Department of Painting & Printmaking - Adjunct instructor - VCUarts Qatar

VCUarts Qatar is seeking an adjunct instructor for the Fall 2026 semester within the Painting & Printmaking program to teach the following course:

Course: PAPR 491 Q01 – Topics: Speaker Series FANOON

The course explores contemporary art through direct engagement with leading artists, curators, and cultural practitioners from Qatar, the region, and beyond. The selected adjunct faculty member will lead the seminar component, guide students through readings, research, discussions, and critical responses, and connect public artist talks with student learning and creative inquiry.

Throughout the semester, four to five invited speakers will present public lectures at Mathaf, followed by studio visits, workshops, conversations, and site-based engagements with enrolled students. Between guest visits, class sessions will focus on contemporary artistic practice, exhibition-making, institutional critique, and the role of artists within broader social and cultural contexts.

The course culminates in the collaborative production of a publication documenting and reflecting on the semester’s discussions, encounters, and research.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in contemporary art, curatorial practice, art criticism, exhibition-making, or a related field, along with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students in a multicultural academic environment.

Position Responsibilities:

The adjunct instructor will be expected to:

• Complete all required university training (e.g., FERPA) before the first class session
• Provide students with a course syllabus during the first class session that outlines course objectives, structure, requirements, grading criteria, and relevant policies provided by the Director
• Enforce department and university policies in a constructive and professional manner
• Prepare thoroughly for each class to ensure effective use of studio time in support of course learning objectives
• Assess all assignments and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Submit midterm and final grades according to the schedule and method provided by the university registrar
• Attend all departmental meetings

Required Qualifications:

• A terminal degree (MFA) in a relevant field, or a BFA with substantial additional training and/or professional experience that equates to a terminal degree.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Enthusiasm for teaching in a multicultural environment
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
• Eligibility to work in Qatar or meet specific immigration/employment requirements under Qatari law.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Painting
  • New Printmaking
  • Digital and Traditional Photography
  • Sculpture and Installation
  • Video Art and film