2026 - 2027 Lecturer

About The Job

Lecturer Pool
The Department of Art in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for part-time, temporary lecturer positions. This posting establishes a pool of lecturers who will be selected as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work with non-majors, BA, BFA, and, occasionally, MFA students enrolled in courses.
• Hold office hours to assist students.
• Supervise teaching assistant(s).
• Provide demonstrations and critiques.
• Aid students in studios and labs.
• Grade assignments and submit grades.
• Participate in relevant departmental meetings.

Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in art, extensive professional recognition and experience in art, or Ph.D. in Theory and/or Critical Practices, where applicable.
• The MFA is the terminal degree in art; however, the department may accept documented equivalency in lieu of a degree.
• The following may be considered in lieu of an MFA degree:
• Advanced studies at a foreign school that does not award MFA degrees.
• Extended advanced study with recognized artists in the field.
• Evidence of a current exhibition record and professional level of accomplishment in the area(s) to which you are applying.

Preferred Qualifications

• University or college-level teaching experience.
• Prominent experience teaching across more than one area of study.