Faculty Positions

The Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Science at Pomona College invites applications for an Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. We are seeking candidates with expertise in phonetics, and we welcome candidates with additional expertise in other subfields of linguistics. Candidates will provide evidence of inclusive excellence in teaching, a productive record of research, and an ability to involve undergraduates in research. Candidates already at the rank of Assistant Professor are encouraged to apply. We are especially looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching/mentoring undergraduates and who are prepared to advise research projects for undergraduate students. The teaching load is two courses per semester, and professors are expected to maintain an active research program.

Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. by the start of the position, which is July 1, 2026. Please submit your application online to Academic Jobs Online #REQ 30543 and include: (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) three 1-2 page statements - one describing teaching philosophy and experience, one describing research, and one describing a demonstrated ability to mentor a diverse student body (see Preparing your Equity and Inclusion Statement), (d) summary of teaching evaluations, (e) up to three samples of published work or research in progress. You must also provide three letters of recommendation: the application site will prompt you to enter your recommenders’ contact information.

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Dossiers should be submitted to Academic Jobs Online. Pomona College offers a robust compensation package. The salary range for this position is $95,000-$110,000.

Pomona College, the founding member of the Claremont Colleges, is a selective liberal arts college attracting a diverse, national student body. It is part of the Claremont Consortium, which includes the five Claremont Colleges and the Claremont Graduate University. For further information, please contact Dr. Michael Diercks, chair of the search committee.

The Department of Theatre at Pomona College, a private liberal arts college located in Southern California on the land of the Tongva, invites applications for an open rank Assistant or Associate Professor of Scenic Design to begin July 1, 2026. The individual holding this position is expected to design one production and teach three courses per academic year including but not limited to Introduction to Design, Scenic Design, Computer Aided Design, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Stagecraft and/or any course in the candidate’s specialty.

We seek educators who value collaboration and communication and who will elevate our courses in scenic design and theatre technology in ways that are relevant to the changing landscape of our field. We are looking for candidates who are excited to work in a liberal arts context, which includes supporting and collaborating with our technical staff, design students, administrative staff, and faculty. We are also eager for this position to offer insights and feedback about the feasibility of potential plays for upcoming seasons as part of the play selection process. We welcome candidates whose expertise in design might include any of the following approaches or modalities: sustainability; cognitive equity; accessibility; diasporic and/or international theatre; decolonizing, anti-ableist, and anti-racist praxis; site specific, immersive, event-based, non-traditional theatre; and multimedia. We are interested in candidates who are eager to be involved in the evolution of ethical, equitable, and inclusive educational practices.

Tenure expectations include: teaching excellence, a pattern of productive scholarship or creative arts research outside of the Department, and effective participation in service to the Department and College. All tenure track faculty in the Department participate in undergraduate advising and mentoring. Service activities appropriate to rank are also required and potential for future leadership service is an additional consideration.

The minimum requirement for this position at the Assistant level is: an M.F.A or a Ph.D. degree in hand at the start of the contract, July 1, 2026. For applicants at the assistant level, experience with college teaching (beyond graduate assistantships) and significant professional experience (over five years of cumulative work in the field) are preferred. As a department that produces four shows per year, we seek candidates who are interested in their professional leadership development. At the Associate level, candidates should have a Ph.D. and/or extensive practical design experience (over ten years of cumulative lead design experience in the field) and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level. Applicants at the associate level should expect to lead the department within a few years of their hire; thus, demonstrated departmental leadership and/or administrative skills are also preferred.

A complete application includes: a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; and three brief (one-page) statements, one addressing the candidate’s teaching philosophy and experience, one addressing the candidate’s scholarship including future directions, and one addressing demonstrated ability to mentor a diverse student body and advance diversity, inclusion, equity and social justice. Please upload electronic copies of all materials no later than October 17, 2025, to: Academic Jobs Online REQ#30350. 

Compensation includes a robust benefits package and a salary commensurate with rank and experience, $95,000-$100,000.

Please contact Associate Professor Joyce Lu with any questions.

To ensure complete consideration, please submit your application by October 17, 2025.

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 Intercollegiate Department of Africana Studies at the Claremont Colleges invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position. We seek a colleague who teaches and does scholarly work in the field of Africana Studies. The area of specialization is open, though those who can offer courses in performance, popular culture, media studies, visual culture, or alternately, in the quantitative social sciences, are especially encouraged to apply. The contractual college for this position is Pomona College. The teaching load for this position is 5 courses annually and will include courses in the candidate's area of specialty, plus contributions to a rotating schedule of Africana Studies core courses in the major. These are: Introduction to Africana Studies, Research Methods in Africana Studies, and/or Senior Seminar.

We seek a scholar who will contribute to the department's mission of examining, through various academic disciplines, the knowledges and experiences of people of African heritage worldwide. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts teaching and show evidence of a productive program of scholarly research. The candidate is expected to work collaboratively in an intercollegiate setting.

About Pomona College: Located in Southern 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 the founding member of The Claremont Colleges.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Education--Required: A PhD in Africana Studies or a closely related field is preferred but those with PhDs in other disciplines who have certification, demonstrated expertise, and/or scholarly experience specifically in Africana Studies will also be considered

Teaching Experience--Preferred: Demonstrable experience teaching

To Apply:

Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7978 that includes: a letter of application, CV, a teaching statement, describing a demonstrated ability to teach a diverse student body, and graduate transcripts. You will also be asked to arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted through Workday. For questions, please contact chairidas@pomona.edu.

Review of completed applications will begin on April 15, 2026.

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, 2026 until June 30, 2027. Salary is commensurate with years in rank and teaching experience. The salary range for this role is $75,000-$80,000.

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.

Requirements: The contract start date is 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.

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 Department of Biology at Pomona College invites applications for two one-year Visiting Assistant Professor positions in organismal biology and/or ecological sciences beginning Fall 2026. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas: ecology, animal physiology, plant physiology, or animal behavior. Successful candidates will offer an upper-level elective course with laboratory in their above area of expertise during one semester, and in the other semester, teach in one of our introductory courses with laboratory (Introductory Genetics or Introductory Cell Biology).

The department can provide support for faculty members’ pursuit of independent research, especially if that research is in collaboration with undergraduate students at Pomona College and the Claremont Colleges.

Pomona College and the Biology Department support equal access to higher education. Pomona College, founding member of the Claremont Colleges, is a selective, coeducational liberal arts college located in southern California. Of the students admitted into the class of 2024, 58.8% self-identify as domestic students of color, 13.6% international, and 20.7% are first generation college students.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Education--Required: Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field by July 1, 2026 required

Teaching Experience-Preferred: Demonstrable experience teaching lecture courses with laboratory; previous teaching experience with a strong

interest in teaching undergraduates, and a desire to mentor underrepresented populations

To Apply:

Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7953 that includes: 1) a teaching statement that includes philosophy, descriptions of courses taught, and examples of practices that promote inclusive teaching and mentoring of undergraduate students; 2) a statement of research interests, and 3) a curriculum vitae. We also request that you provide the names, positions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two recommenders. Review of complete applications will begin immediately, and continue on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The salary range for this role is $82,000 - $85,000

Questions should be referred to BIOSearch@pomona.edu.

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, 2025 until June 30, 2026.

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.

Requirements: The start date is effective July 1, 2026 with instruction beginning on Monday, August 31. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, Visiting Assistant Professors are expected to prepare for their classes and lab sessions and attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before classes start. 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.

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 Chemistry Department at Pomona College invites applications for a temporary, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry. The position is full-time and has a teaching load of five courses for the academic year. The successful candidate will teach lecture and laboratory courses in general chemistry or organic chemistry. Research facilities are available.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have the demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026

Preferred: Demonstrable experience teaching lecture courses with laboratory

To Apply:

Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) that includes a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy and career goals, a statement describing a demonstrated ability to mentor a diverse student body (Writing the Equity and Inclusion Statement), and undergraduate and graduate transcripts. You will also be asked to arrange for two letters of recommendation to be submitted through Workday #REQ7871. Review of completed applications will begin on March 1, 2026.

Please note: This position is not eligible for travel or moving expenses. You must show proof of authorization to work in the United States. Salary range for this role is $80,000 - $83,000 and it 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.

Requirements: The start date is effective July 1 with instruction beginning on Monday, August 31. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, Visiting Assistant Professors are expected to attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before fall classes start. This non-tenure-track position is instructional and does not require student advising, departmental 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.

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 History Department at Pomona College invites applications for a two-year, non-tenure track, Visiting Assistant Professor of Latin American History (Before Independence/Colonial). The position is full-time and has a teaching load of five courses for the academic year. The successful candidate will teach the colonial Latin America history survey each fall, a pro-seminar and other classes on Latin American history before 1800.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education--Required:

• Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026
• PhD. Candidates are welcome to apply (ABD)

Teaching Experience--Preferred: Demonstrable experience or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

To Apply: Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7912 that includes:

• Cover Letter introducing your research in Colonial Latin American history
• CV
• Teaching statement, describing a demonstrated ability to teach a diverse student body (Writing the Equity and Inclusion Statement)
• Graduate Transcripts
• You will also be asked to arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted through Workday REQ#7912

Review of completed applications will begin on March 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

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, 2028.

The salary range for this position is $73,000-$78,000. 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.

Requirements: Instruction begins 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.

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 Philosophy Department at Pomona College invites applications for a temporary, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor. The position is full-time and has a teaching load of five courses for the academic year. AOS: Ancient Philosophy. AOC: Open.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have the demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026

Preferred: Demonstrable teaching experience, facilitating discussions, and inclusive excellence pedagogy

To Apply:

Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7891 that includes a letter of application, CV, a teaching statement, describing a demonstrated ability to teach a diverse student body (Writing the Equity and Inclusion Statement), and graduate transcripts. You will also be asked to arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted through Workda. Review of completed applications will begin on March 15, 2026.

The salary range for this position is $73,000-$76,000. Salary is commensurate with years in rank and teaching experience. Please note: This position is not eligible for travel or moving expenses. You must show proof of authorization to work in the United States.

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.

Requirements: The start date is effective July 1, 2026, with instruction beginning on Monday, August 31. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, Visiting Assistant Professors are expected to attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before fall classes start. This non-tenure-track position is instructional and does not require student advising, departmental 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.

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: 

Education-Required: M.F.A. or equivalent experience is required.

Teaching Experience Preferred: Teaching experience at the college level and a significant body of professional work outside of academe are greatly preferred.

To Apply:

Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7967 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 at Jessie.Mills@pomona.edu, 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.

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 Sociology Department at Pomona College in Claremont, CA invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professorship, beginning fall 2026. The position has a teaching load of five courses for the year: three core courses and two electives. Areas of specialization are open, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach electives currently not offered by the Claremont Colleges as well as multiple sections of introduction to sociology. PhD in hand preferred, ABD will be considered. For more information about the department, please visit our sociology department website.

Pomona College is the founding member of the Claremont Colleges (Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Pomona, and Scripps), liberal arts colleges located in Southern California. Pomona College and the Sociology Department support equal access to higher education. Of the students admitted into the class of 2029, 55% self-identify as domestic students of color, 15% international and 24% are first generation college students.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Education - Required:

Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026

ABD considered

Teaching Experience--Preferred:

Demonstrable experience teaching

To Apply: Upload a single PDF document (up to 5mb) to Workday REQ# 7951-1 that includes: 1) a letter of interest; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) sample course syllabi; 5) a summary of student teaching evaluations, and 6) a statement describing a demonstrated ability to mentor a diverse student body. Letters of references can be solicited and submitted through Workday REQ# 7951-1.

For any questions, please contact Professor Hung Cam Thai at hung.thai@pomona.edu.

Review of completed applications will begin on April 15, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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.The salary range for this for role is $78,000-$82,000.

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.

Requirements: The start date is effective July 1, 2026, and instruction begins 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.

The Sociology Department at Pomona College in Claremont, CA invites applications for a three-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professorship, beginning fall 2026. The position has a teaching load of five courses for the year: three core courses and two electives. Areas of specialization are open, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach electives currently not offered by the Claremont Colleges as well as multiple sections of introduction to sociology. PhD in hand preferred, ABD will be considered. For more information about the department, please visit our sociology department website.

Pomona College is the founding member of the Claremont Colleges (Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Pomona, and Scripps), liberal arts colleges located in Southern California. Pomona College and the Sociology Department support equal access to higher education. Of the students admitted into the class of 2029, 55% self-identify as domestic students of color, 15% international and 24% are first generation college students.

Essential Functions:

The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Education - Required:

Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026

ABD considered

Teaching Experience-Preferred:

Demonstrable experience teaching

To Apply:

Upload a single PDF document (up to 5mb) to Workday REQ#7956 that includes:

1) a letter of interest; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) sample course syllabi; 5) a summary of student teaching evaluations, and 6) a statement describing a demonstrated ability to mentor a diverse student body. Letters of references can be solicited and submitted through Workday.

For any questions, please contact Professor Hung Cam Thai at hung.thai@pomona.edu.

Review of completed applications will begin on April 15, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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, 2029. The salary range for this role is $78,000-$82,000.

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.

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.

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 Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Pomona College invites applications for a full-time three-year, non-tenure track, Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics. Candidates with a Ph.D. in mathematics, statistics, or related fields are welcome to apply. Please note: the position is designated for three years, but the subsequent two years are contingent upon successful teaching evaluations in the first.

The teaching load is the equivalent of five semester-long undergraduate courses a year and includes the direction of senior-thesis research projects. We seek candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching and research, and who are excited about mentoring and supervising undergraduate research. 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 candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to and success in higher education.

Pomona College is a selective residential liberal arts college located in southern California. It is the founding member of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of seven institutions with over forty active mathematicians. Fifty-five percent of our current cohort of first-year students (class of 2029) self-identify as domestic students of color, 15% international and 24% are first generation college students.

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.

Qualifications:

Education-Required: Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026

Teaching Experience-Preferred: Demonstrable experience of effectively teaching college-level mathematics and / or statistics classes

To Apply: Please submit as one PDF (5mb) Workday REQ#7989 to: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a description (for the non-specialist) of research plans and accomplishments, a statement of teaching philosophy, and an equity and inclusion statement (see Writing the Equity and Inclusion Statement) to Workday. You will be able to request three or more letters of recommendation (at least one of which evaluates teaching).

Review of completed applications will begin on April 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Additional information about this position is available at MathJobs.Org. Dossiers must be submitted to Workday REQ#7989.

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, 2029. Salary is commensurate with years in rank and teaching experience. The salary range for this role is $77,000-$80,000.

Requirements: The contract start date is 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.

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 International Relations Program at Pomona College invites applications for a temporary, part-time Lecturer in international political economy for academic year, 2026-2027. The position has a teaching load of one course in Fall 2026. The course will be International Economic Relations, an international political economy course broadly conceived that does not require macroeconomics or microeconomics prerequisites.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Essential Functions:

Education-Required: Ph.D. or ABD

Teaching Experience-Preferred: Demonstrable experience teaching as a graduate teaching assistant or instructor of record.

To Apply: Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7992 that includes: a cover letter, CV, and teaching statement. Syllabi are also welcome but must be included in the single PDF file.

Review of completed applications will begin on April 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Please note: 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, August 1, 2026 until December 31, 2026. Salary is commensurate with years in rank and teaching experience. Compensation will be paid in equal monthly installments between August and December. The salary for this role is $9,800.

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.

Requirements: For the fall semester, the contract start date is August 1, with instruction beginning on Monday, August 31, 2026. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, lecturers are expected to prepare for their classes and attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before classes start. 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.

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: Pomona College is seeking a lecturer to fill a one-semester visiting position in Ethnomusicology in the Music Department for Fall 2026 (late August – December). Candidates should hold the Ph.D. or ABD and show evidence of ethnomusicological research as indicated by scholarly presentations or publications. Preference will be given to candidates with at least two years’ relevant teaching experience. The candidate should be committed to working in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. The teaching load consists of two undergraduate courses: “Introduction to World Music” and “Ethnomusicology in Theory, Method, and Practice.” Weekly classes fall on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Education--Required:

Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026 preferred ABD welcome to apply

Teaching Experience--Preferred:

Two years relevant teaching experience 

To Apply: Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#7958 that includes a curriculum vitae and a detailed cover letter. Please provide the names of three references.

We will begin considering applications as of March 19, 2026, and will continue the search process until the position has been filled. Candidates whose applications advance to the next stage will hear from the committee in late March and may be invited to give a sample lecture in early April.

Please note: 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, August 1, 2026 until December 31, 2026. Moving expenses are not available. The salary for this role is $20,000.

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.

Requirements: Instruction begins on Monday, August 31, 2026. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, lecturers are expected to prepare for their classes and attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before classes start. 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.

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: Pomona College is seeking a lecturer to teach two musicianship course sections in the Music Department during fall and spring of the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates should hold an advanced degree in music. Preference will be given to candidates with at least two years’ relevant teaching experience. The candidate should be committed to working in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. The teaching load consists of two musicianship labs, each of which meets twice a week and runs as part of a music theory course taught by a full-time faculty member. Topics include ear training, singing, dictation, sightreading, and keyboard skills.

Essential Functions: The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to work collaboratively and to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.

Qualifications:

Education — Required:
Masters or doctoral degree in music

Teaching Experience — Preferred:
Two years relevant teaching experience

To Apply: Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) to Workday REQ#8024 that includes a cover letter and CV. You will also provide the names of three references.

We will begin considering applications as of April 15, 2026, and will continue the search process until the position has been filled. Candidates whose applications advance to the next stage will hear from the committee in late April and may be invited to give a sample lecture.

Please note: 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, August 1, 2026 until December 30, 2026. Moving expenses are not available.

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.

Requirements: The contract start date is August 1, 2026 with instruction beginning on Monday, August 31, 2026. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, lecturers are expected to prepare for their classes and attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before classes start. 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.