Assistant Instructional Professor

The Department of Art at Pittsburg State University invites applications for a non-tenure-earning Assistant Instructional Professor in Studio Art/Gallery Operations. This position combines undergraduate instruction in drawing and painting with responsibility for managing exhibitions and gallery operations in Porter Hall. The successful candidate will coordinate exhibition planning, installation, programming, and daily gallery operations while supporting student learning and community engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching & Academic Instruction:

- Teach undergraduate studio art courses, primarily in drawing, with additional painting courses as assigned.

- Support student recruitment, retention, and mentoring initiatives within the Department of Art.

Gallery Operations:

- Direct and manage all technical, logistical, and preparatory aspects of exhibitions in Porter Hall galleries.

- Develop, coordinate, and maintain an exhibition schedule featuring student, faculty, and visiting artist exhibitions.

- Develop and coordinate educational and community programming associated with gallery exhibitions.

Service & Departmental Engagement:

- Collaborate on day-to-day departmental operations.

- Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels.

- Deliver assigned courses through in-person instruction on campus unless otherwise directed by Pittsburg State University.

- Maintain regular on-campus office hours in line with Pittsburg State University and department guidelines.

- Education and Experience

Required Education and Experience – Time of Hire

- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art or a closely related discipline.

- 1 year or more experience in gallery management, exhibition preparation, or art handling/installation.

Candidates must hold a Master of Fine Arts degree in Studio Art discipline or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Education and Experience –

- Primary expertise in Drawing, accompanied by proficiency in painting area.

- 1 year or more professional gallery, museum, or curatorial administration experience in an academic or institutional setting.

- 1 year or more higher education or graduate-level teaching experience.

- Active studio practice and creative research agenda.

Job Type:   Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning

Screening Services (Background Checks) :  Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and check.

Position Start Date:  August 16, 2027

Application Documents Required*:

- Letter of Application

- Curriculum Vitae

- Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

- Names and contact information (address, email and phone) of three references.

- Portfolio of 20 images Personal Work

- Portfolio of 20 images Student Work

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 PDF files to upload.

First Consideration Date:  January 10, 2027

Search Committee Chair: Olivia Timmons ([email protected]

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a respectful and supportive environment for all employees.