Assistant Professor of Studio Art/Graphic Design

About Holy Family University

Holy Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth founded in 1954. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia that is vibrant and just minutes from the excitement of Center City. The Newtown campus is located in Bucks County surrounded by nature and a step away from parks, farmers’ markets and great dining.

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University Benefits

Holy Family University takes pride in offering a range of meaningful and flexible benefits designed to promote the health and wellness of our employees and their dependents. Our comprehensive benefits and resources focus on physical, mental and financial wellness to include medical, prescription, dental and vision. We did not stop there; we also offer our employees the following fringe benefits and more.

Position Summary

The School of Arts and Sciences at Holy Family University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Studio Art/Graphic Design to begin August 2026.

Position Description

We seek a faculty member with expertise in Studio Art and/or Graphic Design who can contribute broadly to our undergraduate Art curriculum. While the successful candidate may have a primary focus in Graphic Design, the ability to support studio art courses is essential. In this role, the faculty member would also be encouraged to create interdisciplinary opportunities for students to engage in high impact practice courses. In addition to teaching responsibilities, this position includes service as the Art Program Coordinator, providing leadership and administrative support for the Art program and the university art gallery.

All employees must understand and support the mission of Catholic higher education and demonstrate a commitment to the core values, mission, goals, and objectives of Holy Family University.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, active engagement with students, and ongoing participation in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Responsibilities

Teaching and Faculty Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching core and advanced courses within the Art program


• Maintaining academic excellence and inclusive, engaging learning environments


• Advising Art majors


• Participating in university, school, and departmental committees and service initiatives

Art Program Coordinator Responsibilities

The Program Coordinator provides leadership and operational support for the Art program, including:

• Maintaining studio spaces, equipment, and overall cleanliness


• Ordering and managing art supplies and materials each semester


• Coordinating course schedules and staffing each semester


• Hiring and observing adjunct faculty


• Ordering textbooks for all Art courses


• Conducting annual program assessment


• Advising Art majors and supporting prospective student recruitment


• Attending Open House events and providing individual student tours


• Managing the art gallery website


• Employing and supervising work-study students


• Supporting the operation and programming of the campus art gallery

Education & Experience Requirements

• MFA, Ph.D., or other terminal degree in Art, Graphic Design, or a closely related field (ABD considered if degree is completed by the start date)


• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence


• Interest in interdisciplinary education and collaboration


• Ability to support both studio art and graphic design coursework

Non-Discrimination Statement

Holy Family University seeks to foster a welcoming and a healthy educational and work environment based on respect, the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University is dedicated to ensuring an environment free of discrimination or harassment of any kind, and promotes equal opportunity in its employment and education.

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We invite qualified applicants to view our open positions and apply directly at our career center by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, list of courses taught, complete graduate transcripts. Three letters of recommendation must be sent from the senders to the hiring manager at careers@holyfamly.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications must be received by March 1, 2026 for full consideration.