Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

I02500

Classification Title

Instructor

Working Title

Art History Instructor | Temporary Full Time 2026-2027| I02500

Employee Group

Faculty

Bargaining Unit

APSCUF

Location

Main Campus

Department

Art

Pay Rate

Employment Type

Temporary FT

Work Schedule

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

The SRU Art Department is seeking a full-time temporary instructor for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach two Art History courses each semester, in addition to two general education multidisciplinary art courses for non-majors. This is a one-year full-time position with benefits; salary commensurate with experience. The position is open to candidates with expertise in any area of art history, with a preference given to Art Historians who can teach a wide array of courses, including the ability to teach a general education course in Visual Art Inquiry, plus Overviews of Western and World Art History and upper-level courses covering eras from the Renaissance to Contemporary, plus options for other specialized period survey courses. The teaching load will be 4-4 (12 credit workload). Courses will include core fine arts courses, global surveys of art history, and upper division courses. Departmental service and continued scholarly growth is expected. Finalists will be required to give a teaching demonstration; full consideration given to applications received on or before March 27, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Art History.

ABD Candidates will be considered.

Submission of Teaching Philosophy and Professional Writing Samples are required.

Successful performances in an interview and teaching demonstration are required.

Candidates should display commitment to the education of diverse populations. Applicants are encouraged to articulate how they bring an ethos of valuing diversity to their work as educators.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Art History is Preferred.

1-3 years college teaching Art History experience preferred

Clear evidence of teaching excellence beyond the traditional classroom.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer

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Special Instructions to Applicants

A list of at least three references (name, full contact information, position held, and relationship to the applicant clearly explained),

In addition, copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position (unofficial copies are fine for the application process).

The final candidate hired will be required to provide official transcripts to:

Human Resources

205 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057.

The final candidate hired will also be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 Background Check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background check, and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) and gain clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Unofficial Transcripts
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Teaching Philosophy
Writing Sample

Optional Documents

Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (e.g. peer reviews, student evaluations, honors and awards, etc.)
Sample Syllabus and Class Assignments

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