What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Lecturer of Art and Art History position at William & Mary?
Position Information
Position Number
P1021W
Position Title
Adjunct Lecturer of Art and Art History
Unit Mission Statement
In William & Mary’s Department of Art and Art History, students actively engage art and architecture through creative studio practice and historical inquiry. Using a variety of approaches and perspectives, they develop visual literacy, critical thinking, aesthetic judgment, and practical skills that enable them to pursue diverse experiences, educational paths, and careers.
Position Summary
The Art & Art History Department at William & Mary is recruiting a pool of persons for possible part-time adjunct teaching positions. For this academic year, the department/program is recruiting for positions in drawing, however, this pool will remain open for additional needs that arise. This pool will be accessed ONLY when an opening arises. Your credentials will remain active as long as the pool position is available but no more than one year. After one year, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the current adjunct pool.
Required Qualifications
A Master’s degree is required for all Studio Art positions and a PhD is required for all Art History positions.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master’s degree is required for all Studio Art positions and a PhD or ABD with specialization in Art History or a related field is preferred at the time the candidate begins the appointment, August 10 for fall and January 10 for spring start date. Previous academic teaching experience is desirable.
Conditions of Employment
This position is restricted to one semester or one academic year.
Department
3KC100 Art and Art History Dept
Location
William & Mary
Job Open Date
01/28/2025
Review Begin Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Employment Category
Adjunct
Special Application Instructions
Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of teaching interests that describes your approach to teaching and mentoring and that may also incorporate a discussion of how your past scholarly work informs your approach. Your candidate teaching statement may be included in your cover letter. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Studio Art or Art History in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. Review of applications is ongoing.
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Benefits Summary Statement
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