Visiting Assistant Professor in Photography

Indiana University Academic Positions • Bloomington, IN

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About The Position

The Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design invites applicants for a non-tenure full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Photography, to begin August 1st, 2026. We are seeking applications from candidates who possess an understanding of the technical, historical, critical, and theoretical aspects of photography — analogue and digital — combined with awareness of the ways in which the discipline is evolving. The successful candidate will be capable of teaching digital and analog photography to undergraduate students in a Non-Majors lecture, Fundamental and Intermediate studios. Responsibilities beyond the formal teaching duties include, but are not limited to: participating in MFA and BFA group and individual critiques, assisting in maintaining the studio environment, providing service as needed by the area and School, and maintaining and pursuing professional and academic expertise. Studio space may be provided when available. The Photography area is situated within the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design and the College of Arts & Sciences. The Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design (Eskenazi School) (https://eskenazi.indiana.edu/) advances creative practice, research, and education across art, architecture, design, and merchandising in service to our students, state, and beyond. We embody the liberal arts, encourage lifelong creative inquiry, embrace adaptability, drive innovation, shape culture, and fuel creativity in an evolving world. The Eskenazi School houses six undergraduate degree programs in art, design, and merchandising, as well as graduate degree programs in studio art, architecture, and design. Founded in 1820, Indiana University Bloomington is the flagship campus of IU’s eight campuses statewide. Innovation, creativity, and academic freedom are hallmarks of our world-class contributions in research and the arts. The Eskenazi School actively creates a culture focused on how we work together, learn from each other, and acknowledge our shared accomplishments and sorrows. We validate the voice and potential of every member of our community, strive to create a culture where difference is valued, and celebrate multiple perspectives within and beyond the school. We believe social and cultural consciousness inspires meaningful dialogue and empowers all to become influential and fulfilled citizens of the world.

Requirements

• Understanding of the technical, historical, critical, and theoretical aspects of photography — analogue and digital — combined with awareness of the ways in which the discipline is evolving.

Responsibilities

• Teaching digital and analog photography to undergraduate students in a Non-Majors lecture, Fundamental and Intermediate studios.
• Participating in MFA and BFA group and individual critiques.
• Assisting in maintaining the studio environment.
• Providing service as needed by the area and School.
• Maintaining and pursuing professional and academic expertise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed