- Position
- Visiting Assistant Professor Art - Photography
- Department
- College of Fine Arts, Fain
- Job Classification(s):
- The following positions will be considered for this opening.
Please use the links below to open job description(s) in a NEW WINDOW. - Starting Date
- Fall 2026
- Responsibilities
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The Juanita and Ralph Harvey School of Visual Arts seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Art – Photography. This is a full time, benefits eligible, 1 year visiting position to begin August 17, 2026. Salary is competitive.
The successful candidate will teach a range of photography courses at the undergraduate level that include the Adobe Creative Suite and time-based media in addition to a section of Art Appreciation.
About the College:
The Lamar D. Fain College of Fine Arts encompasses undergraduate programs in art, mass communication, music and theatre. The college prides itself on ensuring that its students do what they study and is committed to offering individualized instruction in functional, safe, modern surroundings. Emphasis is placed on applying classroom learning to process and performance. Students are taught to create within their disciplines and are also challenged to evaluate the quality of what they have created, to assess the effect of their creations on the wider culture, and to aspire to professionalism and excellence.
About the Department/School/Area:
The Juanita and Ralph Harvey School of Visual Arts is dedicated to ensuring that the students acquire the necessary foundation knowledge and skills, develop marketable competencies in an area of artistic specialization, and come to see themselves as productive members of the global society and as responsible professionals committed to excellence.We offer a wide variety of disciplines: ceramics, drawing, graphic design, metalsmithing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, art education and art history and we are a member of NASAD.
- Requirements
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Candidates must hold an M.F.A. in Photography or related discipline at the time employment begins. Recent M.F.A. graduates are encouraged to apply. Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary education environment and/or professional experience is desired.
- Standard Requirements
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Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
To Apply:
Submit letter of interest, CV, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, twenty images of professional work, twenty images of student work and a list of three references with contact information in a single PDF.
Applications and Inquiries about the position can be directed to leah.gose@msutexas.edu
Review of applications to begin immediately. The position is open until filled. For full consideration, complete application materials must be submitted by May 22, 2026
Please send information to the contact listed below.
MSU Texas
College of Fine Arts, Fain
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
About MSU
Established in 1922, Midwestern State University is a public university in Wichita Falls, Texas, located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The university has an average enrollment of 5,800 students, with approximately 20% enrolled in graduate programs. Rooted in a values-based culture, Midwestern State University aims to empower students and our community through a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and a culture of lifelong learning, inquiry, and innovation. The university is strongly committed to serving first-generation students and those receiving financial assistance.
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