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Last updated on Jul 01, 2024

California College of the Arts invites applications for the following faculty positions. We seek candidates who can cultivate an equitable scholarly environment and curriculum within an increasingly international student body and, at the undergraduate level, a large demographic of first generation college students. Candidates should have a proven record of teaching and leading in a culturally competent manner with a global perspective, working with diverse groups and fostering an understanding of and respect for diverse cultural practices.


The College is conducting the following searches in academic year 2023-24:

Undergraduate and Graduate Film Programs: Chair and Open Rank Ranked-Renewable Faculty Appointment (deadline July 16, 2024)

The College is accepting applications for the following Adjunct Faculty pool(s):

Animation Program

Critical Studies Program - Science & Math: Environmental Sciences

Critical Studies Program - Science & Math: Physical Sciences

Critical Studies Program - Science & Math: Computational Practices

Game Arts Program


Open Applications

Undergraduate and Graduate Film Programs: Chair and Open Rank Ranked Renewable Faculty Appointment

CCA seeks a Program Chair for the Undergraduate (BFA) and Graduate (MFA) Film Programs. The chair position includes a concurrent open rank faculty appointment (assistant or associate professor commensurate with experience).

The Program Chair is the primary academic administrator, faculty supervisor and visionary leader of the Film programs and is responsible for teaching a minimum of one course per an academic year. All Program Chairs may be assigned additional projects and duties by their Dean and/or the Provost in accordance with their expertise, interests and the needs of the program, division or college.

CCA seeks a visionary film educator-practitioner who is deeply connected to the contemporary and emerging practices within filmmaking and moving image work. We welcome applicants with a vital creative practice and commitment to teaching in a film program within an art school environment and curriculum. Candidates should be well versed in diversity and representation within the film field and have experience working with multilingual learners and international students.

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