School of Art and Design - Art 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 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 active in the applicant pool during the academic year of submission.
Subject Areas
- Art Education
- Foundations (Drawing, 2D Design, 3D Design)
- Ceramics
- Furniture Design and Woodworking
- Jewelry and Metalwork
- Painting
- Printmaking and Book Arts
- Photography
- Sculpture
Requirements
- Degree in Art, Design, or related field (Ph.D., M.F.A., M.A., B.F.A., or B.A. in Art, Design, or related field; terminal degree preferred)
- University teaching experience
- Demonstrated currency in subject matter
- Professional activity in the field
Application Materials
Prospective temporary faculty should submit the following (new employees only):
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for three professional references
- Cover letter summarizing qualifications and teaching interests
- Unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs
- Portfolio of professional work
- Portfolio of student work from prior teaching appointments, if available
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.