Adjunct Faculty - Art

Title:

Adjunct Faculty - Art

Application Review Date: Ongoing recruitment

Campus

Location:

Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered

Adjunct faculty supplement the full-time faculty by teaching courses which are necessary for the department but for which instructors may be lacking. The goal of this position is to facilitate our ability to meet the growing needs of the department in this area.

Adjunct instructors will be expected to teach courses in various areas. Current areas in need include:
Painting, Graphic Design, Ceramics, and Foundations. Other opportunities may exist to teach various courses in studio art, digital photography, or art appreciation courses, depending on the department's scheduling and the instructor's skillset.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom.

The University offers 75 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 19 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics.

With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Visit our website ford.edu for more information.

MFA degree with some teaching experience at the college level. Experience as a graduate teaching assistant may be acceptable

Applicants must submit an unofficial copy of transcripts of post-secondary course work with the application. If the applicant’s official transcripts are on file in the Office of the Provost, a statement indicating such, must be submitted in lieu of the documents with the application. Official transcripts of all post-secondary course work will be required upon selection for hire. Official transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of the Provost, Attention:
Transcript Clerk/Coordinator, Campus P. O. Box 6910, Radford University, Radford, VA 24142

Please email Brent Webb Art Department Chair with additional questions. (bwebb
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Must have a criminal background check

No

No

Varies depending on courses taught

Fall semester (Aug-Dec) Spring semester (Dec-May)

No

Exempt

Adjunct Faculty

Varies depending on courses taught

Part Time Teaching

Art, Dept of

Based on credit hours…