Position Description
About The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences:
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine LaSallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future. Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize building career-ready skills and include opportunities to engage with faculty in learning environments inside and outside of the classroom.
We encourage students to study abroad in our signature two-week faculty led programs, conduct research projects with distinguished faculty members, pursue internships, and leverage all of the unique cultural experiences New York City has to offer. Approximately 85% of our graduates either find employment or enroll in a graduate program related to their field of study within a year of graduation.?
The Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts at Manhattan University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Art History position for the Spring 2027 semester. We value excellence in and commitment to teaching a diverse student population, as well as historically-informed, inclusive approaches to the discipline. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
Course Description:
An intensive and critical examination of major works of art from the medieval period to the present that contribute to an understanding of the modern world. Beyond simply a course on the art of the past, this interdisciplinary course primarily focuses on visual culture today and its connection to the history of art and the politics of patronage, reception, production, broadcast media, AI/VR, and the art market.
Course Information:
- Roots of the Modern Age: Art History (ART 150) will meet twice a week, either Mondays and Thursdays or Tuesdays and Fridays, beginning January 19, 2027 and ending May 12, 2027. The time of the course TBD.
- This three-credit course for the Digital Media Art major as well as general students in the Kakos School of Arts and Science will have an enrollment capacity of 25 students.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, engaging instruction to students in Roots of the Modern Age, Art History (ART 150) delivering course concepts and techniques through effective teaching strategies.
- Develop course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments for the assigned course.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
- Ensure active participation and engagement of students.
- Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.
- Submit grades on time and otherwise comply with related requests from the chair.
- Collaborate with other faculty members and participate in departmental meetings and activities.
- Adhere to the University's mission and values.
Requirements
- Master’s or PhD in Art History, Visual Culture, or Studio Art; PhD preferred
- Preference will be given to candidates with proven teaching excellence at the higher education level
Supplemental Information
Salary Based on Experience:
- Instructor $1477.28 per credit
- Assistant Professor $1526.25 per credit
- Associate Professor $1575.65 per credit
- Professor $1625.04 per credit
Application Process: Submit a C.V. specifying your professional experience, academic training and any teaching experience, and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position
This position is not eligible for benefits.
