Adjunct Professor, Color and 2D Design

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,

Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.

Title                             

Adjunct Professor, Color and 2D Design

Direct Supervisor       

School of Design + Art Director

Status                          

Part Time, Exempt                                                 

Division

Academic Affairs                                                   

No. Direct Reports

0                                   

Target Weekly Hours

10

Location                      

Main Campus

Benefits Eligibility      

No

JOB SUMMARY

The School of Design + Art in the College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology (BILT) at Marymount University invites applications from persons qualified to teach undergraduate Art studio courses.  Color and 2D Design is a foundation course for all students in the School of Design and Art. Applicants will be expected to follow the syllabus and set curriculum for the course already prepared and delivered through Canvas. 

Faculty are expected to teach high quality courses in online and face-to-face settings. The School of Design + Art within the College of BILT is located at Marymount University’s Main Campus in the city of Arlington, Virginia. Our college is committed to preparing students for the industries in our community from startups to large established companies.

Marymount University welcomes and values all members of our community. Guided by the mission of our founders, the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM), to achieve unity through diversity, Marymount honors our diversity as a source of strength. Our differences inspire intellectual curiosity and collectively allow us to tackle the challenges of the world. We seek to foster an inclusive community in which each person’s race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, ability, class, national origin, and immigration status are fully respected and celebrated. According to the vision of the RSHM that “ALL may have life, and have it to the FULL,” we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect, cooperation, and civility where all community members are S.A.I.N.T.S—Safe, Accepted, Included, Needed, Treasured, and Seen.

Please submit a letter of interest; a current C.V.; and a portfolio of no more than 20 images (10 professional, 10 student work) in PDF format, or a link to a digital portfolio of professional and student work.  Professional Websites are accepted as well.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach designated courses, face-to-face and/or online (synchronous and asynchronous), including keeping teaching materials current, interacting with students in discussions and hands-on activities, the continuous grading of assignments, and monitoring student performance through the courses.

• Maintain appropriate office hours and support students in their educational journey and in their career progression.

• Work with the School of Design + Art Director to identify new subjects in the field and identify yourself or other guest speakers and potential adjuncts to deliver this material.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Master of Arts degree is required with a minimum of 18 graduate credits directly related to the teaching field.

• Five years of professional experience in the field is preferred.

• Experience teaching in higher education or with adult learners is preferred.

Licenses or Certifications     

None

Financial Responsibility                    

None

Supervision                           

None

Special Working Conditions             

None

Marymount provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Adjuncts receiveremunerationon a semesterbasis, pay is $1,200/credit hour.

They may make their own contribution to a 403b retirement plan. 

Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission.  The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission.  For more information, please visit:  https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/

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