Reader in Computer Science and Engineering: Academic Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated)
 University of California - Merced | |
 United States, California, Merced | |
| 5200 Lake Road (Show on map) | |
 Apr 17, 2026 | |
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Position overview
Position title: Reader Salary range:
See Table 18 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $21.22 - $22.14 per hour. Anticipated start:
Academic Year: 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 Fall Semester: 8/1/2026 - 12/31/2026 Spring Semester: 1/1/2027 - 5/31/2027 Position duration:
Duration through Academic Year 2026-2027 Application Window Open date: April 16, 2026 Next review date: Thursday, Apr 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Final date: Tuesday, May 18, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Position description The Computer Science and Engineering department in the School of Engineering anticipates hiring multiple Readers for the below courses for Academic Year 2026-2027: CSE 001: Intro to Computer Science See catalog for course descriptions. The Reader will be responsible for grading homework, quizzes, exams as needed under the supervisor of the instructor. The position will require up to a maximum of 18 hours per week. The University of California Readers are represented by the UAW-AFL-CIO.. Interested applicants should submit a 1) cover letter identifying the course(s) you are interested in being a Reader for, 2) curriculum vitae/resume, and 3) unofficial transcript confirming you have successfully completed and received a grade of "B" or higher in the course or related course you are requesting to be a Reader for and are in good standing at the University with at least a 3.0 cumulative grade-point average (GPA). To access your UCM unofficial transcript, please follow the instructions on the following registrar.ucmered webpage. Appointments for AY 2026-2027 and/or Fall 2026 semester are reviewed around April, and for Spring 2027 semester are reviewed around October. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis and this job posting will remain open until February 2027 to accommodate upcoming course needs and new applicants. Academic Year: 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 If offered a position, you will be asked to provide acceptable I-9 documents for your appointment intake process. Please refer to this USCIS webpage for a list of acceptable documents you will be expected to provide. Qualifications Basic qualifications
The Reader will have successfully completed the course or related course they are appointed to as a Reader with a grade of "B" or higher and be in good standing at the University with at least a 3.0 cumulative grade-point average (GPA). Readers will usually be graduate students; but qualified undergraduate students may be employed, especially when graduate students are not available. Professional readers, not enrolled as students, may be employed to meet special needs, but only on an hourly basis. Application Requirements Document requirements
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02122 Help contact: soe-adminopservices@ucmerced.edu About UC Merced As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form. Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position. Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment. The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs. Job location Merced, CA
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