with teaching experience. The course will be taught exclusively to enrolled undergraduate students.The course explores foundational legal and practice concepts through three intersecting systems: the mental health system, the criminal system, and the immigration system, with principal emphasis on the mental health system.This class may be postponed to a later semester if there are fewer than 6 students enrolled.Spring Semester 202573 instructional daysClasses Begin; Mon, January 13Martin Luther King’s Birthday Holiday: Mon, January 20President’s Day Holiday: Mon, February 17Spring Recess: Sun-Sun, March 16-23Classes End: Fri, May 2Study Days: Sat-Tue, May 3-6Exams: Wed-Wed, May 7-14Grading Deadline: TBDUSC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.To ensure compliance with federal, state or local regulatory requirements as well as university policy and procedures, Adjunct Lecturers are required to complete specific training requirements as a condition of employment. Adjuncts Lecturers must complete mandated training by a required deadline. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination, in accordance with the Faculty Handbook. Trainings that are required for all faculty and staff include USC’s Harassment Prevention Training at the time of hire and every two years thereafter, USC’s Integrity and Accountability Code Training at the time of hire, Information Security training annually, and Workplace Violence Prevention Plan training annually. A variety of other trainings may be required based on specific job responsibilities.https://policy.usc.edu/training-requirements-and-opportunities/https://employees.usc.edu/learn-grow/learning-and-professional-development/required-training/The base salary range for this position is $2,304 – $12,250 per semester. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the number of units per course, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Equity, diversity, inclusion, opportunity, and access are of central importance to the Gould School of Law. Gould holds a unique position in society, and within the university, as every aspect of these principles is influenced by and can be protected through legal rules and institutions. At Gould, we are proudly committed to maintaining a community in which each person respects the rights of others to live, work, and learn in peace and dignity, to be proud of who and what they are, and to have equal opportunity to realize their full potential as individuals and members of society.

The Interactive Media & Games Division within USC’s School of Cinematic Arts is seeking an adjunct faculty member in the field of Interactive Media and Games with a specialty in digital media and visual expression, with an emphasis in games and interactivity.We are looking for a working artist or professional with experience in visual storytelling vocabulary (i.e. film/video) and digital media development (i.e. games and interactive media). Our program is a vibrant and exciting community of designers, scholars and researchers, committed to the advancement of the digital arts, and it is situated within a larger school dedicated to the craft of storytelling and user experience from diverse perspectives. The position will teach design and building courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level, with topics ranging from introductory design to systems thinking.Minimum Education:  Bachelor’s DegreeMinimum Experience:- 3+ years as a designer, artist, or engineer working on independent and AAA video games.- Experience teaching or mentoring students in design or visual expression.- Good communication skills, project planning, and professional rigor and ethics.Preferred Education: Master’s Degree.Preferred Experience:- 7+ years as a designer/artist, or engineer working on independent and AAA video games.- Experience teaching design or visual expression classes.USC reserves the ‘Adjunct’ appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.The core salary range for this position is $32- $38 per hour. This is an adjunct 25% FTE position. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Drs. Jessica DeCuir-Gunby and Yasemin Copur-Gencturk at the Rossier School of Education are hiring a full-time content creator to develop and edit material in various formats to enhance the accessibility and interpretability of research findings in the areas of racial equity and mathematics education for the general public. The ideal candidate is an individual with background knowledge and expertise in mathematics teaching as well as knowledge of culturally responsive approaches, who can translate research into information that laypersons can understand and access through social media and news outlets. Candidates should have experience in mathematics education and culturally responsive teaching or research methodologies, an exquisite command of the English language, and the ability to use technology effectively. The position has a flexible start date and runs until July 31, 2027, with the potential for renewal.The individual may work fully remotely from anywhere in the country as long as working hours significantly overlap with Pacific Standard Time.Duties and Responsibilities Create, maintain, and provide technical support for the websites and social media outlets of Drs. Copur-Gencturk and DeCuir-Gunby.Translate research into materials that can be disseminated through news outlets, such as research briefs, and social media, such as tweets, animated videos, or other dissemination tools.Coordinate work for Drs. DeCuir-Gunby and Copur-Gencturk and their research teams.Copyedit documents for content, formatting, grammar, and style.Provide technical support for presentations and webinars.QualificationsHas completed college-level courses in mathematics.Has experience in teaching mathematics.Has a demonstrated understanding of culturally responsive teaching approaches and/or research methodologies.Has demonstrated experience as a content developer and strong skills in using various kinds of technologies to create content and maintain sites.Has an expert command of the English language.Pays meticulous attention to detail.Has a demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines with little guidance.Possesses strong interpersonal abilities, especially with academics. The hourly range for this position is $26.00-$30.77. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Applications should be submitted via usccarreers.usc.edu and should include the following:ResumeA cover letter (Our system will allow you to add additional documentation by clicking the “upload” button in the same section where you attach your resume.)Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree

Addtional Education Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience: 3 years

Minimum Skills: Secretarial or specialized clerical and administrative experience.
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Experience: 4 years

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.The Department of Urology is looking for a Physician Assistant to work at USC Arcadia Hospital in our USC Institute of Urology Clinic. This is located in the city of Arcadia, California. The physician assistant will need to obtain detailed and accurate medical histories from patients to delineate problems and record information.  The physician assistant develops and implements patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services.  The recording of progress notes and the provision of continuity of care are duties of the clinical instructor of urology (clinician educator) physician assistant as well.  The urology physician assistant performs and/or interprets common laboratory, radiological, and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiological progress.  Assist Urology doctors in the various urologic procedures.The yearly base salary range for this position is $152,880 – $194,022.  When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.physician.Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) issued Physician Assistance certification

Minimum Experience: 1 year
Addtional Experience Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience
Minimum Skills: Current California license for Physician Assistant and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). Directly related experience in field.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree

The USC Viterbi School of Engineering (viterbischool.usc.edu) at the University of Southern California seeks outstanding faculty candidates for multiple full-time teaching-track faculty positions across diverse aspects of computing and technology. While outstanding candidates from other related areas may be considered, ideal candidates for these positions will have the experience and knowledge necessary to teach undergraduate-level courses in one (or more) of the following specific areas:Applied Artificial Intelligence (machine learning; computer vision; natural language processing)Applied Analytics (data analytics & visualization; big data; databases; machine learning; AI)Blockchain (digital assets; decentralized applications; smart contracts)Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics (ethical hacking & system defense; web & network security)Digital Entrepreneurship (building high-tech startups; technologies for interactive marketing)Enterprise Information Systems (SAP, enterprise resource planning, business intelligence, assurance and security, and supply chain management)Programming (introductory & object-oriented programming; data structures; advanced topics)Technical Game Art & Video Game Production (Maya, character rigging & animation, game production, interactive entertainment project and quality assurance management)These are full-time, non-tenure track, benefits-eligible teaching positions in the Technology and Applied Computing Program (TAC) (itp.usc.edu), a unique and innovative program that provides technology education to students from all majors at the university. TAC will lead the university-wide undergraduate educational efforts of USC’s $1 billion Frontiers of Computing initiative as an integral part of USC Viterbi’s new School of Advanced Computing (sac.usc.edu). TAC’s 18 full-time and numerous part-time faculty members have built a collaborative community that is passionate about teaching and seeing all students succeed. TAC provides technology education to thousands of students from many majors. Its award-winning faculty members also work on initiatives such as increasing diversity in engineering, outreach to underserved communities, accessibility in technology, and technology for social impact.All candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to teaching. TAC faculty spend 80% of their time on teaching and teaching-related duties and 20% engaged in service to students, the program, the university, professional societies, and the broader community. (There are no research expectations for these positions.) TAC is seeking qualified candidates at all experience levels: new faculty typically start at the level of Lecturer, but qualified candidates with substantial teaching experience or relevant backgrounds will be considered for a commensurate higher-ranked position such as Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor of Practice, or Professor of Practice.TAC is seeking candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching and willing to contribute to engagement with and inclusion of students from a wide range of disciplines and cultural backgrounds. The USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the USC School of Advanced Computing are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and welcome applications from women and persons from racial/ethnic populations demographically underrepresented in STEM fields, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Viterbi School of Engineering was recently awarded the ASEE President’s Award for its continuing efforts to “change the conversation” about engineering and developing nationally a robust and diverse engineering pipeline.Viterbi School of EngineeringThe USC Viterbi School of Engineering is among the top-tier engineering schools in the world, with research expenditures typically exceeding $177 million annually. It is home to institutions such as the Information Sciences Institute, the Institute for Creative Technologies, two former National Science Foundation Engineering Research Centers, and the Department of Homeland Security’s first University Center of Excellence, CREATE. The school is also affiliated with the USC Stevens Center for Innovation.The USC School of Advanced Computing was established as a “school within a school” in 2024 to serve as the hub for advanced computing research and education at USC. The USC School of Advanced Computing bridges USC computer science, computer engineering, and technology education communities with experts from numerous disciplines across the University — from the arts and humanities, business, health, sustainability, and other areas — to tackle society’s most pressing issues, from climate change to public health, with ethics at the core. The USC School of Advanced Computing is the university’s intellectual nexus for computing and seeks to educate all USC students, regardless of their major, in the ethical use of computing technology.USC is committed to a vibrant and healthy work environment, being consistently honored as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. In addition to health, vision, and dental plans for employees, spouses / partners, and dependents, USC also provides services such as the Center for Work and Family Life, access to child care, and the Mindfulness program, tuition assistance for children and spouses, as well as cultural events such as Vision and Voices. Deeply connected to the surrounding community, USC partners with local initiatives and encourages faculty to participate through programs such as Good Neighbors and CS@SC.USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.To apply, please visit https://usccareers.usc.edu/.Application Materials and DeadlinesApplications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, a statement about fostering an inclusive environment in the classroom, and names of at least three professional and/or teaching references. TAC will be evaluating these applications on a rolling basis to fill in-person positions beginning in both Spring 2025 and Fall 2025. To receive full consideration, all materials should be received by:For Spring 2025 (beginning January 1st, 2025): October 15, 2024For Fall 2025 (beginning August 16th, 2025): December 1, 2024Incomplete applications or applications received after these deadlines may not be considered.SalaryThe annual base salary ranges for the following faculty ranks for this posting are:Lecturer of Technology and Applied Computing: $83,000 – $99,000Senior Lecturer of Technology and Applied Computing: $96,000 – $125,000Associate Professor of Technology and Applied Computing Practice: $120,000 – $140,000Professor of Technology and Applied Computing Practice: $140,000 – $175,000When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope of responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.EducationMinimum: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or industry-related fieldPreferred: Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent advanced terminal degree in a STEM-related or industry-related fieldExperienceMinimum ExperienceFor candidates with a Bachelor’s degree: four years of industry and/or teaching experienceFor candidates with a Master’s degree: two years of industry and/or teaching experienceCandidates with, or expecting, a doctoral degree (PhD, Ed.D. or equivalent): demonstrated teaching experiencePreferred ExperienceFive years of relevant industry and/or teaching experiencePrior teaching experience at the university levelRequired DocumentsCover letterCurriculum vitaeTeaching statementStatement about fostering an inclusive environment in the classroomNames and contact information of three professional/teaching references.

The Interactive Media & Games Division within USC’s School of Cinematic Arts is seeking an adjunct faculty member in the field of Interactive Media and Games with a specialty in game studies.We are looking for a scholar who can teach an undergraduate seminar in game studies, which might include history, theory, and critical analysis of the medium of games depending on the applicant’s background. Our program is a vibrant and exciting community of designers, scholars and researchers, committed to the advancement of the digital arts, and it is situated within a larger school dedicated to the craft of storytelling and user experience from diverse perspectives.Minimum Education:  Master’s DegreeMinimum Experience:- 3+ years teaching game or media studies- Good communication skills, deep understanding of the field of gamesPreferred Education: PhDPreferred Experience:- 5+ years teaching or publishing in the field of game or media studies as an instructor or post-docUSC reserves the ‘Adjunct’ appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.The core salary range for this position is $32- $38 per hour. This is an adjunct 25% FTE position. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, as well as external market and organizational considerations.