Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Art

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Art at Wellesley College Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Art at Wellesley College in Wellesley, Massachusetts Posted in 11 days ago. $20,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Please review the details for the position before applying. When applying, please confirm your legal name is entered exactly as it appears on your government-issued identification. Ensure that you have the required documents ready to upload in either PDF (.pdf) or Word document (.doc) format. On the second page, enter your education, starting with your highest degree. Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and any supplemental documents on the fourth page. After submitting your application, you will be prompted to enter the contact information for two to three references. Please refer to the job description for the exact number of required references or any instructions regarding delayed submission. You may return to this section later if needed. Once your reference information is submitted, your contacts will receive an email with instructions on how to upload their reference letters. For best consideration, we urge you to submit your reference contact information as soon as possible. Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions for more details. Job Posting Title Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Art Job Description Summary Faculty Job Description The Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor (VATP) in Art is expected to teach one to two courses in the history of East Asian Art and Architecture during the 2026-27 academic year. Depending on the applicant pool, two different VATPs may be hired to each teach one course, so applicants should be sure to specify in their cover letter whether they are applying to teach only one of the needed courses and their availability to teach Fall, Spring, or both in their cover letter. In addition to class meeting times, the applicant will hold regular office hours in person and promptly respond to student inquiries throughout the semester.

Basic Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Art History or Architectural History, or ABD-standing in one of those fields. Experience teaching undergraduates.

Position Information:

Teaching Load:

2 courses, 0.4

FTE Term of Appointment:

2026-27, not renewable

Target Start Date:

August 31, 2026

Minimum Salary:

$20,000 ($10,000 per course taught)

Application Deadline:

March 21, 2026 How to

Apply:

Application materials should be submitted via https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/wellesley/wellesley-faculty and include a letter of interest detailing teaching experience, qualifications, and research; CV; names and contact information of two references. This position is in a collective bargaining unit represented by Wellesley Organized Academic Workers - UAW (WOAW-UAW).

To learn more please visit:

WOAW-UAW

website and current Collective Bargaining Agreement .

Company Description and Benefits:

Wellesley's mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community-faculty, students, staff, and alumnae. For those roles that are half-time or greater, we offer a comprehensive array of benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Benefits are governed by plan documents and eligibility provisions. Worker Sub-Type Faculty Fixed (Fixed Term) Time Type Part time EEO Statement At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members of the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish. Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals in hiring and advancement based on any legally protected status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to the College community are encouraged to apply. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.