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Position Title :
Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art
About Susquehanna :
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.
Position Summary :
The Department of Art Design at Susquehanna University is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art (2D) for the 2025-26 Academic Year (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Semesters). Instruction will be in-person and synchronous. The successful candidate will teach a 3 / 3 course load, with courses that support departmental majors and minors in primarily foundational courses. While a successful candidate is welcomed to engage with university service opportunities and academic advising, it will not be required of the position. Preference will be given to those with college teaching experience.Courses will range from survey level needs including Foundations of Art I and II; to mid and upper-level course that may include Drawing and Painting. Candidates must be willing to collaborate with existing Studio Art curriculum needs, as well as instruct in both the conceptual and technical artistic development at the foundational level in a wide range of practices.
Required Qualifications :
M.F.A in a major two-dimensional studio discipline
Special Instructions to the Applicant :
Any inquiries should be sent to the department chair, Amanda Lenig, at leniga@susqu.edu. Review of applications will begin on March 15th and the chosen candidate will be notified by May 1st at the latest. Courses begin on Monday, August 25th. Please submit the following :
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Statement
- Curriculum vitae
- 10-15 Examples of Personal Work (submitted under “Portfolio”)
- Diversity and Inclusion Statement
- 10-15 Examples of Student Work (if applicable, please submit under “Other Additional Documents”)
Benefits Eligible : Number of Months :
9 months
Full-Time / Part-Time :
Full Time
Posting date : 11 / 15 / 2024
Open Until Filled : Posting Number :
F00189
