POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Art + Design at Bob Jones University is seeking a full-time studio art faculty member who is passionate about helping students grow as makers, thinkers, and Christ-centered creatives. The ideal candidate brings excellence in studio and/or design practice, strong pedagogical skills, and the ability to integrate a biblical worldview naturally into teaching and mentorship. This role engages deeply in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where we prepare students to create with purpose, serve with humility, and pursue their higher calling with skill and conviction. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Teach 4–5 undergraduate courses per semester in assigned studio or design areas. • Deliver instruction that reflects strong competency in relevant art media, design principles, and creative processes. • Develop and maintain high-quality course syllabi, assignments, demonstrations, and assessments aligned with program goals. • Provide thoughtful critique, timely feedback, and academic advising that helps students grow both technically and spiritually. • Hold regular office hours and mentor students in academic planning, creative development, and vocational purpose. • Participate actively in divisional committees, initiatives, meetings, and collaborative projects. • Contribute to curriculum development, learning outcome assessment, and program improvement. • Assist the Division Chair or Dean with additional duties as assigned, including but not limited to: • Program coordination • Student advising • Recommendations for scheduling, curriculum, and divisional planning • Accreditation-related projects or documentation • Competition and portfolio judging • Support recruitment, retention, community-building, and divisional events. • Attend Chapel regularly. • Maintain ongoing professional development and creative scholarship. • Model Christ-like character and actively support the spiritual mission of the University. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Artistic & Technical Expertise: Proficiency in studio and/or design media with a solid grasp of color theory, composition, visual communication, and contemporary creative practices. Preferably this includes an understanding and use of digital technologies for creative purposes such as drawing and painting. • Effective Teaching & Classroom Management: Ability to deliver clear instruction, guide critique effectively, maintain a positive learning environment, and support student growth through timely, constructive feedback while assessing student work with fairness and rigor. • Biblical Worldview Integration & Christian Character: Ability to thoughtfully integrate biblical principles throughout course content while modeling Christ-like character, creativity, and professionalism. • Communication & Professionalism: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, strong organizational habits, and commitment to ongoing professional and creative growth. An applicant must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https://www.bju.edu/about/creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https://www.bju.edu/about/positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible believing church which holds orthodox theology. Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview. #LI-Onsite