26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Studio Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and A[...]

California State University, Fresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Full time

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking temporary faculty to join its pool of lecturers for Studio Art, Graphic Design, and Art History courses. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and diversity. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, grading, and adhering to university policies. The positions are continuous and filled based on need, making it essential to reapply to remain eligible beyond two academic terms.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Art with an emphasis in Interior Design, Art Studio, Graphic Design or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, manage assignments and exams.
• Adhere to university policies and grading standards.

Skills

Teaching experience at undergraduate level

Diversity commitment

Education

Master’s degree in Art or related field

Job description

Temporary Faculty Pool – Lecturer in Studio Art, Interior Design, Graphic Design and Art History

The Department of Art and Design is accepting applications to its temporary faculty pool. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish a pool of qualified candidates, from which temporary instructional appointments may teach Studio Art, Graphic Design, Art History or Interior Design.

The department seeks qualified candidate(s) to teach undergraduate courses such as:

• Interior Design, Graphic Design
• Other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibility

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per the Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) of lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association.

Compensation

Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. Salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree is $5,507-6,677 per month when teaching full‑time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per academic term.

Anticipated Semester

The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply.

• Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026
• Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Required Qualifications

• Education: A Master’s degree in Art with an emphasis in Interior Design, Art Studio, Graphic Design or a closely related field.
• Experience: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Experience with teaching in a college‑level setting.

Application Procedures

A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early June 15, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Deadline is July 1, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2026 hiring.
• Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
• Projected Job Announcement for 2026‑2027 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2027.

Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, create an Applicant Profile, or log in if you already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information of at least three professional references (do not submit letters).
• Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Contact

For inquiries contact Melissa Peters, Administrative Support Coordinator, Email: [e-mail].

Fresno State is a committed affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.