Adjunct Faculty in Art

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg invites applications for the Adjunct Faculty position in Art. This part-time role supports teaching across the Art and Design program, including design, painting, drawing, history, graphic design, sculpture, and Art Appreciation.

Requirements include MFA in Art or related field (or equivalent professional experience); online teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• MFA in Art or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience teaching in higher education and online platforms is preferred.
• Ability to design and deliver courses across Art & Design subjects.
• Strong knowledge of art history, studio practices, and assessment methods.

Responsibilities

• Instruct assigned Art courses.
• Provide interim and final grades for enrolled students.
• Be available to students during office hours (in person or online).
• Communicate with students and program director via USM email.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

MFA in Art or related field

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Art.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division School of Performing and Visual Arts

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date December 31, 2026

Job Summary

This position instructs in areas in the Art andDesign program, including but notlimited to design, painting, drawing,history, graphic design, sculpture, Art Appreciation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruction of assigned classes.
• Provide interim and final grades for enrolledstudents.
• Provide dataforGeneralEducationCurriculumassessment based onstudent achievement in the course as needed.
• Beavailable to student through officehours (face to face or virtual).
• Be responsive to students and director/staff via USM email.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MFA in Art or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the history of art and of theinfluence of art on culture (for ArtAppreciation courses) and/or of studio practices (for studio courses).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in teaching in higher education toteach in online platform.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programssuchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.