Extended Term Appointment, Lecturer in Painting and Drawing, Department of Studio Arts

JOB TITLE: Extended Term Appointment, Lecturer in Painting and Drawing, Department of Studio Arts
POSITION CODE: 26-ETA-STUDIO-O
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 22, 2026

Situated on the traditional and unceded territory of the Kanien’kehá:ka people, Concordia University is North America’s top young university, celebrated for advancing transformative learning, convergent thinking and public impact.

Position Description

The Department of Studio Arts in the Faculty of Fine Arts at Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, invites applications for an Extended Term Appointment (ETA) in Painting and Drawing at the rank of Lecturer.

A distinguished area within the Faculty of Fine Arts, the Painting and Drawing program is the largest area in the Department of Studio Arts. The program is a leader in promoting contemporary art practices based on an expanded concept of the discipline, incorporating performative, object-oriented, time- and medium-specific approaches.

We are seeking applicants with a core specialization in painting and drawing, an established record of exhibitions, and interdisciplinary and/or collaborative projects. The ideal candidate will be an artist and committed pedagogue who can re-frame the physical/psychological/virtual spaces of contemporary painting and drawing practices with inclusive principles and practices. Since this position will play a strategic role in the development and creation of new curriculum, preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate evidence of potential to meet the collaborative leadership goals of the program and the department.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach painting and drawing courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Other responsibilities will include active involvement in committee and administrative work, advising and participating in reviews at the graduate level, as well as supervising graduate students. The incumbent will be required to work closely with colleagues to support regular program activities and further advance the Painting and Drawing program as well as the Department of Studio Arts. Over time, program stewardship will be expected.

Faculty members holding ETA positions at Concordia are full-time faculty members whose primary duties include teaching and service, with no research obligations. The appointment affords the possibility of promotion and permanent status.

Qualifications and Assets

Candidates for this position must have an MFA degree or equivalent, a strong exhibition record, and a minimum of two years of university teaching experience relevant to the position. A solid background in art theory and criticism including a contemporary understanding of extended and discipline-based approaches to painting and drawing practices are essential. Other required qualifications include evidence of experience working directly with graduate students, proven administrative experience, experience with course development, and a clear commitment to collegial governance and service. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to program operations is also required.

Candidates are encouraged to share any career interruptions or personal circumstances that may have had an impact on their career goals in their letter of application. These will be carefully considered in the assessment process. The Department values diversity among its faculty and strongly encourages applications from those who will contribute to that profile. Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic functions of the university, proficiency in English is required. Working knowledge of French, including reading and grading student work in French, is an asset.

Education at Concordia University is delivered largely in person; unless otherwise specified, candidates must be able to fulfil their teaching and service duties in person on campus. Where public health or other circumstances require it, candidates may be directed to provide instruction remotely.

How to Apply

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applicants must include one of the following statements:

– Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada; OR
– No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada]

Applications should be addressed to the Studio Arts Department Hiring Committee and submitted electronically to jobs.studioarts@concordia.ca on or before May 22, 2026. Submissions should consist of a single PDF file and include the following items in the order specified below:

 A cover letter clearly identifying the job title and position code (26-ETA-STUDIO-O)
 A comprehensive curriculum vitae
 A teaching statement that includes the applicant’s teaching philosophy and interests as well as approaches to mentorship
 Evidence of teaching effectiveness (including course syllabi, sample assignments for introductory/advanced projects, and teaching evaluations excluding any student comments)
 Documentation of student artwork (20 images and image information)
 The names and contact information of three professional referees
 Declaration: “Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada” or “No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada”

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The appointment is expected to commence on August 1, 2026. All inquiries regarding this position should be addressed to Surabhi Ghosh, Chair, Department of Studio Arts at chair.studioarts@concordia.ca.

Concordia University is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community, and recognizes the importance of inclusion in achieving excellence in teaching and research. As part of this commitment to providing our students with the dynamic, innovative, and inclusive educational environment of a Next‐Generation University, we require all applicants to articulate in their cover letter how their background, as well as lived and professional experiences and expertise have prepared them to teach in ways that are relevant for a diverse, multicultural contemporary Canadian society.

Possible examples to demonstrate a diverse experience may include, but are not limited to:
 teaching about underrepresented populations;
 mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds;
 committee work;
 offering or organizing educational programming;
 participation in training and workshops.

All applicants will receive an email invitation to complete a short equity survey. Participation in the survey is voluntary and no identifying information about candidates will be shared with hiring committees. Candidates who wish to self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group to the hiring committee may do so in their cover letter or by writing directly to the contact person indicated in this posting.

Adaptive Measures

Applicants who anticipate requiring adaptive measures throughout any stage of the recruitment process may contact, in confidence, Dr. Mark Villacorta, Senior Equity Advisor: equity@concordia.ca or by phone at 514-848-2424 extension 4875.

Information about the Department

With more than 100 full-time and part-time professors who are some of Canada’s most celebrated artists, the Department of Studio Arts occupies a significant place within the faculty’s long-term plan to support both medium-specific training and multi-disciplinary experimentation. Our internationally renowned MFA program has been active for over three decades, helping graduate students to prepare advanced projects and transition into the next phase of their careers. Attracting one of the most talented cohorts in the nation, undergraduate programs are offered in Studio Art, Fibres and Material Practices, Painting and Drawing, Photography, Print Media, Sculpture, Ceramics, and Intermedia (Video, Performance and Electronic Arts).

Information about the Faculty of Fine Arts

With over 4,000 students, faculty, and staff, the Faculty of Fine Arts is among the five largest art and design schools in North America. Nestled in the heart of a pulsing city, embraced by a dynamic research university, the Faculty of Fine Arts benefits from extraordinary access to brilliant practitioners, thriving venues, cross-cultural perspectives, and an extensive network of outstanding facilities for research and production.

Taking advantage of our place within the rich fabric of a research university and our long history as one of the premiere sites in Canada for the study and creation of the arts and arts-based scholarship, the Faculty of Fine Arts is currently engaged in a transformative moment in which pedagogical, conceptual, theoretical, and material practices find resonance with a significant diversity of approaches. In our university community we value equally those practices that embrace aesthetic activism, live performance, historical scholarship, technical experimentation, skills-based production, community fieldwork and education, and therapeutic practices as well as traditional and digital fabrication. In addition to curricular advances, the formation of significant research centres and external partnerships in the Faculty of Fine Arts continue to enrich opportunities for faculty and students alike. For more information, please visit the Faculty of Fine Arts website.

Information about Concordia

“Concordia is a young, forward-looking university. It’s a unique place where experimentation, innovation and creativity are truly valued. Our community of students, faculty, staff and alumni all contribute to our momentum as Canada’s next-gen university.” — Concordia President Graham Carr.

Building on the skills of our faculty and the strengths of Indigenous, local, and global partnerships, we set our sights further and more broadly than others and align the quality of learning opportunities to larger trends and substantial challenges facing society.

Profoundly global, Concordia is recognized for attracting some of the most talented faculty and students from around the world. We are driven by ambition, innovation and a commitment to reconciliation, research and community engagement.

Information about Montreal

Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is exceptional; safe, vibrant and diverse, with new things to discover around every corner. With a population of 1.7 million, it houses four major universities, several clinical research centres, and has been named the best student city in the world.

Historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations, the city is now home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples, and its residents enjoy the benefits of a thriving multicultural scene. While supporting a significant anglophone population, it is one of the largest French-speaking cities in the world.

Montreal is famed for its innovative culinary scene and festivals. It was also the first metropolis to be designated a UNESCO City of Design by the Global Alliance for Cultural Diversity. The city is recognized globally as an important centre for commerce, aerospace, transport, finance, pharmaceuticals, technology, design, gaming and film.

Employment Equity

Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and persons with disabilities; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.

Immigration Status

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applicants must include one of the following statements:

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada
or
No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada