Adjunct Faculty in Art

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Art.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Courses needing adjunct instruction vary
from semester to semester. Assignments are determined based on expertise of
applicants. Applications for this position will be accepted on an ongoing basis
and will be reviewed as needed. Applicants should indicate which campus or teaching
sites they are willing to accept these interim assignments at in their cover
letter.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
This position instructs in areas in the Art and
Design program, including but not limited to design, painting, drawing,
history, graphic design, sculpture, Art Appreciation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Instruction of assigned classes.
2. Provide interim and final grades for enrolled
   students.
3. Provide data
   for General Education Curriculum assessment based on
   student achievement in the course as needed.
4. Be available to student through office
   hours (face to face or virtual).
5. Be responsive to students and director/staff via USM email.
   
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
   

• Knowledge of the history of art and of the
  influence of art on culture (for Art Appreciation courses) and/or of studio practices (for studio courses).

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
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We produce graduates ready to enter
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business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.