Assistant or Associate Professor of Art

University of the Cumberlands; Williamsburg (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Music and Fine Arts at the University of the Cumberlands invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Art position. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic and collaborative department that prepares students for graduate study and meaningful careers in art and related fields.

We seek an educator with experience in 3D modalities (sculpture, etc.) and digital modalities (photography, emerging technologies, etc.).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Studio Art required.
• Active creative and scholarly work expected.
• Student-centred teaching across diverse learners.
• Ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Art and Art Education curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Music and Fine Arts across the university.
• Adapt and align course materials using syllabus templates and texts.
• Provide regular, timely feedback on student work.
• Maintain regular communication with students via virtual office hours and email.
• Maintain clear records in Blackboard Ultra and the university’s systems.
• Follow university policies and procedures.
• Advise and mentor students in academic and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum design and departmental assessment.
• Serve department and university committees.
• Maintain active engagement in scholarship and service in the field.

Skills

Teaching

Mentorship

Communication

Student engagement

Education

Master’s degree in Studio Art

M.F.A. in Studio Art

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

Anticipated Start Date: 10/15/2026

The Department of Music and Fine Arts at the University of the Cumberlands invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Art position.

We seek a dedicated and engaging educator who is passionate about undergraduate teaching, mentorship, and scholarship.

The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic and collaborative department that prepares students for graduate study and meaningful careers in art and related fields.

We seek an educator with experience in 3D modalities (sculpture, etc.) and digital modalities (photography, emerging technologies, etc.)

The Department of Music and Fine Arts values excellence in teaching, diverse perspectives, and service that makes a positive impact.

The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds.

Its mission is to offer high-quality academic programs that empower graduates to “seek a life more abundant.”

Job Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in the Art and Art Education curriculum
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Music and Fine Arts Department and throughout the university.
• Adapt and align course materials using departmental syllabus templates, required text(s), and other resources.
• Provide regular and timely feedback on student work.
• Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and e-mail.
• Maintain clear, consistent records in Blackboard Ultra and the university’s online record keeping platform
• Follow university policies and procedures.
• Advise and mentor students in academic and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum design and departmental assessment.
• Serve Department and University committees.
• Maintain active engagement in scholarship and service within the field.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Studio Art
• Active creative/scholarly work
• Student-focused teaching that addresses the needs of all learners
• Ongoing professional development
• Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.F.A. in Studio Art
• Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods.

Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a “life-more-abundant.” Located in the heart of Appalachia, University of the Cumberlands (UC) is an institution of regional distinction that offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 major fields of study, along with several pre-professional, graduate and doctoral programs. With a total enrollment of more than 20,000 students, UC is one of the largest and fastest growing private universities in Kentucky and is devoted to preparing students for the future through hands-on, experiential learning and research.

The University of the Cumberlands does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran status, because a person is a smoker or nonsmoker, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University -administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the University may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment, and the University has sought and been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University's religious tenets.