School of Art and Design - Art History Lecturer Pool 2026-2027
About the role
The School of Art and Design in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts at San Diego State University is accepting applications for its part-time lecturer pool. Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time and are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, requiring availability on very short notice.
The Fall term runs from mid-August to late December, and the Spring term from mid-January to mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, renewable contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work.
Applications will remain in the applicant pool during the academic year you apply.
Areas of expertise
- Modern and Contemporary Art (US, Europe, and/or global)
- History of Architecture (specialization in any period or geographic region, with ability to teach the canon and surveys)
- European Renaissance and Baroque
- History of Exhibitions and Museums (US, Europe, and/or global)
- Art of the Americas (US, Latin America, Caribbean, any period)
- East Asian Art (any period)
Requirements
- Degree in Art History or related field (Ph.D. or ABD required)
- University teaching experience
- Demonstrated currency in subject matter
- Professional activity in the field
Application materials
Prospective temporary faculty are invited to submit the following items:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only)
- Cover letter summarizing qualifications and teaching interests (new employees only)
- Unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs (new employees only)
Pay
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges are:
- Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677
- Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224
- Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523
- Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211
Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range.