Instructors (Art and Art History)

Job Description

Position Summary:

Instructors are hired to teach courses in studio art, art education, and art history areas. This pool is for non-tenure track positions and is intended to collect applications throughout the year. The department draws from this pool if and when there is a need for a non-tenure track (and often temporary) instructor in a specific area of for a a specific class. There may be any number of reasons for this type of hire: temporary sabbatical replacement, instructor replacement, retirements, emergency medical leave replacements, etc.

Full Consideration Date:

June 30, 2026

Brief Work Unit Description:

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation's leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Art & Art History Department curriculum supports majors in Studio Art (BA, BFA, and MFA), Art History (BA), and Art Education (BFA). Concentrations include: Art Education, Art History, Drawing, Electronic Art, Fibers, Graphic Design, Colorado State University has a strong and on-going commitment to equality and diversity among students, faculty and staff.

Salary Range:

$46,000 - $50,000

Essential Job Duties:

• Teaching assignment in Art, Art History and/or related topics, based on department needs

• Service to the Art and Art History program

• Office Hours are required

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

Supervision:

Does not directly supervise.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates should have a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Art/Art History.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates should have relevant University-level teaching experience.

Application Instructions:

A complete application consists of:

1. Cover Letter

2. Current CV (including the names of three references)

3. Applicants may choose to include a brief portfolio of their studio work and/or teaching examples (optional)

This is an open pool that expires at 11:59 on June 30, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered after this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

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