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

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

Serving Schools | Posted Mar 7

Part-time | Maine

Negotiable | Unknown

The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) seeks qualified applicants to teach Art History starting in the fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching and to developing an innovative curriculum. This position teaches in-person, hybrid (in-person and online components), and Hyflex modalities. The primary location would be Augusta, or potentially the Bangor campus or one of the centers.

UMA offers distance and on-site education across Maine, with a focus on accessible liberal arts and professional programs.

UMA faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs, and committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning, and to effective use of technology, including distance learning.

• Teach Art History courses in-person, hybrid, and Hyflex modalities (ARH 105:
  History of Art & Architecture I, Prehistory – 1400 globally; ARH 106: History of Art & Architecture II, 1400 – Now globally).
• Develop and deliver an innovative curriculum and contribute to curriculum development.
• Support student learning and engagement through effective use of technology and instructional strategies.
• Collaborate across disciplines and participate in university activities that connect students with community opportunities.

• Required:
  
  A Ph.D. in any field of Art History.
• An active research agenda in a field of specialization.
• Ability to teach ARH 105 and ARH 106.

• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability to teach additional Art History courses, including topics before 1945, global South, African art, diasporic art, Asian art, art of the Islamic world, cross-cultural thematic courses, and cross-listing with related minors or programs.
• Willingness to engage with community outreach and cross-disciplinary collaboration to connect students with local opportunities (art galleries, archives, museums).

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

• A cover letter describing qualifications and experiences with reference to both required and preferred qualifications.
• A resume/curriculum vitae.
• List of courses you are prepared to teach, and the modalities (in person, distance synchronous, distance asynchronous) you have taught or are prepared to teach them.
• Contact information for three professional references when requested.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in and reside in the continental United States.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 3/27/2026 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. Application review will begin immediately and continue until a sufficient pool of candidates has been established.

The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. The System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status in any aspect of its education, programs, activities, or employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services.