Assistant Professor - Photography
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Department of Art and Design at Queensborough Community College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Photography. We seek an active artist and educator with strong, current expertise in both digital and darkroom-based photography and a creative practice centered in photography or lens-based media. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced darkroom and digital photography, digital imaging, and other courses across the Art and Design curriculum appropriate to their expertise and departmental needs. They should bring an understanding of the distinctive technical, material, and conceptual qualities of photography, the ways analog and digital processes can inform one another, and the ways photography can connect meaningfully with other artistic media, disciplines, and forms of inquiry.
The successful candidate will contribute collaboratively to the renewal and continued development of the photography curriculum, while also building connections across the broader Art and Design program. This work includes helping to shape flexible, contemporary instructional environments that support digital practice while maintaining meaningful access to darkroom-based processes and adapting to evolving curricular and artistic practices. Responsibilities also include rigorous, inclusive, and accessible teaching responsive to contemporary undergraduate students with varied levels of preparation; advising and mentoring students; contributing to curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, and committee service; and maintaining an active creative and/or scholarly practice appropriate to tenure and promotion.
Evening/weekend schedule may be required. Employment will begin in January 2027.
CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States.
QUALIFICATIONS
MFA or equivalent terminal degree in photography, studio art, design, or a closely related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in digital and darkroom-based photography, color management, image editing, printing, and contemporary photographic practice, with an understanding of how analog and digital processes can inform one another.
A sustained creative practice and record of exhibition, publication, presentation, or other public-facing work centered in photography or lens-based media.
Experience developing or revising curriculum and contributing collaboratively to the evolution of shared instructional spaces and resources in response to changing curricular needs and forms of artistic practice.
An interdisciplinary creative practice or teaching record that meaningfully connects photography with other artistic media, disciplines, or forms of inquiry, with demonstrated experience or capacity to contribute to teaching across a broader art and design curriculum.
Evidence of at least five years of inclusive, accessible, and equitable pedagogy.
Experience with student mentoring, program assessment, collaborative service, and the administrative work of an academic department.
COMPENSATION
Salary range - $89,777 - $98,231 (In accordance with the applicable PSC-CUNY contractual salary schedule effective September 1, 2026)
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a Cover letter, including an artist’s statement, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, CV/resume, and link to artist portfolio.
CLOSING DATE
September 1, 2026.
Review of resumes to begin immediately.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32624
Location: Queensborough CC
Job Type: Full-Time
