Visiting Assistant Professor of Lighting Design

Job Posting Location:

Claremont, CA

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Job Description:

ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE: Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Theatre Department at Pomona College invites applications for a one-year, non-tenure track, Visiting Assistant Professor of Lighting Design. The individual holding the position is expected to teach 4 courses per academic year, including: Intro to Lighting Design, Intro to Technical Theatre, Lighting Technology, and Advanced Lighting Design, as well as design for one departmental show. A successful candidate would have experience in instructing students in new digital technologies and be abreast of current trends and practices within the field.  

This faculty member will also supervise independent studies and/or senior projects in design as the need arises. While there is no expectation of ongoing scholarship or professional work outside the Department, such activities are encouraged as long as the individual clearly understands the full-time nature of the position and the expectation of advising students and participating actively in the life of the Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The candidate must understand the goals of theatre education within the liberal arts mission of the College and embody these goals in their teaching. Pomona College, the founding member of the Claremont Colleges, is a highly selective liberal arts college attracting a diverse, national and international student body. As part of our drive towards inclusive excellence in the classroom, the department seeks to create a supportive community for all students. We are particularly interested in artists/scholars whose pedagogy, creative activity, and professional outlook uplifts diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion and who have experience working with diverse student populations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

TO APPLY:

 Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) that includes: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two brief statements, one addressing the candidate’s teaching philosophy and one addressing the candidate’s experiences in working with students from diverse backgrounds and advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusivity. You will also be asked to provide the contact information for three referees who will submit letters by the deadline. The application deadline is April 6th. The salary range for this role is $75,000-$80,000

Please note: This position is not eligible for travel or moving expenses. Employment is contingent upon providing proof of the legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 for the duration of the contract, July 1, 2026 until June 30, 2027. Salary is commensurate with years in rank and teaching experience. 

As an equal opportunity workplace, Pomona College is committed to fairness regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, ability, gender identity or Veteran status. Through its Strategic Vision, Pomona College remains steadfast in its goal of creating workplace environments where all can flourish. The department welcomes applications from scholars who are ready to contribute to providing equitable access to education and expanding opportunities in the liberal arts and natural sciences.

Please send any questions to: Jessie Lee Mills, Chair of the Theatre Department 

REQUIREMENTS: The start date is effective July 1, 2026, with instruction beginning on Monday, August 31, 2026 for the fall semester and on Tuesday, January 19th, 2027 for the spring semester. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, Visiting Assistant Professors are expected to prepare for their classes and attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before classes start in the fall. This non-tenure-track position is instructional and does not require student advising, faculty service or participation in faculty governance. 

ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The College expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the College will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.