The department of Communication, Media, Art & Design at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as an Instructor, Art & Design. The anticipated start date is August 11, 2025.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Morehead State University is an EO/AA educator and employer that delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

REQUIREMENTS: Terminal degree (MFA or Ph.D.) from an accredited institution in the individuals discipline as recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Exceptions will be non-doctoral degrees considered to be terminal degrees by discipline-specific accrediting bodies recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation (CORPA).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates with university-level teaching experience and service preferred. Experience teaching digital drawing and digital painting is desirable.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Transcripts (unofficial), Statement of Teach Philosophy, an Artist Statement, URL to 20 images representing personal creative work and an accompanying list of titles, media, and dates (may include excerpts from time-based works no longer than 5 minutes each) and URL to 20 images of student work created under your direction with a list of course title(s), media, dates, and a brief description of assignment(s). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Robyn Moore, the search committee chair, at [email protected] for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

An Instructor reports to a department chair.

Ability to lift 25 pounds.

The instructor will teach in a typical classroom or an internet-based environment. Travel to a regional campus or off-site location may be required. Service on weekends and evenings may be required on occasion.