Adjunct Teaching - Department of Art - Photography and New Genres

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

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About The Position

Brigham Young University is hiring an adjunct faculty member for 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 adjunct will use department-approved syllabi and course materials and mentor students in their class or classes. Course preparation and training begin in December 2026, and teaching begins at the start of January 2027. The position starts December 1, 2026, and requires the successful candidate to relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.

Applicants must provide an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a one-page mission alignment statement. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints should address their commitment to the Church and BYU’s mission, their efforts to build students’ faith, and their approach to teaching their subject with the Spirit of God. Applicants who are not members should describe 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. Employees are expected to support and contribute to the university’s academic and religious missions in the context of the principles and doctrines of its affiliated church. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of that church.

Requirements

• Minimum BA/BFA degree, 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 approaches to video, installation, performance, and sound.
• Relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• All employees must 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach ART 210 – New Genres.
• Teach ART 260 – Photography Fundamentals.
• Teach ART 353 – Time-Based Art.
• Teach ART 360 – Advanced Photography.
• Use department-approved syllabi and materials for the courses.
• Mentor students in assigned classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level