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Adjunct Faculty, Art History

Barry University
Miami Shores, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Jun 2025

About the role

Summary

The Art program is designed to prepare majors for their future lives as professionals in the field of art and for advanced study at the graduate level. The classes are designed to foster individual growth in an integrated academic studio environment. The Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) is respected as the professional degree for Studio Art. 

Adjunct Professor in Art History needed to teach two sections of ART 329 – World Art I

• ART 329-01 – World Art I: to 1400 (3 credits)
An introduction to ancient and medieval art history through the chronological study of key works of visual culture throughout the world, from cave paintings to European cathedrals and Middle Eastern mosques, from the Venus de Milo to the Seated Buddha, and from Egyptian and Maya pyramids to Buddhist stupas. Emphasis will be placed on the shift from prehistoric societies to urban cultures, the rapid development of technical and aesthetic expertise expressed in local traditions, and the emergence of the world's religions and their impact upon art.
 

Essential Functions

• Deliver classroom material in a clear and effective manner.

• Create a unified, comprehensive syllabus in accord with the College of Arts & Sciences format

• Create a course Canvas site as per College of Arts and Sciences format

• Create, administer, and evaluate exams, papers, and/or projects.

• One office hour per class, per week is required to help address student questions and/or issues. 

Qualifications/Requirements

• MFA or PhD in Art History.

• 1-3 years of work-related experience to effectively teach the position’s responsibilities.

• Working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in the field and the ability to use this within varied situations.

Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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