25-26 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Studio Art, Graphic Design, and Int

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

Job No : 547574

Work Type : Instructional Faculty – Temporary / Lecturer

Location : Central California : Fresno

Categories : Bargaining Unit : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Appointment Type : Temporary, Time Basis : Part Time

Department Overview

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.

Position Summary

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

Studio Art

Graphic Design

Interior Design

Art History and Animation

Other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibilities

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system‑wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conduct, 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 (e.g., asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and is subject to the order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications and experience within the salary range 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 is available for up to two academic terms; those who wish to remain beyond that must reapply. Current semesters :

Fall 2025 : August 18 – December 22, 2025

Spring 2026 : January 15 – May 22, 2026

Required Qualifications

Education : A Master’s degree of Fine Arts in Art, Art History, or Design from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.

Experience : Demonstrated commitment to excellence built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Preferred Qualifications

Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, evidenced through prior teaching experience and evaluations or other evidence.

Success in undergraduate teaching.

Experience 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 as April 24, 2025 for a Fall 2025 assignment.

Deadline for full consideration of Fall 2025 hiring is June 30, 2025.

Projected deadline for Spring 2026 consideration is October 31, 2025.

Projected closing date for the 2025‑2026 Academic Year announcement is March 1, 2026.

Complete an online application at , search for the appropriate Job Announcement, create an Applicant Profile, or log in if you already have one, and attach the following materials :

Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience and a list of courses you are interested in and qualified to teach

Curriculum vitae

Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters are not submitted at this time; letters of recommendation may be requested if you are considered for hire)

Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs

For inquiries contact Professor Holly Sowles, Chair, E‑mail : hsowles@csufresno.edu.

The position advertised will remain open until filled. Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in this pool for future consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California State University, Fresno is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer and affirmative‑action employer. We encourage applications from women, minorities, disabled persons, veterans, and other protected classes. We promote a diverse faculty and staff workforce and an inclusive academic environment. California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

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