Job Description
Position Details Position Information
Department School of VPDA (CLA)
Position Title Instructor
Job Title Instructor Pool - 2024/2025 Art/Art History
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration
Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The Art and Art History program in the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2024/2025 academic year. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Director.
The primary mission of the Art and Art History program at OSU is undergraduate education. Students may seek BA/BS degrees in Art (with options in Art History, Studio art as well as Photography and Digital Studio, as well as a BFA degree in in Studio Art or Photography and Digital Studio. An undergraduate minor in Art (options in Studio Art, Photography and Art History) also is offered.
Applications will be considered throughout the 2024/2025 academic year as opportunities become available.
Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
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Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers a
comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
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Key Responsibilities 100% Teaching and Assigned Duties Teach undergraduate courses on-campus or through Ecampus in areas of art such as: film photography, digital photography, photographic processes, documentary photography, studio courses in foundations (2-D, 3-D, drawing), painting, printmaking, screen printing, sculpture, art history, or art appreciation.
Assignment of final duties are defined during the hiring process. Full-time positions may include a service component.
What You Will Need - Studio courses require a B.F.A., professional experience and applicable teaching experience.
- Lecture courses require an M.A. or M.F.A. with applicable teaching experience.
- Record of and/or demonstrated interest in engaging, educating, and mentoring a diverse group of learners and enhancing diversity through teaching, outreach, or programming.
- Ability to work collegially with other faculty, staff, and students.
- A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
What We Would Like You to Have - For studio courses, M.F.A.
- For Art History courses, Ph.D.
- Experience teaching at the college level.
- Evident commitment to educational equity.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.
Link to Position Description Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P08101UF
Number of Vacancies Multiple
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2025
Posting Date 05/23/2024
Full Consideration Date Closing Date 06/15/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A Cover Letter: Be sure to address your commitment to diversity and inclusion in your teaching and professional work.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
Applications will be considered throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, as needed. For additional information please contact:
Coleen Keedah
coleen.keedah@oregonstate.edu
541-737-5003
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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