Adjunct Instructor, Survey of Art I (ARTH 103)

About the role

VCUarts Qatar is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach ARTH 103: Survey of Art I, a semester course covering art from the prehistoric era through the 13th century, with examples from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. The appointment is part-time and depends on departmental needs, and the course is delivered online and face-to-face.

Key responsibilities

• Teach ARTH 103 according to the approved course description, learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, readings, assignments, discussions and assessments.
• Introduce students to visual analysis, art historical methods, key monuments, artists and historical contexts.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support, and maintain regular communication with students and the department.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades and student progress using university systems.
• Foster a respectful, professional and intellectually engaging classroom environment and follow departmental and university policies.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Art History or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated university-level teaching experience or relevant professional experience in art history, museum studies, curatorial practice or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work respectfully and professionally with faculty, staff and students from all backgrounds, or a commitment to do so.
• Eligibility to work in Qatar or to meet applicable immigration and employment requirements under Qatari law.
• Preferred: PhD in Art History, previous experience teaching survey courses, experience with learning management systems and educational technology, and evidence of student-centered teaching.

To apply, candidates submit their CV, a letter of interest and a list of three current references through the VCU Jobs website; only applications submitted there will be considered.