Adjunct Faculty, Lecturer of Photography

Colorado Mesa University • Grand Junction, CO

2d • $600 - $850

About The Position

Colorado Mesa University is seeking a part-time Lecturer of Photography to teach two 3-credit-hour sections of Introduction to Photography per semester, beginning January 2027. Introduction to Photography is a 200-level foundations course for majors across all programs in the Art and Design Department. The ideal candidate has experience teaching photography. Salary is $600–$850 per credit hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Applicants must submit an online application, cover letter, resume, and copies of transcripts for all completed degrees. Transcripts should have Social Security numbers and birthdates redacted if present. The university is particularly interested in candidates experienced in working with students from diverse backgrounds and committed to improving access and success for underrepresented students in higher education.

Final applicants undergo background investigations, including reference checks and a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, financial and/or motor vehicle history checks. Applicants must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Reasonable accommodation may be requested by applicants with disabilities to enable completion of an employment assessment.

Requirements

• A master's degree (MA) or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Photography or another art-related field; OR a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Photography or a related field and at least 10 years of combined experience working in an art-related field.
• Applicants must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility.
• Final applicants are subject to background investigations, including reference checks and a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, financial and/or motor vehicle history checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching photography.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access and success for underrepresented students in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach two 3-credit-hour Introduction to Photography courses per semester.
• Teach a 200-level foundations course serving majors in all programs of the Art and Design Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level