Adjunct Faculty- History of Women, Gender, Race & Animation (IAHIS 2465), Spring 2026 semesters, Thursdays 1:15-3:45 PM, fully in-person, on campus Job at Lesley University, Cambridge, MA

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  • Lesley University
  • Cambridge, MA

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty- The History of Women, Gender, Race and Animation (IAHIS 2465), Spring 2026 semesters, Thursdays 1:15-3:45 PM, fully in-person, on campus

No Office Location

Part time

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The Opportunity

Lesley University’s Department of Integrated Studies is seeking a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach: The History of Women, Gender, Race and Animation (IAHIS 2465), Spring 2026 semester, Thursdays 1:15-3:45 PM, fully in-person, on campus

Course Description:

Contemporary animation has emerged as a primary means of both social and cultural expression. This course examines how the issues of gender, sexuality and race are represented in animation and related time -based media. This course illustrates the importance of recognition and representation for artists who are of marginalized communities to remain relevant in the industry. Students will research both the animators and subject matter of animations and time-based media throughout history, examine contemporary examples of animation as a tool to express ideas and promote activism, and respond by creating time-based media that addresses their own reflections on contemporary cultural and political issues.

Qualifications and Capabilities

A successful candidate will have:

  • MA or PhD in Art History or MFA in Visual Arts or related fields preferred
  • At least 2+ years of teaching experience in Art History (or related fields) at the college level and/or two years of professional experience in visual arts organizations or design-related practices (such as museums, university galleries, design firms, etc.)
  • Experience teaching Art History or Studio Art (or related fields) in a Visual Arts program preferred
  • Names & Contact Information for two references.

Why Lesley

Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities.

Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within and across difference. Given an evolving national context and the rapid change in the demographic profile of our country, the University has made a significant commitment to addressing and enhancing its campus climate and diversity capabilities as an institution.

Expressing Interest

A letter of interest, CV/resume, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.

At Lesley University we strive for a supportive and equitable environment where people -- regardless of race, ethnicity, color, sex, physical ability, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws -- can participate equally and fully as their true selves in all aspects of university life. Accordingly, the University prohibits discrimination based on these protected categories in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and in employment. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric of our institution. Individuals may submit concerns or questions related to discrimination to the University's Director of Equal Opportunity. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity's webpage for the University's entire notice of nondiscrimination and for additional information.

Lesley University Adjunct Faculty positions are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). To view our compensation targets for this position, please visit this link .

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Job Tags

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