Foundation Program Instructor - Athens Campus, School of Art + Design (Pool Posting)

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a pool posting for potential Instructor needs that may arise for Summer 26 and the Academic Year 2026-2027. The need for these positions is undetermined at this time and is dependent on operational need including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this posting.

Please complete the online application and attach the following documents:

• Current resume/Curriculum Vitae.
• 10 - 20 slide PowerPoint Presentation of your artwork/design work (upload as document titled, "other.")
• Cover letter detailing your interest in this teaching opportunity and/or your teaching philosophy.
• List of three professional references which includes current contact information.
• Example of a syllabus you developed.

If you would like to be considered for this posting and/or other postings within the School of Art + Design's pool postings, you must apply to each of the pools for consideration in the job postings. Applying to this posting will not automatically place your application in the other pools.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue as needs arise through 02/16/2027.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
sick leave and retirement.

Posting Number: 20163065F

Job Description

Applications to this pool will be utilized to fill non-tenure track, non-benefits eligible Instructor positions for delivering in-person courses at the Athens Campus for our Studio Art Foundations Program during the 2026/2027 academic year.

We are looking for industry professionals for potential instructional opportunities in Art + Design.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master's Degree in Art and Design (or related field) by the start date of appointment, or the equivalence of through a combination of education and experience in accordance with Ohio University policy 18.001.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to develop, and/or update, course curriculum and curriculum delivery materials/modes
• Experience with Adobe CC: Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design
• Experience with Learning Management Software/Platforms

Department
Art

Job Open Date
02/18/2026

Posting Close Date

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please apply by February 16, 2027.

Job Category: Instructor

Months
3 month

Planning Unit: College of Fine Arts

Campus: Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Duane McDiarmid, [email protected]

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