interdisciplinary inquiry and welcomes candidates whose work crosses traditional boundaries.
We seek a candidate with the range to teach across both production and critical studies, grounded in a strong command of film and media history and theory. Given the rapidly evolving digital media landscape, the ideal candidate engages with diverse modes of production and brings a deep understanding of the craft alongside its social, cultural, political, and aesthetic dimensions. Candidates whose scholarship focuses on national, global, diasporic, African American, or LGBTQ+ cinemas are also welcome to apply.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must hold an MFA or PhD. ABD candidates are eligible provided the degree is conferred prior to appointment.
Preferred qualifications include:
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching as well as an active and developing research and creative practice. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach and mentor students in narrative, documentary, and experimental film and video production. The successful candidate will be expected to teach across these areas, advise senior production projects, and contribute actively to curriculum development and program review.
COMPENSATION
$73,294 - $85,556
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. If you have difficulty with uploading your document to the website, or if you have any questions, please send them to facultyrecruithss@csi.cuny.edu
Please send a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, portfolio of creative and scholarly work, and names of three references in one single PDF.
CLOSING DATE
November 30, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
