Part Time Lecturer - Art + Design

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 2,369,644 - 3,374,947; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Part Time Lecturer in Art Design at Northeastern University, starting in May 2026. The ideal candidate will hold an MFA and have at least two years of successful college teaching experience, including courses in various art, media, and design disciplines. Compensation starts at $2,085 per credit hour. Northeastern offers comprehensive benefits and all applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of successful college teaching experience.
• Candidates should have active careers with current exhibition, publication, or creative practice.
• Must effectively engage students at beginning, intermediate, or advanced levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and intermediate courses in various art and design disciplines.
• Develop course materials based on enrollment and departmental needs.

Skills

Successful college teaching experience

Ability to engage students at various levels

Active career with exhibition or publication

Education

MFA or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

Part Time Lecturer - Art Design

About the Opportunity

The College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University is looking for Part‑Time Lecturers to teach in the upcoming Summer 2026 semester, with classes starting in May 2026.

The Part‑Time Lecturer will teach introductory and intermediate courses in art, media, or design fundamentals; drawing, painting, or sculpture; graphic, information, interaction or experience design; animation, video arts, or photography; visual studies or art history; or other undergraduate or graduate courses, as determined by enrollment, funding and departmental needs.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have an MFA or equivalent terminal degree and at least two years of successful college teaching experience. Art, media arts and design candidates should have active careers with current exhibition, publication, or creative practice and course related experience. Candidates must have the ability to effectively engage Northeastern students at course relevant levels of study, whether beginning, intermediate or advanced.

Northeastern University will not provide H‑1B, TN, O‑1, E‑3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Moreover, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement – as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The rate per credit starts at $2,085 per credit hour.

To apply

Visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Part-Time-Lecturer---Art---Design_R138591