Part-Time Lecturer – Art History, Design, and Studio Art – University of Louisville

Academic Opportunity: Part-Time Lecturer – Art History, Design, and Studio Art – University of Louisville

Highlights

Institution: University of Louisville
Academic Unit / Department: Department of Art + Design, Hite Institute of Art + Design
Job Reference / Requisition ID: R109308
Appointment Type: Part-Time, Temporary (Fixed-Term)
Academic Rank / Level: Lecturer
Teaching Level: Undergraduate
Instruction Mode: In-Person Only
Areas: Art History, Design, Studio Art
Salary / Remuneration: Not specified
Location: Belknap Campus, Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Application Review: Begins immediately
Application Deadline: February 9, 2027, or until positions are filled

Overview of Role

The Department of Art + Design at the University of Louisville invites applications for part-time lecturer positions in Art History, Design, and Studio Art for Fall and Spring semesters.

Selected faculty will provide in-person undergraduate instruction and are expected to demonstrate strong subject knowledge, technical expertise where applicable, and a commitment to effective student learning.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

1. Art History

• Teach undergraduate Art History courses.
• Provide strong disciplinary grounding in art history.
• Support student learning through effective undergraduate instruction.

2. Design

• Teach undergraduate Design courses.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in the relevant design specialization.
• Deliver effective practical and conceptual instruction.

3. Studio Art

• Teach undergraduate Studio Art courses.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in the relevant studio discipline.
• Support students through hands-on creative instruction.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Art History

• Preferred Education: Ph.D. in Art History.
• Applicants with an M.A. in Art History will also be considered.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected.

Design

• Preferred Education: BSGD in Design.
• Candidates with another Design degree may also be considered.
• Relevant teaching and/or professional experience must clearly demonstrate ability to teach in the discipline.

Studio Art

• Preferred Education: MFA in Studio Art.
• Applicants with a BFA may also be considered if they have sufficient teaching and/or professional experience.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong technical expertise and teaching ability.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary details are not specified in the vacancy announcement.
• Appointment is part-time and temporary/fixed-term.
• Terms of appointment will follow University of Louisville policies.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

Applicants should prepare and submit materials required through the University of Louisville online recruitment system, which may include:

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. Academic and professional credentials

4. Relevant teaching or professional experience details

5. Additional supporting documents requested through the application portal

Application Process

Application Link: https://uofl.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UofLCareerSite/job/Belknap-Campus/Part-Time-Lecturer---Art-History--Design--and-Studio-Art--Hite-Institute-of-Art---Design--Pool-Ad_R109308

Application Mode: Online only

Review Process: Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the available positions are filled.

Deadline: February 9, 2027

Contact / Enquiries

Email: employment@louisville.edu
Phone: 502-852-6258

Official University Careers Website: https://louisville.edu/hr/employment/jobs/currentopenings