Instructor of Painting and Drawing

Instructor Of Painting And DrawingThis is a 9-month, non-tenure earning, Instructor of Painting and Drawing position in the Department of Art, Art History & Design. Responsibilities include a 4/4 teaching load or its equivalent, along with service responsibilities.The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses across the Painting and Drawing curriculum. Teaching assignments may include beginning and advanced Painting and Drawing, Figure Drawing/Painting, 2D Design, and other courses based on departmental needs. The position may also contribute to upper-level studio instruction, critique, portfolio development, capstone, and Senior Project courses.The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop innovative curriculum connecting traditional studio practices with emerging technologies and to utilize departmental resources, including the Fab Lab.Supervisor: This position reports to the Department Chair.Working Hours: VariesSupervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role.Required Qualifications:Hold an M.F.A. in Painting, Drawing, Studio Art (or a closely related field) by the employment start dateDemonstrate effectiveness in college-level teachingExpertise in contemporary painting and drawing practices and digital/technology-integrated approachesDemonstrate a commitment to engaging instruction, student mentorship, curriculum development, and service to the department and universityPreferred Qualifications:Experience teaching beginning and advanced Painting and DrawingExperience teaching Figure Drawing and/or Figure PaintingExperience teaching 2D Design or other foundations coursesExperience integrating traditional studio practices with emerging technologiesExperience mentoring undergraduate studentsExperience with curriculum developmentInterest or experience in interdisciplinary collaboration with areas such as Graphic Design and Digital Media, Printmaking, Sculpture, or other related disciplinesExperience with digital and technology-integrated practices such as digital compositing, digital illustration, scanning, AI-assisted creative processes, 3D technologies, digital fabrication, or digital-to-physical productionAnticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 02, 2027.Additional Application Materials Required: Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:Letter of interest addressing qualifications for the positionCurriculum vitaeArtist statementTeaching philosophyPortfolio of 15–20 examples of professional work10–15 examples of student workContact information for three professional referencesName, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.Additional Requirements: Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.Passport (all pages including blank pages) andForm DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents.Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on January 05, 2027.Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.About the Department: The Department of Art, Art History & Design at the University of North Florida offers comprehensive undergraduate programs that foster creativity, critical thinking, historical understanding, and professional practice. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service and provides students with a strong foundation in the visual arts and humanities. Faculty works closely with students in a collaborative learning environment that values diverse perspectives, interdisciplinary engagement, experiential learning, and innovation in teaching and research.Equal Opportunity: The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.