Colorado Mesa University

Adjunct Faculty, Lecturer of Photography

Location
Grand Junction, CO
Pay
$600 – $850 per credit
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 23, 2026

About this position

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY ABOUT THIS POSITION Summary: Colorado Mesa University is seeking applications for a part-time Professor of Photography. The ideal candidates would have experience teaching Photography. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. This position will consist of teaching two 3-credit hour courses per semester, starting January 2027. Both courses will be our Introduction to Photography course. Introduction to Photography is a 200-level foundations course delivered to majors in all programs of the Art and Design Department. Minimum Qualifications Required: MA or MFA in Photography or other art related field. OR BFA in Photography or related field with a combined minimum of at least 10 years of experience working in an art related field. Salary: $600-$850 per credit hour. Commensurate with education and experience.1 DIRECT INQUIRIES CONTACT: Eric Elliot, eelliott2@coloradomesa.edu HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:Cover letter Resume Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading) Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education. Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant 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. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

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How the pay compares

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This listing
$600 – $850 per credit
Visual & Fine Arts median
$2,536/ course, n=82
Colorado median
$5,125/ course, n=80

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