Adjunct Faculty, Illustration

Position

Part‑time appointment in Illustration

The Illustration Department of Maryland Institute College of Art invites applications for a part‑time faculty position with a multi‑year renewable contract in a non‑tenure institution beginning Fall 2026. The faculty position will teach a minimum of 3 credits per semester at an art school nationally known for its dedication to teaching excellence, a rigorous liberal arts curriculum and the importance of the fine arts.

• Teach undergraduate Illustration courses, covering various levels of the program.
• Be proficient in traditional techniques and maintain a broad understanding of new approaches to illustration.
• Maintain an active professional practice and contribute significantly to the interdisciplinary mission of the Department and College.
• Pursue research and/or professional engagements that contribute to the educational mission of the department and college.

• BFA degree required.
• Experience teaching Illustration at the college level beyond graduate assistantships is preferred.
• Knowledge of various aspects of Illustration practice.
• Successful completion of a full background check.

Satisfactory background check results.

Commensurate with experience and college policy.

The College will review applications as received. Although materials received before August 1, 2026 are best assured of receiving full consideration, the position will remain open until filled. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence. Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax.

Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case‑by‑case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410‑225‑2363.

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam‑era, or otherwise). The College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.