Assistant Professor - Photography
About The Position
The School of Art at Bowling Green State University seeks a dynamic teacher and artist to lead its Photography Area. The successful candidate will teach traditional and digital photographic processes and bring secondary expertise in video and digital imaging. This is a full-time, tenure-track, nine-month appointment beginning August 9, 2027. In addition to formal teaching, the faculty member will support student success through academic advising, internship supervision, and supervision of capstone and research projects. The faculty member will maintain a creative research record consistent with the School’s RPT guidelines and contribute service to the School of Art, the University, and the profession. The School of Art is part of the College of Arts and Sciences at Bowling Green State University. The College emphasizes career-ready student outcomes, experiential learning, collaboration, and creative and scholarly work that contributes to the public good. BGSU provides a cohort-based faculty mentorship program and describes its working environment as vibrant and supportive. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and credentials, and a full benefits package is available. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, a teaching statement centered on student success, 15–20 examples of student work, 15–20 examples of creative work, and contact information for three professional references. Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree earned are required from candidates invited to in-person interviews; finalists must submit official transcripts and authorize and pass a background check. The application deadline is November 15, 2026.
Requirements
- MFA or equivalent terminal degree in photography or a related area such as digital arts, video, or new media. Applicants with degrees in progress may apply, but all degree requirements must be satisfied before the position start date.
- University-level experience teaching traditional and digital photography, as a teaching assistant, instructor of record, or guest lecturer.
- Documented professional achievement through exhibitions, residencies, and presentations.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of university-level experience teaching traditional and digital photography courses.
- Experience teaching video and digital imaging courses.
- Experience with narrative formats and digital illustration, as evident in a professional portfolio.
- Experience with interdisciplinary research and collaboration, as evident in a professional portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Photography Area.
- Teach traditional and digital photographic processes.
- Foster student success through academic advising.
- Supervise internships.
- Supervise capstone and research projects.
- Maintain a creative research record commensurate with the School’s RPT guidelines.
- Engage in School of Art, University, and professional service.
Benefits
- Full benefits package available.
- Cohort-based mentorship program supporting faculty professional growth and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
