Part-Time Faculty: APH 267: Intro to Analog Photography & Darkroom (Fall 2026)

Part-Time Instructor to teach APH 267 Introduction to Analog Photography and Darkroom, a 3 credit hour course, during the Fall semester, 2026. Four sections are open.

About the Role

In-depth study of analog photographic techniques, including analogue black and white film processing and printing. An understanding of the foundations of the history of art photography and the ability to present and discuss these topics with students is required.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action.

To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit www.syr.edu and www.vpa.syr.edu.

Responsibilities

• Teach a studio course four hours every week during the semester, working from an existing syllabus with amendments and modifications by the instructor.
• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.
• Prepare lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meet all designated class periods. If unable to meet a class due to illness or emergency, exercise best effort to reschedule or obtain a substitute, and notify the department chair of the absence and plan to cover the class.
• Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Requirements

• BFA degree with significant knowledge and study of photography, including studio photography and darkroom.
• College-level teaching experience and/or current program graduate student preferred.
• Practicing artist with an understanding of the contemporary practice of art photography.
• Thorough knowledge of analogue photographic practice and printing, including photo chemistry.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University includes a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs across 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; and more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries.

For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.

About The Syracuse Area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State, approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions, from water skiing and snow skiing to hiking in the Adirondacks, touring historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.