Department of Art and Design - Temporary Faculty

Indiana University of Pennsylvania • Punxsutawney, PA

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About The Position

The Department of Art and Design at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) invites applications for anticipated part-time temporary faculty position(s) for the Spring 2026 semester. Duties: Successful candidates must have the following competencies: A comprehensive understanding of art and architecture from China, Japan, and India, both ancient and modern. A comprehensive understanding of global art and architecture dating from the Renaissance to Modern eras.

Requirements

• A master or doctoral degree in Art History.
• All candidates must communicate effectively and perform well during interview(s).

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.
• The department seeks candidates whose teaching, research, and/or service has prepared them to contribute to IUP's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses assigned by the departmental chair on a schedule made of a combination of standard class-meeting times as determined to meet instructional needs and adhere to the requirements of the department's curriculum.
• Teach courses for a mandated number of contact hours per week over a full semester and meet university expectations for final exams.
• Present course material in a clear and organized manner using methodologies appropriate to the discipline.
• Evaluate student work fairly and promptly.
• Perform the physical requirements of laboratory, field work, studio work, or other activities outside typical classroom instruction if applicable.
• Maintain current knowledge of the discipline through continued scholarly activity and research.
• Participate actively in assignments necessary to advance the service and/or outreach of the department, college, and university.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees