Teach at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
Teach what you know to the next generation of professionals
As a UCSC Silicon Valley instructor, you are bringing your expertise, your passion, and your vision to students who are building their professional skills, advancing their careers, and contributing to the regional workforce. You're joining a talented community of professionals working at an accredited institution with a legacy of more than 50 years of personalized classroom experience for every stage of a career.
Bring your real-life experience to the classroom!
- 285 courses
- 19 certificate programs
- 11 short program specializations
- 3 one-quarter international specializations
- 185 instructors
- A local and global student population
- In-person and flexible class formats as well as live-online classrooms via Zoom, and online, self-directed programs
Working at UCSC Silicon Valley
See open staff positions at the bottom of the page.
Current instructor openings
We are currently reviewing applications for the positions below. These are part-time, non-tenure-track, academic teaching appointments. We hire based on course section demand.
Open call for teaching applicants
UCSC Silicon Valley Extension is always interested in hearing from qualified industry professionals interested in teaching an existing course or a new topic in high demand. These are part-time, non-tenure-track, academic teaching appointments. We hire based on course section demand. Additional details about working at UCSC Silicon Valley.
Work authorization
Due to the part-time nature of our instructor positions, UCSC Silicon Valley Extension is unable to sponsor visa/work permits or hire individuals who are on F-, J-, or H-sponsored visas.
TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES
BIOSCIENCE
Bioinformatics
Clinical Trials Design & Management
- Principles of Drug Discovery and Development
- Good Clinical Practices
- Human Factors and Usability in Medical Device Development
Regulatory Affairs
BUSINESS
We are not seeking business instructors at this time.
EDUCATION
Early Childhood Education Associate Teacher
- ECE Instructor for the following Spanish-language courses:
- Desarrollo en la Primera Infancia
- Introducción a la Enseñanza de Niños Pequeños
- Desarrollo del Currículo en Programas de Primera Infancia
- El Niño Pequeño en la Familia y la Comunidad
- Salud, Seguridad y Nutrición Infantil
PREMED POSTBACCCALUAREATE
Premed Postbaccalaureate Program
This is a new postbaccalaureate program combining science and professional skills and science courses for students considering medical school.
- Medical School Application Workshop (Hybrid course is taught in Silicon Valley & Marina)
- University of California Science Courses (Premed requisites) Learn more about this teaching position.
TECHNOLOGY
Artificial Intelligence
- Artificial Intelligence for Robotics
- Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- AI for Medical Decision Making and Triage
Course to be designed. - AI Technology: Various Domains
Computer Programming
Silicon Chip Design & Semiconductor Engineering | Embedded Systems
We are seeking backup instructors who have general expertise in VLSI Engineering for existing courses.
UX Design
We are not seeking UX Design instructors at this time.
OPEN STAFF POSITIONS
Join our team!
- Student Services Representative
Job ID: 79784
Location: Silicon Valley Campus (Santa Clara)
Department: University Extension
Posted Date: July 17, 2025
Review Date: July 31, 2025
- Executive Director, Marketing, Program Development and Operations
Job ID: 79487
Department: University Extension
Location: Silicon Valley Campus (Santa Clara)
Posted Date: July 3, 2025
Review Date: July 24, 2025
- Custodial Associate
Job ID: 78032
Location: Silicon Valley Campus (Santa Clara)
Department: University Extension
Posted Date: April 30, 2025
Review Date: May 21, 2025
To find open positions at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension:
- Choose "External staff applicants" or "Internal staff applicants."
- Search for "Extension"
- Apply!
UCSC Silicon Valley Campus is located at 3175 Bowers Ave., Santa Clara, CA, 95054.