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.

• Teach relevant courses as determined by enrollment, funding and departmental needs for Summer 2026.
• Cover introductory and intermediate level topics across art, media, and design fundamentals, including drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic design, information/interaction/experience design, animation, video arts, photography, visual studies or art history.

• MFA or equivalent terminal degree.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively engage Northeastern students at course relevant levels of study, whether beginning, intermediate or advanced.

Visa information 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. Furthermore, 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.

Academic

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

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