Adjunct Photography

Position Title:

Adjunct Photography

Time Type:

Part time

Position Summary and Qualifications:

Saint Joseph’s University’s Department of Art & Art History has a need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach Photography courses on a semester-by-semester basis. Likely assignments include introductory and intermediate digital photography and darkroom courses, depending on departmental needs.

Part-time adjunct faculty will teach assigned photography courses, support student learning, and foster an inclusive, studio-focused classroom environment. Course assignments may vary each semester and may encompass a range of photographic practices, including digital image-making, lighting, and traditional black-and-white darkroom processes. Instructors are expected to bring contemporary professional insight and strong technical and conceptual knowledge to the classroom.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching assigned photography course(s), including digital and/or darkroom instruction
• Preparing course materials, assignments, and assessments
• Demonstrating proper use of photographic equipment, lighting, and darkroom facilities
• Providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to students
• Holding regular office hours
• Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically
• Using Canvas or another learning management system
• Maintaining consistent communication with students

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participating in occasional meetings with the Department Chair or program faculty
• Collaborating with course coordinators to ensure curricular consistency and quality
• Supporting departmental goals related to student learning and engagement
• Assisting in maintaining a safe and effective studio and darkroom environment

Minimum Requirements:

• MFA in Photography or a closely related field
• Demonstrated expertise in both digital photography and traditional darkroom processes
• Professional experience in photography or related creative fields
• Proficiency with industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, including Lightroom and Photoshop)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior college-level teaching experience
• Experience managing or working in a darkroom environment
• Flexibility and responsiveness in adapting course content to meet the needs of students with varied backgrounds
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience with studio lighting, alternative processes, or contemporary photographic practices

Application Materials:

Please submit a cover letter, CV (including website/portfolio), one sample syllabus, and three references.

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