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AssistantAssociate Professor, Painting
Job Location:
Job Location:
Rock Hill, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
6 October 2026 (7 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
3 January 2027
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Job Description
Winthrop University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Fine Arts specializing in Painting. This is a full-time nine-month tenure-track appointment in the Department of Fine Arts part of the College of Visual and Performing Arts. The College also includes the departments of Design Arts Administration Theatre and Dance and Music and also the Winthrop University Galleries. Winthrops beautiful campus is located in Rock Hill South Carolina within the rapidly growing Charlotte metropolitan region and approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte North Carolina. The area offers a thriving arts and cultural scene as well as convenient access to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We seek a dynamic and forward-looking artist-educator who will contribute to Winthrops commitment to rigorous study of image-making material exploration and technical excellence while helping advance the curriculum in contemporary painting practices. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach both traditional and contemporary approaches to painting using a wide range of media and substrates. Teaching responsibilities will span all undergraduate levels from foundational studies in pictorial composition to advanced and interdisciplinary studio practices including senior-level mentorship within the Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Required Qualifications
Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ) in Painting or Studio Art Minimum of 2 to 3 years of successful college-level teaching experience (full-time or adjunct) supported by a portfolio of student work personal work and a robust personal exhibition record. Extensive mastery of traditional oil acrylic water-based and mixed-media painting techniques alongside proficiency in structural drawing and design principles. Exceptional grasp of studio pedagogy objective grading standards and formal design elements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required for rigorous student evaluation and collaborative faculty governance.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with and the ability to teach introductory printmaking courses.
Winthrop University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Fine Arts specializing in Painting. This is a full-time nine-month tenure-track appointment in the Department of Fine Arts part of the College of Visual and Performing Arts. The College also includes the departments of Design Arts Administration Theatre and Dance and Music and also the Winthrop University Galleries. Winthrops beautiful campus is located in Rock Hill South Carolina within the rapidly growing Charlotte metropolitan region and approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte North Carolina. The area offers a thriving arts and cultural scene as well as convenient access to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We seek a dynamic and forward-looking artist-educator who will contribute to Winthrops commitment to rigorous study of image-making material exploration and technical excellence while helping advance the curriculum in contemporary painting practices. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach both traditional and contemporary approaches to painting using a wide range of media and substrates. Teaching responsibilities will span all undergraduate levels from foundational studies in pictorial composition to advanced and interdisciplinary studio practices including senior-level mentorship within the Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Required Qualifications
Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ) in Painting or Studio Art Minimum of 2 to 3 years of successful college-level teaching experience (full-time or adjunct) supported by a portfolio of student work personal work and a robust personal exhibition record. Extensive mastery of traditional oil acrylic water-based and mixed-media painting techniques alongside proficiency in structural drawing and design principles. Exceptional grasp of studio pedagogy objective grading standards and formal design elements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required for rigorous student evaluation and collaborative faculty governance.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with and the ability to teach introductory printmaking courses.
Required Experience:
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