The Boise State Department of Art, Design and Visual Studies works within diverse cultural and visual contexts. We value inclusivity and experimentation, encourage risk-taking and advance knowledge in our field through research and practice.

The faculty embraces traditional and contemporary approaches toward materials, forms, techniques, and ideas while always seeking the refinements, innovations, and inversions that allow art to convey meaning and agency. We share with our students the physical and intellectual experience of art and craft and assist them with acquiring the skills and knowledge to practice as artists, teachers, theorists, historians, designers and illustrators.

The successful candidate will teach a maximum of 4 courses per semester at all levels within the Photography program, with opportunities to develop and teach courses relative to the candidate’s research interests.

Department overview:

The Department of Art, Design and Visual Studies at Boise State University invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor of Art position in Photography. This is a full-time, nine- month academic appointment, starting Fall 2025.

About Boise State:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Photography, Digital Photography, Digital Media, or a related visual arts field

• Proficient knowledge of analog and digital photography processes, including black-and-white darkroom techniques, film processing

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.) for artistic production

• Experience in digital lab operations and inkjet printing techniques

• An ability to integrate both the history of photography and contemporary theory into teaching and practice

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of alternative photographic processes

• College-level teaching experience

• A record of professional accomplishment with a portfolio of professional work, exhibitions, and/or publications

• Community engagement and service is highly desirable

Required application materials:

Please note that our application system will only allow for the upload of 5 documents including CV/resume and Cover letter. Please consolidate files or link on a single document where necessary.

• Cover letter stating your interests and qualifications, as well as your teaching experience

• Resume or curriculum vitae 

• PDF Portfolio with 20 examples of creative work (10 mb limit); identify the title, date, media, and size of each work. For video, please include working links; each sample should be no more than 5 minutes in length.

• Artist Statement

• PDF Portfolio with 20 examples of student work (10 mb limit); identify the title, date, media, size, and course level for each example.

If selected for an interview, the Department will ask the applicant for the following additional materials:

• Statement of teaching philosophy 

• 2 sample syllabi

Closing Date: 

Position will remain open until filled, with review to begin on January 31, 2025

For questions regarding this position, please contact artdept@boisestate.edu

Salary and Benefits:

Salary of $60,000 (9 month contract) 

Our standard faculty contract is a 9-month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here. 

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

• Dual Career Assistance Support for spouses and partners.

• See our full benefits page for more information