Adjunct Faculty - Art

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Job Summary

Job Description

This is a part-time adjunct faculty position in Art at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), filling opportunities on a course-by-course basis. The Humanities and Arts Department seeks faculty to teach introductory, intermediate, advanced technique seminars, and capstone practicums. The curriculum covers visual arts (drawing, painting, modeling), art and architectural history, digital imaging, computer art, animation, game design, and video production.
Must have:
  • Demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility
  • Ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches
  • Hold an appropriate terminal degree such as an MFA or a Ph.D. in an appropriate field
Perks:
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement
  • Tuition assistance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Work-life benefits

Job Details

The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Art. WPI’s Art faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate class, advanced technique seminars, and capstone practicums. The Art curriculum emphasizes visual arts (drawing, painting, and modeling); art and architectural history; digital imaging and computer art; animation and game design, and video production.

We are looking for outstanding artists/scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. A successful candidate should hold an appropriate terminal degree such as an MFA or a Ph.D. in an appropriate field.

Submitting an application through this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Art adjunct faculty positions on an as needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year. Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.

Applicants should submit the following:

  • cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience
  • current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references
  • evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a vibrant and diverse community of extraordinarystudents, talentedand dedicated staff, and world-renowned faculty. Along with its state-of-the-art research facilities, WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environmentthat prioritizes mental health and well-being.It is a community committed to civility and respect—making inclusion and belonging a reality for everyone on its campus.

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