The Department of Art, Art History, and Film at Boston College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Film Studies, with a specialization in film production, beginning August 1, 2026. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years.
The teaching load is three courses per semester and will include foundational courses in film studies and film production, as well as upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. The successful candidate will be expected to teach an existing upper-level course in film directing in Fall 2026.
The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 11 months the first year and over 12 months thereafter) for this position is $76,000-80,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.
MFA in Film Studies / Cinema Studies or related fields at the start of the appointment.
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae that includes a link to the applicant's portfolio
Sample syllabi
Names and contact information of three references
Representative creative work sample
All application materials should be submitted through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/187503 by July 6, 2026.
Boston College conducts background checks as part of the hiring process.
Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. We encourage applications from candidates who are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. Boston College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category including disability and protected veteran status. To learn more about how BC supports diversity and inclusion throughout the university, please visit the Office for Institutional Diversity
Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.
Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. The university is an equal opportunity employer. In concert with our Jesuit, Catholic mission, Boston College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.
