Academic Coordinator I for the Center for Taiwan Studies
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University of California Santa
Barbara
Position overview
Salary range: See Table 36 and Table 36N for the salary range for this position. A
reasonable estimate for this position is an annual salary of 64,247 at a full-time annualized rate. Percent time: 50%
Application Window
Open date: July 6, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Jul 21,
2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date:
Monday, Nov 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received
after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
half-time Academic Coordinator I position. This is a 12-month fiscal year appointment (non-tenure track). The Academic Coordinator (AC)
assists the Center for Taiwan Studies Director in developing and implementing programming consistent with the mission of the Center,
including yearly international conferences of scholars whose work relates to Taiwan, and two to three quarterly events, such as movie
showings, lectures, cultural events, graduate student forums, etc. The AC also assists, as needed, with events in the Department of East
Asian Languages and Cultural Studies that include Taiwan in full or as a component. The goal of the programming at CTS is to promote Taiwan
Studies and to educate students, scholars, and community members about the culture, literature, history, society, and politics of Taiwan.
Program Administration
The AC performs administrative functions for CTS, serving as a key contact for all
visiting speakers, UCSB faculty, staff and students, and the off-campus community. The AC oversees the coordination and implementation of
all Center activities and interacts with public speakers and visiting scholars, writers, authors, and other public figures. This includes
arranging accommodations, venues, food, technical assistance, logistics, agendas, name cards, posters, and office support.
The AC is
also responsible for assisting the Director in implementing research and learning support opportunities for UCSB students and faculty
associated with the Center. The AC manages routine communication with faculty and community members; supervises and coordinates visits and
events, including receptions for visiting speakers; maintains budget records for the program; coordinates travel and lodging for speakers;
supervises student assistants; maintains the website; and supervises public information materials, such as the quarterly calendar,
publications, and interviews with speakers.
Program Analysis and Evaluation
The AC analyzes the Center’s budget
and prepares regular reports for the Center Director regarding the Center’s finances. The AC assists with grant writing and reporting, and
program analysis. The AC monitors the demographics of program attendance and works with other campus centers and programs to coordinate
co-sponsored events and to ensure diversity of participants and audience. The AC assists the Director in writing and editing grant proposals
and reports.
Publishing & Design Work
The AC edits and designs proceedings, anthologies of Taiwan literature, and
other publication projects, including the biannual journal, Taiwan Literature: English Translation Series. Editorial assistance includes
editing, writing, and proofreading for CTS publications, the CTS newsletter, webpages, and flyers for public lectures and cultural events.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
experience in a position that required administrative and organizational activities
marketing materials and books in InDesign and Photoshop
administrative duties
Preferred qualifications
events
and experience
assistants
grant-dispensing institutions
language
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae – Your most
recently updated C.V. - Cover Letter
- 2-4 required (contact information
only)
to provide an additional two references. In total, four references may be provided. A reference check will be performed for the top-ranked
candidate following their interview.
Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03120
contact: rebeca_adam@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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. - UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment
Policy - UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for
Employees, students and third parties - APM – 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
Additionally, you will be required to comply
with the University of California Policy on
Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose
additional requirements.
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.
Job location
Santa Barbara, CA
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03120
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