Non-tenure-line faculty in the School of Art teach undergraduate courses at all levels, from first-year Foundations through senior projects. All faculty participate in service at the School, College, and University level and are committed to student success and curricular innovation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The typical course load consists of four courses (12 hours) each fall and spring semester, including ADS 103 4D Foundations, ART 200 Introduction to Digital Art, ART 234 Experimental Video, and/or other courses in the instructor's area of expertise. Courses are generally scheduled on campus, with occasional courses scheduled online, either synchronously or asynchronously.
Requirements
Master's degree in art, design, or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
One semester of teaching experience at the college level, gained concurrently or at any time.
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in art, design, or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
Engagement with contemporary art practices as an artist, designer, and/or educator.
One year of teaching experience at the college level, gained concurrently or at any time.
How to apply:
For inquiries regarding this faculty opportunity, please contact:
Lara Kuykendall, Director, lkuykendall@bsu.edu
Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below. If possible, include all documents in one pdf.
NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:
Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Portfolio of up to 10 images of applicant's creative work (with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
Portfolio of up to 10 images of student projects (with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
Contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references
If available, any certifications or licenses
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 9, 2026, at 12:01 A.M.
(Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Benefits
$52,500-$55,000Department:School of ArtStart Date:08/17/2026About this opportunity:Teaching responsibilities are on campus, in Muncie, Indiana.Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.Salary and benefit packages for this position are competitive, with salaries for this opportunity beginning at $52,500 annually.What you'll do and what you will bring:When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer isHealth insuranceDental insuranceParental leave
Additional Information
Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor of Studio Art
Bsu · Ball State University