Associate Professor, Department of Art & Design (Tenure-Track)
Company: DHRM
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
"Greater Happens HERE" Title: Associate Professor, Department of
Art & Design (Tenure-Track) State Role Title: Associate Professor
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Pay Band:
UG Agency: Virginia State University Location: Virginia State
University Agency Website: www.VSU.edu Recruitment Type: General
Public - G Job Duties Virginia State University (VSU), a public and
comprehensive 1890 Land Grant institution and historically black
college/university (HBCU) founded in 1882, are seeking qualified
applicants for the Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 academic year in the
Department of Art & Design. This is a 9-month, tenure-track
instructional (teaching/research) faculty appointment in the
College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Exceptionally qualified
applicants may be considered for additional assignments and
affiliated appointments, subject to the needs of the college and
university. This faculty member serves as faculty for art history
and in a leadership role for the CORE Foundations program, our
first-year foundations program, taking primary responsibility for
its curriculum development and administration. They will teach a
full lecture course load within the program, with courses covering
art history, art theory, research practices for artists and
designers, critique methodologies, design elements and principles,
and foundational studio practices. A central component of this
position is serving as the contact point for first-year students
working with the Academic Center for Excellence for advising,
mentoring and preparing them for successful entry into their
sophomore-year concentrations. Beyond the classroom, this position
will maintain an active personal creative/scholarly research
agenda, collaborate with the faculty team on student exhibitions
and events, and actively contribute to shared governance through
service on department, college, and university committees. At VSU,
where Greater Happens Here, we offer 36 undergraduate, 17 graduate,
and 2 doctoral degree programs and 8 certificate programs across
six academic colleges.) Instructional (Teaching/Research) faculty's
primary responsibilities require them to teach up to 15 credit
hours per semester in-person and/or online (both synchronous and
asynchronous). VSU faculty must provide and engage students during
regular office hours to meet and promote student engagement and
success. Other responsibilities include conducting research;
advising, recruiting, and retaining students; participating in
designated academic ceremonies such as but not limited to:
Convocation, Founder’s Day, and Commencement; attending
departmental, school, and university meetings; serving on
departmental, school, and university committees; and performing
duties defined and assigned by the departmental chair. It is also a
condition of employment that within thirty (30) days of hire, you
are required to submit documentation to the hiring authority that
you have the academic qualifications for the faculty position in
which you are hired. Failure to comply with this documentation
requirement and/or misrepresent your professional credentials in
any manner may result in revocation of your contract and/or
termination of your faculty appointment with VSU. Faculty rank
eligibility will be reviewed and determined in accordance with the
guidelines outlined in the VSU Faculty Handbook. Must possess one
of the following degrees: • Masters or PhD in Art History • PhD in
Education or Art Education • PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies or
other visual arts field Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or
Competencies required: · Demonstrated ability to lead, administer,
and develop curriculum for a first-year Foundations program. ·
Expertise in teaching a broad range of foundational courses,
including art history, art theory, studio practices, and critique.
· Proven skill in mentoring and advising first-year students to
ensure their successful academic progression. · An active personal
creative or scholarly research agenda that demonstrates
contemporary practice. · Strong collaborative skills for working
with faculty on events and a commitment to departmental/university
service. · Comprehensive knowledge of historical/contemporary art
theory, design principles, and research practices for artists.
Minimum Qualifications · Must hold one of the following degrees:
Masters or PhD in Art History · Graduate or Terminal degree in
teaching discipline from an accredited university; minimum of 18
graduate credits hours required. · Significant contribution to the
area of specialization, higher education, or profession/industry. ·
Engagement in professional development activities related to
research, such as attending workshops, seminars, or training
sessions to enhance research skills and knowledge. · Teaching
proficiency in the respective areas of interest. · Demonstrated
proficiency in engaging diverse and non-traditional students
effectively. · Ability to effectively promote and enhance the
culturally and educationally diverse student populations. ·
Proficiency and willingness to adapt and implement emerging
pedagogies through traditional instruction and experiential
learning methodologies. *Virginia State University requires that
faculty be appropriately credentialed to teach assigned courses at
the undergraduate and graduate levels. VSU demonstrates compliance
with its Faculty Credentialing Policy 2301 for all applicable
education, experience, licensure and certification requirements in
the selection and hiring of its faculty. Additional Considerations
· Preference for PhD-level degree · Demonstrated research
experience in a higher education setting, including a track record
of scholarly publications, conference presentations, or externally
funded research projects. · Experience with designing and
conducting research studies, including quantitative and qualitative
research methods. · Demonstrated record of teaching experience at
the university level, including online instruction. · Demonstrated
proficiency and prior experience utilizing instructional
technologies/learning management systems. (i.e. Banner/Canvas). ·
Demonstrated experience or ability to measure, assess, and align
curricular outcomes with academic courses/programs. Special
Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when
your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please
refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of
your application for this position. Required Items: (Attachments) ·
Curriculum Vitae · Prior and current employment history · List of
(3–5) Professional References: Name, Telephone, Email, and
Relationship · Statement of Teaching and Research Interest: In
200–350 words, articulate your motivation for joining VSU,
emphasizing your teaching and research interests, instructional
methodology, and your ability to engage a diverse range of
students, including those with non-traditional backgrounds, through
applied and experiential learning approaches. Official transcripts
will be required before hire. Virginia State University is
committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all
persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability,
gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic
information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including
pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites
minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to
apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni
are encouraged to apply. HOW TO APPLY: Virginia State University
only accepts applications for this position through the on-line
state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and
mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The
application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment
and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within
the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed
in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is
reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the
minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job
announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on
the information provided on the application, therefore, it is
essential to fully complete each section of the application and
provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state
application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result
in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of
receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. The
selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete
background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate
may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a
condition of employment, if applicable. Employment-based visa
sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed
and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal
law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship,
and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not
permit an individual to work in the United States unless the
appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified
in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements. •
Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) Immediate vesting | Portable |
Investment choice • Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Defined
benefit pension | Lifetime monthly income • 457 Deferred
Compensation Plan (DCP) • 403(b) (TIAA) • Comprehensive medical &
dental plans • Employee Assistance Program • Paid annual and sick
leave • Paid state and federal holidays • Employer-paid life
insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Public Service Loan
Forgiveness eligibility • Telework opportunities (where applicable)
Contact Information Name: Dominique M. Fisher Phone: 804-524-5075
Email: dfisher@vsu.edu In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment
to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to
apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be
considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide
their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for
Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the
Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are
encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their
disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their
AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or
by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note : Applicants who received a
Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1,
2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable
documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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