Art and Art History-Assistant Professor of Art Instruction in Design
Review of applications begins December 1, 2026. Interviews will take place in December with finalist interviews in January-February, 2027. Position will be open until filled.
Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- A statement describing how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors
- Teaching Statement with examples of student work
- Professional portfolio of recent work, or a link to artist/designer website
- Unofficial Transcripts
Position Details
Position Title: Art and Art History-Assistant Professor of Art Instruction in Design
Classification Title: Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligibility
Department: Art & Art History
Job Description: The Department of Art and Art History invites applications for a Non-Tenure-Track Instructor of Studio Art in Design, beginning Fall 2027. Primary teaching responsibilities include 100-level design courses that focus on general foundations of 2D design principles and basic skills in appropriate design software. These courses are populated by studio majors and minors, as well as those from the general student body.
The design instructor shall also teach one upper-level design course that develops design thinking and exploration. The expected teaching load is 24 workload credits per academic year. Preparing and executing all work for assigned classes, including syllabi preparation, instruction delivery, student assessment, maintaining regular office hours and managing the design budget are also part of these positions. In addition, the instructor is expected to attend department meetings, critiques, De Pree Gallery events, as well as assist in launching and overseeing the design minor. In future years, the teaching load could also include a first-year seminar or Senior Seminar rotation.
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Is this a visiting faculty position? No
Rank: Assistant
Qualifications: Master’s Degree in studio art or design.
Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.
Physical Demands: This position requires remaining in a stationary position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings: “All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.”
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: 2026-010FR
Job Posting Open Date: 10/15/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship: No
Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications begins December 1, 2026. Interviews will take place in December with finalist interviews in January-February, 2027. Position will be open until filled.
Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- A statement describing how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors
- Teaching Statement with examples of student work
- Professional portfolio of recent work, or a link to artist/designer website
- Unofficial Transcripts
