Taylor University is seeking applications from distinguished candidates for a faculty appointment in Art History and Art Appreciation. The Art program is part of the department of Art, Film & Media. This is a tenure-track position, beginning in August 2027. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Mission and Commitment
Taylor's mission is to develop servant-leaders marked with a passion to minister Christ’s redemptive love, grace, and truth to a world in need. As a community, Taylor faculty, staff, and students commit to living out Christ’s love and truth in the here and now. We worship together, serve one another, and grow in faith as we learn in the classroom, on the field, at chapel, and anywhere else we’re doing Life Together.
Duties and Responsibilities
The candidate will teach courses in Art History for majors and Art Appreciation for the Honors program, and Foundational Core students. Additional responsibilities also include involvement in student advising, faculty meetings, and active participation in departmental activities, exhibitions and events.
Typical Qualifications
PhD in Art History or related scholarly field is expected. Consideration will be given to strong candidates with the MFA. Professional teaching experience is also expected. Successful candidates must display scholarly activity. Professional experience with exhibitions is a plus. Successful candidates must be strongly aligned with the University mission.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent teaching and communication skills in classroom instruction and critique.
- Significant expertise and scholarship in Art History
- Exhibition experience
Supplemental Information
The Taylor University Art Program is dynamic, continually striving to produce professional caliber artists, designers, photographers, illustrators, pre-art therapy students, and art educators equipped to impact the 21st century marketplace. The Art Program resides in the 38,000 square foot Modelle Metcalf Visual Arts Center and currently offers five distinct BFA degrees in 2D Studio, 3D Studio, Design, Illustration, and Photography as well as BA degrees in each of these fields. Furthermore, the program offers a BA/BS in Art Education, a BA degree in Pre-Art Therapy, as well as minors in Art History and Photography.
