Instructor-2025/2026: Art & Art History

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Position Information

Department School of VPDA (CLA) Position Title Instructor Job Title Instructor-2025/2026: Art & Art History Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary

The Art and Art History program in the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year as opportunities become available.

Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Director.

The primary mission of the Art and Art History program at OSU is undergraduate education. Students may seek BA/BS degrees in Art (with options in Art History, Studio art as well as Photography and Digital Studio, as well as a BFA degree in in Studio Art or Photography and Digital Studio. An undergraduate minor in Art (options in Studio Art, Photography and Art History) also is offered.

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Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

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Key Responsibilities

100% Teaching and Assigned Duties

• Teach undergraduate courses on-campus or through Ecampus in areas of art such as: film photography, digital photography, photographic processes, documentary photography, studio courses in foundations (2-D, 3-D, drawing), painting, printmaking, screen printing, sculpture, art history, or art appreciation.
• Assignment of final duties are defined during the hiring process. Full-time positions may include a service component

What You Will Need

• Studio courses require: B.F.A., professional experience and applicable teaching experience.
• Lecture courses require: M.A. or M.F.A. with applicable teaching experience.
• Record of and/or demonstrated interest in engaging, educating, and mentoring a diverse group of learners and enhancing diversity through teaching, outreach, or programming.
• Ability to work collegially with other faculty, staff, and students.

What We Would Like You to Have

• For studio courses, M.F.A.
• For Art History courses, Ph.D.
• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Evident commitment to educational equity.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience. Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/137183

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09154UF Number of Vacancies Multiple Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026 Posting Date 05/30/2025 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 06/15/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025-2026 academic year, as needed.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A Curriculum Vitae; and

2) A Cover Letter: Be sure to address your demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Coleen Keedah

coleen.keedah@oregonstate.edu

541-737-5003

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

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