Instructor Pool- 2026/2027: Art & Art History

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Art and Art History program at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon, invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2026-2027 academic year. Appointments may be renewed or transitioned to instructional positions at the Director's discretion.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses on-campus or via Ecampus across studio and art history offerings, with a focus on engaging a diverse student

Qualifications

• B.F.A. degree, professional experience and applicable teaching experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses on-campus or through Ecampus.
• Courses could be in: 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.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity & inclusive teaching

Collegial work

Student mentoring

Education

BFA

MA/MFA

PhD

Job description

Department: School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts

Special Instructions To Applicants

Applications will be considered throughout the 2026/2027 academic year as opportunities become available.

Contact: Coleen Keedah at [e-mail] or 541-737-5003.

Job Summary

The Art and Art History program in the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts at OSU in Corvallis, Oregon, 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 2026-2027 academic year. 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 studio art or Photography and Digital Studio. An undergraduate minor in Art (options in Studio Art, Photography and Art History) also is offered.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate courses on-campus or through Ecampus. Courses could be in: 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Anticipated Start Date

2026-09-16

Anticipated End Date

2027-06-15

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

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