Part-Time Adjunct - School of Art and Design

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 2,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

A public research university in Morgantown is looking for part-time adjunct faculty to teach various undergraduate and graduate courses in art and design. Candidates should ideally hold a terminal degree in a related field and bring professional experience. Responsibilities include creating engaging course content and fostering an interactive learning environment. Adjuncts will be paid per course, and these positions do not offer benefits.

Qualifications

• Adjunct positions require a terminal degree or relevant bachelor's with substantial experience.
• Candidates should have a strong background in teaching and professional practice.
• Experience in higher education teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in art and design.
• Engage students through interactive learning experiences.
• Develop course material related to your expertise.

Skills

Teaching experience

Professional experience in Art and Design

Engaging instructional methods

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related discipline

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline plus specialized industry experience

Job description

The WVU School of Art & Design ( https://creativeartsandmedia.wvu.edu/school-of-art-and-design ) at West Virginia University invites applications for part-time Adjunct positions to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

The College Currently Offers The Following Programs

Graduate Programs

• Art and Design MFA
• Art Education MA
• Game Design MA (online)
• Studio Art MA

Undergraduate Programs

• Art and Design BFA
• Art Education BFA
• Art History and Museum Professions BA
• Art Therapy BA
• Design Studies BS
• Fashion Design and Merchandising BS
• Game Design and Interactive Media BA
• Interior Architecture BS

Descriptions for the undergraduate sequences are available online: https://creativeartsandmedia.wvu.edu/school-of-art-and-design/art-and-design-undergraduate

Adjunct teaching positions prefer candidates that possess a terminal degree (master’s or doctoral) in a closely related discipline, along with related professional experience. Candidates that possess a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline along with substantial, highly specialized industry experience will also be considered.

Review of applications occurs on an as-needed basis. Qualified candidates may be contacted at any time when an opportunity in their expressed interest or professional area becomes available. Applications submitted through the online form will remain active for the calendar year in which they are submitted. Salary is established on a per-course basis. These positions are not anticipated to be benefits-eligible.

Required Application Materials

To be considered for adjunct teaching opportunities, please complete the online application form and attach a single Word or PDF document that contains your 1) cover letter and 2) resume/CV with 3) contact information for two individuals who can provide letters of recommendation. In your cover letter, be sure to connect your professional experience and teaching strengths/experience as it relates to the courses you are applying to teach. The WVU School of Art & Design instructors are engaging, dynamic, and leaders in their respective fields, so please tell us what you will bring into the classroom to ensure a valuable, interactive learning experience for students.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.