Adjunct Instructor of 3D/Sculpture

About Converse University

Converse University is a private, coed liberal arts university located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

Spartanburg is known as South Carolina's melting pot, blending Southern culture and hospitality with international traditions. The city offers beautiful scenery, historically significant sites, and proximity to the North Carolina mountains, the South Carolina coast, and major cities like Atlanta and Charlotte.

About the Department

The Department of Art, Design and Letters resides within the School of the Arts and houses exceptional multi-disciplined programs in art and interior design. Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), the department is located in the 30,000-square-foot Milliken Fine Arts Building. The facility features designated classrooms for ceramics, sculpture, photography, printmaking, digital media, painting, drawing, and interior design.

About the Role

We invite applications for an Adjunct Instructor of 3D/Sculpture to teach undergraduate courses within a creative and collaborative environment dedicated to a culture of learning and social responsibility. This role focuses on 3D Design and sculpture, requiring the development and delivery of course content that meets NASAD standards.

As an Adjunct Instructor, you will be expected to self-manage your courses, including content development, grading, and providing feedback to students. You will maintain office hours, document progress as required, and meet all deadlines for grade entry. The position also includes service to the department, school, and university, as well as professional involvement in the field of art.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following documentation in a single PDF file (excluding the college application) via the application site:

• Current vitae (CV)
• Digital portfolio demonstrating excellence in personal research and creative activities (10–15 items)
• Digital portfolio of student work (10–15 items)
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for three professional references (letters required upon interview invitation)

Equal Opportunity

Converse University is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to help us achieve academic excellence.