<p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo Posting Number FAC00011PO25 Advertised Title Instructor of Painting and Drawing in Studio Art Campus Beaufort College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level Department BFT Fine Arts Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Beaufort Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.</p> <p>Benefits for FTE Positions</p> <p>The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>The Department of English, the Arts, and Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) seeks candidates for a full-time, non-tenure track Instructor of Painting and Drawing in Studio Art, beginning August 2025. Special consideration will be given to candidates with an additional area of experience in darkroom and digital photography.</p> <p>The Studio Art program enjoys a strong reputation in the region and is located on USCB's Historic Beaufort campus in Beaufort, South Carolina, close to Hilton Head, Savannah, Charleston, and the coastal islands. USCB is the youngest and fastest growing comprehensive campus in the University of South Carolina system and offers a B.A. in Studio Art and a concentration in Media Arts. We seek a candidate who is committed to excellence in teaching, active in research and scholarship with knowledge of contemporary Art practices, dedicated to actively contributing to USCB's mission through service to the Studio Art program, the Department, the University and the broader community, and committed to diversity, collaboration and inclusion.</p> <p>Main Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Teach courses in Painting, Drawing, and up to two Foundations areas (Our foundations courses are Drawing I, 2D Design, 3D Design, and Introduction to Visual Art Computing) as well as the occasional section(s) of our ARTS B101 Studio Art for Non-Majors </li><li>Mentor and advise Studio Art majors and minors </li><li>Support program recruitment, retention, and continuous improvement </li><li>Participate in program assessment and curricular development </li></ul> <p>Program, department, university, and professional service</p> <p>Required Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>Master of Fine Arts degree in Painting or a relevant discipline </li><li>Strong commitment to and demonstrated record of highly effective teaching </li><li>Excellent communication and writing skills </li><li>Knowledge of diverse painting materials, techniques, and practices </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Ability and willingness to teach Photography </li><li>Successful experience teaching Painting at the college level </li></ul> <p>Strong, professional art practice with knowledge of contemporary art theory and disciplines</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Desired Start Date 08/16/2025 Job Open Date 01/31/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.</p> <p>Other Required documents: Teaching Philosophy and Portfolio (10 images of student work), Artist's Statement and Portfolio (10 images of candidate's work), as well as three current professional references with contact information. Portfolios may be provided via either web links or pdf images and should include an index including title, year, medium, and dimensions of each work.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182925 EEO Statement</p> <p>The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Curriculum Vitae </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Media File </li><li>Other Supporting Documents </li><li>Research Portfolio </li><li>Teaching Portfolio </li><li>Teaching Statement </li></ul>