School of Art and Design - Art History Lecturer Pool 2026-2027
SDSU College of Engineering, San Diego, CA, United States
Overview School of Art and Design - Art History Lecturer Pool 2026-2027. 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. The School welcomes applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in the following areas of Art History.
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)
Appointment and Availability Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time. Appointments from the part-time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and ends late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in the applicant pool during the academic year you apply.
Qualifications 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 Instructions Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send 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)
Salary and Inquiries Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range.
Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677
Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224
Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523
Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211
Inquiries: For application inquiries, please email Interim Director Matthew Hebert at mghebert@sdsu.edu.
Equal Opportunity All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
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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)
Appointment and Availability Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time. Appointments from the part-time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and ends late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in the applicant pool during the academic year you apply.
Qualifications 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 Instructions Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send 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)
Salary and Inquiries Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range.
Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677
Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224
Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523
Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211
Inquiries: For application inquiries, please email Interim Director Matthew Hebert at mghebert@sdsu.edu.
Equal Opportunity All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
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