The posting
Job Description
The Department of Art at Pittsburg State University invites applications for a non-tenure-earning Assistant Instructional Professor in Studio Art/Gallery Operations. This position combines undergraduate instruction in drawing and painting with responsibility for managing exhibitions and gallery operations in Porter Hall. The successful candidate will coordinate exhibition planning, installation, programming, and daily gallery operations while supporting student learning and community engagement.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching & Academic Instruction:
- Teach undergraduate studio art courses, primarily in drawing, with additional painting courses as assigned.
- Support student recruitment, retention, and mentoring initiatives within the Department of Art.
Gallery Operations:
- Direct and manage all technical, logistical, and preparatory aspects of exhibitions in Porter Hall galleries.
- Develop, coordinate, and maintain an exhibition schedule featuring student, faculty, and visiting artist exhibitions.
- Develop and coordinate educational and community programming associated with gallery exhibitions.
Service & Departmental Engagement:
- Collaborate on day-to-day departmental operations.
- Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels.
- Deliver assigned courses through in-person instruction on campus unless otherwise directed by Pittsburg State University.
- Maintain regular on-campus office hours in line with Pittsburg State University and department guidelines.
- Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience – Time of Hire
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art or a closely related discipline.
- 1 year or more experience in gallery management, exhibition preparation, or art handling/installation.
Candidates must hold a Master of Fine Arts degree in Studio Art discipline or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Preferred Education and Experience –
- Primary expertise in Drawing, accompanied by proficiency in painting area.
- 1 year or more professional gallery, museum, or curatorial administration experience in an academic or institutional setting.
- 1 year or more higher education or graduate-level teaching experience.
- Active studio practice and creative research agenda.
Job Type: Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and check.
Position Start Date: August 16, 2027
Application Documents Required*:
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
- Names and contact information (address, email and phone) of three references.
- Portfolio of 20 images Personal Work
- Portfolio of 20 images Student Work
*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 PDF files to upload.
First Consideration Date: January 10, 2027
Search Committee Chair: Olivia Timmons ([email protected]
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a respectful and supportive environment for all employees.
About Us
About Pittsburg State University
Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State’s 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.
Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.
Pitt State’s hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.
The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you’ll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.
Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.
Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.
The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.



