Lecturer in Art History

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Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Temporary, Full Time

The Art History Program in the Department of Art at CSU Stanislaus invites applications for a full‑time lecturer in Art History. The position is an academic‑year appointment, requiring a full‑time workload of 15 weighted teaching units (WTU) per semester, typically translating to 5 courses. The role primarily involves face‑to‑face instruction of lower‑ and upper‑division courses; limited online teaching of GE courses may also be included.

• Lower‑division:
  Looking at Art;
  Art History Survey:
  Ancient;
  Art History Survey:
  Modern;
  Art Appreciation;
  Intro to Museum Studies; non‑European surveys (depending on expertise).
• Upper‑division:
  Art of the Classical;
  Art of the Medieval;
  Pre‑Colombian Art;
  Northern Renaissance Art;
  Colonial Latin American Art; 18th‑Century Art;
  Art, Museums and Society;
  African Art;
  Missions of California;
  Women and Gender in Art History (depending on expertise). The appointment is contingent upon authorized funding.

MA or PhD in Art History or an equivalent field at the time of hire, and evidence of effective university‑level teaching.

PhD in Art History with a major in Ancient or Medieval Art History and a minor in non‑European Art or Museum/Gallery/Curatorial Studies. Evidence of scholarly accomplishment, university teaching experience beyond teaching assistantships, and outstanding teaching evaluations strengthen the application.

Please note that CSU does not use automated decision systems or artificial intelligence tools. All evaluations and hiring decisions are made by human reviewers, ensuring fairness and compliance with FEHA.

A full application should include a letter qualifying your interest and preferences for courses, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references, a current vitae, and unofficial copies of college transcripts. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button on this page. Applications close on Feb 23, 2026. If you have questions, contact the department.

California State University, Stanislaus is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion, and we accommodate disabling conditions. In compliance with federal law, all new hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete a required employment eligibility verification form. CSU does not sponsor H‑1B visas for temporary employees. CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California.

Applicants must undergo a criminal and/or child abuse background check. The position requires compliance with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. Conditional offers may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if false information is disclosed.

Individuals with disabling conditions requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667‑3159.

Feb 16 2026 Pacific Standard Time