Lecturer in Drawing and Painting

Santa Clara University • Santa Clara, CA

6d • $76,510 - $81,200 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Art and Art History at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, invites applications for a Lecturer (two-year, non-tenure-track) in studio art. Courses may include Basic Drawing, Basic Painting, and 2-Dimensional Fundamentals. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. The successful candidate will teach the equivalent of 7 courses, with at least two courses in each quarter, fall, winter and spring. Each quarter is 10 weeks long, with an 11th week set for final examinations. This position starts September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2028. This is an in-person position. The Fall schedule for this position requires teaching two sections of ARTS 30 Basic Drawing on Monday and Wednesday from 8-10:20 a.m. and from 10:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m., and one section of ARTS 32 2D Fundamentals on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30-10:50 a.m. Winter schedule requires teaching one section of ARTS 30 Basic Drawing on Monday and Wednesday from 8-10:20 a.m. and one section of ARTS 43 Basic Painting on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30-10:50 a.m. The Spring schedule requires teaching one section of ARTS 30 Basic Drawing on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8-10:20am and one section of ARTS 32 2D Fundamentals on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30-10:50 a.m.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (Ph.D./MFA) in Studio Art or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Drawing and 2D Design or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
• Demonstrates excellence in teaching foundational courses in representational Drawing, Painting and 2D Design at the college level.
• Demonstrates the ability to teach basic realistic skills in the media of pencil, charcoal and acrylic paint.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.
• Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

Responsibilities

• TEACHING (95%) Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with teaching the assigned courses, including: a. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively; b. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students; c. Holding regular weekly office hours; d. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline; e. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses; f. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee; g. Serving as an advisor to a reasonable number of students, commensurate with the full-time equivalency of the appointment, by providing informed advice to those students; h. Developing courses for which they are responsible and contributing to general curriculum development.
• SERVICE (5%) Faculty Handbook section 3.6.3.3 defines service as “fostering and advancing the mission and goals of the department, the University, or the profession through contributions other than teaching and scholarship or creative work such as service on committees, participation in professional organizations and activities, and community service performed in virtue of their professional expertise or association with the University.” Service may more specifically include attending department meetings, serving on committees, advising student organizations and honor societies, taking part in student recruitment/orientation efforts, and contributing to the accreditation or program assessment. To respect the time and commitment of AYAL faculty members, service expectations must be commensurate with the full-time equivalency of the appointment. Additional service must be included through an assignment letter as part of the faculty member’s formal written appointment. Attend monthly departmental meetings. Other minimal instructional or academic duties may be assigned by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences or the Chair of the Department.

Benefits

• Santa Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. Visit our benefits page for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees