Adjunct Teaching - Department of Art - Photography and New Genres

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Brigham Young University is seeking an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Art to teach ART 210 - New Genres, ART 260 - Photography Fundamentals, ART 353 - Time-Based Art, and ART 360 - Advanced Photography. The selected faculty member will use department-approved syllabi and course materials and mentor students in their classes. Course preparation and training begin in December, and teaching starts at the beginning of January 2027. The position start date is December 1, 2026. The successful candidate must relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment. Applicants must submit an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a one-page Mission Alignment Statement. The statement should address the applicant's relationship to BYU's religious mission and, depending on the applicant's church membership, either their commitment to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and integrating faith into teaching, or their understanding of and commitment to BYU's Mission and the AIMS of a BYU Education. New employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees must abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the university's academic and religious missions within the context of the principles and doctrines of its affiliated church. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

Minimum BA/BFA degree; the required degree must be completed by the position start date.
At least one year of university-level teaching in Art or equivalent related experience.
Photography skills.
Familiarity with New Genres and Time-Based Art courses encompassing contemporary art approaches to video, installation, performance, and sound.
Relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
Submit an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and one-page Mission Alignment Statement.
Abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
New employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Nice To Haves

Terminal degree (MFA or equivalent) preferred.
Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.