Visiting Assistant Professor/ Giles Gallery Director

Visiting Assistant Professor / Giles Gallery Director Eastern Kentucky University – College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences – School of Art and Design Job Summary / Basic Functions The Institute for Creative and Collaborative Arts (ICCA) at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor / Giles Gallery Director in the School of Art and Design (SoAD) beginning in the Fall2026. Applicants should hold an MFA or PhD in studio art, art history, and/or curatorial/museum studies, or a related field at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will teach introductory to upper-level courses within SoAD in their areas of expertise and will serve as the director of the EKU Giles Gallery, which showcases multidisciplinary creative work from artists of regional and national acclaim. The candidate will also demonstrate knowledge of artificial intelligence pertinent to the discipline and/or a willingness to pursue professional development to acquire such expertise. Minimum Qualifications Education: MFA or PhD in studio art, art history, and/or curatorial/museum studies, or a related field. Experience: Professional experience in curation and installation; higher education teaching experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately. Ability to collaborate with peers and students. Ability to understand and adapt to current trends in professional communication. Fluency with technology-based teaching and communication platforms, such as Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas) and Google Drive. Teaching experience at the university level. Hands‑on curatorial and installation experience. Applicants should be able to lift at least 30 lbs. Preferred Qualifications None specified. Job Duties Teaching: Responsible for 6 credit hours of teaching per semester, including the senior exhibition course. (Essential) Gallery Programming: Organization, implementation, and installation of 7-8 exhibits each academic year, ranging from solo, group, invitational, juried, and annual SoAD programming. (Essential) Gallery Management: Ensure that the Giles Gallery space is physically maintained and serviced as needed. Work with Facilities staff to address maintenance issues. (Essential) Gallery Operations: Oversee and manage exhibit documentation and archives, producing didactic materials, and collaborating on student service‑learning initiatives and institutional fundraising efforts. (Essential) Manage Student Staff: Hire, train, and oversee gallery staff, consisting of 3-5 work‑study students per semester (federal/institutional). (Essential) Marketing: Promote gallery programming through print and digital materials (postcards, posters, press releases, and social media content) to engage campus and community audiences. (Essential) Collaboration: Build meaningful partnerships across EKU and beyond by engaging faculty, students, staff, and the surrounding community. Cultivate relationships with local, regional, and national artists. (Essential) Archive & Data Management: Organize and save gallery materials, records, and databases generated in the course of exhibit research. (Essential) Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Special Instructions Cover Letter Vitae Copies of unofficial transcripts Work samples and/or portfolios of academic/creative scholarship Curatorial/Installation Documentation (e.g., installation images, PR/marketing, and/or catalog/writing samples) Portfolio of academic/creative scholarship in area(s) of research Three (3) professional references One (1) letter of recommendation EEO Statement Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice. Background Check Statement Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr