Part-Time Art Historian Faculty; In-Person and Hybrid

Part-Time Art Historian Faculty (In-Person and Hybrid) - 2417

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) is seeking qualified applicants to teach Art History starting in the fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching, innovative curriculum development, and effective use of technology for distance learning. Classes will be delivered in person, hybrid, or Hyflex at the Augusta campus, and potentially at the Bangor campus or a UMA center.

• Teach ARH 105 (History of Art & Architecture I) and ARH 106 (History of Art & Architecture II) and other Art History courses in person, hybrid, or Hyflex formats.
• Develop and innovate the curriculum to enhance student learning.
• Use technology and distance‑learning methods to support student success.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners to integrate art with broader academic and civic initiatives.
• Assist with mentoring students and contributing to the academic mission of UMA.

• A PhD in any field of Art History.
• An active research agenda in a chosen specialization.
• Planned ability to teach ARH 105 and ARH 106.

• A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.
• Ability to teach courses on art before 1945, the global South, African art, diasporic art, Asian art, Islamic art, cross‑cultural thematic courses, and courses that can be cross‑listed with programs such as the Human Rights Minor, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and American Studies.
• Willingness to serve the mission of integrating students with community outreach and inter‑disciplinary collaboration.

• Cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae or resume.
• List of courses prepared to teach, including modality experience.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Proof of authorization to work in and reside in the United States.

The salary is per credit hour and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Maine System is an equal‑opportunity institution that complies with all applicable nondiscrimination laws and offers reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. For more information, please visit the UMS Title IX Coordinator page.