University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is hiring: Lecturer-Illustration

University of Colorado - College of Arts & Media

Lecturer

The University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.

This posting will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers for the College of Arts & Media Visual Arts Department to teach in the area of Illustration. Candidates hired from this pool will fill temporary, non‑tenure track positions and will teach no more than two courses per semester. Appointments will be part‑time (less than 50%) and will be made semester‑by‑semester, depending on the needs of the department. Therefore, this posting does not necessarily reflect a current open position.

Support Received

This position reports to the Visual Arts Department and the area head of the Painting/Drawing program.

Examples of Work Performed

Teach courses from foundation level drawing to advanced levels in Illustration using both traditional and digital media processes.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $5,150 per 3‑credit semester course.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non‑exempt.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation.

Diversity and Equity

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-relations-performance/ada-compliance.

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity.

The University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional broad knowledge of the history of art, contemporary art, illustration and design
• Ability to work independently

Minimum Requirements

MFA degree in studio art, design or illustration, or advanced degree in related field and a minimum of three years of professional experience in design.

• Advanced communication and self‑promotion skills in print and social media
• Strong skills in teaching graphic applications and ability to also teach perspective, figure drawing and sequential drawing (storyboards and graphic novels)
• 2–3 years of professional practice in illustration
• Strong facility with graphic applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Ability to teach and work with a diverse student body

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–3 years teaching experience at the college level
• 3–5 years professional illustration experience
• Strong facility to teach motion/animation applications such as Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/careers.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References.

Application Materials Instructions: Required Application Materials: 1) A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 2) A current CV/resume 3) The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e‑mail addresses for three professional references. Reference checks are a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information, including e‑mail addresses, for up to 5 references if you are referred to the Hiring Authority for interview. We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off‑list references.

The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.