Department of Art & Design - Part-time Temporary Faculty - Fall 2026

Department of Art & Design - Part-time Temporary Faculty - Fall 2026

Location

Indiana, PA - IUP Main Campus

Job Type

Part Time and Temporary

Job Number

02525

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Art and Design

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Reference Number

2026

• Description
• Benefits

Nestled in the scenic foothills of western Pennsylvania, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) offers more than a place to work-it offers a vibrant campus community where innovation, collaboration, and natural beauty come together. Our picturesque campus features tree-lined walkways, historic architecture, and welcoming green spaces that create an inspiring environment for learning, working, and connecting.

At IUP, employees are part of a supportive and engaged community dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Located in the charming college town of Indiana, Pennsylvania-just over an hour from Pittsburgh-our campus combines small-town warmth with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of a major metropolitan area.

Whether enjoying a walk across the Oak Grove, collaborating with colleagues in dynamic academic spaces, or engaging in the many cultural and community events hosted throughout the year, IUP offers an exceptional place to build a career and make a difference.

Position Summary & Description

The Department of Art and Design at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) invites applicants for anticipated part-time, temporary faculty position(s) in Art History for the Fall 2026 semester.

The department seeks candidates whose teaching, research, and/or service have prepared them to serve all IUP students.

Teaching:

• Successful candidates must be able to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses offered in person, online or through distance education. Courses may include:

• ARHI100

• Introduces the elements of visual expression, past and present. Develops an understanding of the processes of art making and the motivations and goals of artists across time. Considers how various factors, including religion, politics, and literature, affect the creation of the arts of any given period or region.

• AHRI206

• Explores the major developments, styles, artists, and cultural contexts of art from prehistoric times through the modern era. Interprets art within historical and cultural framework. Develops an understanding of how artistic expression reflects human experience across time and place.

• ARHI420

• Explores and introduces professions in art museums, art libraries, and visual resources. Includes a brief history of art collecting and an introduction to the major art museums in the United States, including their origins and current status. Presents past and contemporary art practices in museums and special collection environments, including the essential functions of art libraries, visual resources collections, and curatorial practices. Covers current challenges and controversies facing art museums and collections. Provides relevant practical experiences including field trips and guest lectures.

Responsibilities:

• Other duties involve participating in departmental committees and advising students.
• The successful candidate may be asked to work at off-campus sites and/or provide instruction through distance education asynchronously and/or synchronously through zoom technology.

Position Qualifications

Required:

• Terminal degree in the discipline or related field, OR Master's degree with 7+ years of related professional experience in the discipline.
• Experience teaching in college setting.

Essential Functions

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Faculty members are expected to:

• Teach courses assigned by the department chair in accordance with departmental, college, and university scheduling requirements.
• Conduct classes for the required contact hours each academic term and administer final examinations or equivalent assessments as required.
• Present course content effectively using instructional methods appropriate to the discipline and learning objectives.
• Evaluate student performance accurately, fairly, and in a timely manner.
• Perform activities associated with laboratory instruction, fieldwork, studio courses, clinical assignments, or other experiential learning environments, when applicable.
• Maintain expertise in the discipline through ongoing scholarly, research, creative, and/or professional activities.
• Engage in service activities that support the department, college, university, profession, and community, as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders in both written and oral formats.
• Adhere to university policies, academic standards, and professional expectations.

IUP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process or to perform the essential functions of a position.

Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, consistent with the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact human-resources@iup.edu.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of earned degrees through the receipt of official transcripts, confirmation of work eligibility, and satisfactory completion of background checks.

For an overview of IUP benefit information available for APSCUF employees, please click on the link below:www.passhe.edu/inside/hr/syshr/benefit_highlights/sshe_highlights.pdf

Employer Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Address 1011 South Drive

Sutton Hall Room 360

Indiana, Pennsylvania, 15705

Phone 724-357-2431

Website http://www.iup.edu/employment