Part -Time Faculty; Temporary in Art

Temporary Art Faculty Position

In the Department of Art, one or more courses may be offered to part-time, temporary faculty members in fall 2026 and/or spring 2027. Courses available in fall 2026 and spring 2027 are ART 240:
Printmaking I, ART 340:
Printmaking II, and ART 440:
Printmaking III. Courses available in spring 2027 could also include ART 100:
Drawing I, ART 200:
Drawing II, ART 110: 2D Design, ART 120: 3D Design, and topics courses in drawing, printmaking, digital art, and/or graphic design.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations, lesson planning, assignment design, grading, office hours, correspondence with students, use of an online learning management system and/or other instructional software, course coordination meetings with other faculty members, and required orientation and training.

Positions require teaching in person on campus.

Part-time temporary faculty members may be rehired in subsequent semesters based on course availability, schedule, funding, and performance. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.

About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world.

Qualifications:

Required:

• MFA in relevant Studio Art discipline.
• Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught.

Preferred:
• At least two years' college teaching experience.
• Experience managing or maintaining a studio art teaching space.

To be considered for this position you will need to "Apply" and upload the documentation listed below: 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Review of applications will be ongoing to meet the needs of the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semesters. For questions about the search, please contact chair Justin Wolff ff. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws.