Job Details

Visiting Instructor in Foundations

Position Number: 7187302
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Art

Visiting Instructor in Foundations

Requisition Number: 72138
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 28-May-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Art and Art History at the University of Colorado-Boulder seeks a full-time one-year appointment as a Visiting Instructor in Foundations. The candidate will primarily teach undergraduates in the Foundations program; supervise lecturers and graduate student teaching assistants in Foundations; coordinate space and materials needs with lab technicians. We encourage candidates to apply whose creative work engages the expanded field of contemporary art.
The Foundations Program provides instruction in 2-D and 3-D design, and Digital art making with an emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches to art practices. Students are encouraged to explore a wide range of techniques, materials, and ideas, both traditional and experimental. The successful candidate will work closely with the Foundations Director/Area coordinator and other Faculty to help develop and run a cohesive and integrated first-year experience.
An active professional creative practice and exhibition record is desirable, and maintaining a high level of professional standing in their field will be a requirement of the position. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to a culture of excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to fully supporting the arts and our artistic community. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado-Boulder is the flagship R-1 campus of the University of Colorado system with a student population of approximately 33,000 students. The Department of Art & Art History is an active and vibrant program with twenty-three full-time faculty working in painting, sculpture and post-studio practice, printmaking, ceramics, photography, video, digital arts, foundations and art history. The department occupies 170,000 square feet in the state-of-the-art Visual Arts Complex, located in the center of campus.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Faculty member will teach sections of ARTS 1010 and ARTS 1020 as assigned during AY 2026-2027; help oversee the Foundations program by working with the studio technician to coordinate the ordering of materials; work with lecturers and instructors when necessary to provide guidance on curriculum and teaching questions; work with woodshop and metal shop technicians to coordinate schedules for class projects; oversee, with support of technician, Foundations classrooms/workshops; and attend Area Coordinator meetings and represent Foundations in Area meetings

What You Should Know

The teaching load is 4 classes in the fall semester and 4 classes in the spring semester with additional service expected.

What We Can Offer

$62,500

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

An MFA degree, or equivalent professional experience, at the time of hire.

What You Will Need

Familiarity with a range of art-related techniques and processes; knowledge of contemporary art.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
PDF Sample of Work
Syllabus/Syllabi

During the application process you will need to enter contact information for two references who will be contacted to provide letters of recommendation as the search progresses.
For consideration, please apply May 28, 2026.
Note: Applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Visiting-Instructor-in-Foundations/72138