Assistant Professors (2 positions) in Arts in Health
Job No: 534868
Work Type: Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Medicine/Physicians
Department: 13010400 - COTA-CENTER FOR AIM
Job Description
Classification Title:
Assistant Professor(s) in Arts in Health
Job Description:
Center for Arts in Medicine Position Vacancies Announcement Two (2) Assistant Professor positions Position: Full-time, 9 month, tenure accruing faculty positions Date of Expected Hire: August 16, 2025
Salary: $90,000 annual salary with a comprehensive and highly competitive leave and benefits package
The Center for Arts in Medicine in the College of the Arts seeks two (2) Assistant Professors to recruit, teach, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, maintain an active national and international externally funded research and creative activity profile, and participate in shared governance and service to the Center, College, University and the Arts in Health field. The successful candidate will conduct research in one of the following areas:
• Arts in health (administration, arts practitioner, researcher, educator, etc.) • Arts in public health • Medical and health humanities • Arts, health, and AI • Or related fields (tell us what you bring to Arts in Health)
The University of Florida College of the Arts intends to be a transformative community, responding to and generating paradigmatic shifts in the arts and beyond. As artists and scholars, we embrace the complexity of our evolving human experience and seek to empower our students and faculty to shape that experience fearlessly through critical study, creative practice, and provocation. We seek a colleague who identifies as a change-maker. We seek a colleague who will prepare students to access and unsettle centers of power of any ideology in a radically changing world. We seek a colleague who will position emerging artists and researchers as catalysts for justice on local and global levels.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty, staff and student body.
This position is covered by the United Faculty of Florida Contract. You can view this employment union contract here https://admin.hr.ufl.edu/compliance/employee-relations-and-ethics/union-negotiations/united-faculty-of-florida-contract/.
Responsibilities: Teaching Recruit, teach, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in arts in health. Examples of undergraduate courses to be taught include Introduction to Arts in Medicine in a Global Context, Music and Health, Dance in Medicine, Visual Arts in Medicine, Arts in Medicine Practicum, and Music in Medicine Capstone. Examples of graduate courses to be taught include Research and Evaluation in Arts in Medicine, Arts in Medicine Advanced Professional Seminar, and Arts in Medicine Capstone Proposal. Active engagement or possible leadership in CAM's comprehensive two and a half day Research Primer in collaboration with University College London.
Research and Creative Activity Maintain an active national and international research and creative activity profile in areas of specialization, consistent with UF and unit guidelines for progress toward tenure and promotion. Maintain and manage a sponsored research portfolio. Actively participate in our learning community, finding innovative ways to collaborate with faculty and peers in Arts in Health. Active engagement or possible leadership in CAM's Interdisciplinary Research Lab.
Service Participate in shared governance through service to the Center, College, University and the field, including taking on leadership roles and volunteering for service opportunities that benefit the community and the profession.
Tenure assignment will be housed in one of the three schools in the College of the Arts (School of Theatre + Dance, School of Music, School of Art + Art History); however, this position is expected to perform their duties in and for the Center for Arts in Medicine on the UF main campus in Gainesville, Florida.
CENTER FOR ARTS IN MEDICINE: Housed in the College of the Arts, the Center for Arts in Medicine (CAM) is committed to advancing research, education, and practice in the arts in health, locally and globally. The Center facilitates research, education, and training in the use of the arts to enhance health in healthcare and public health contexts. The Center provides a framework for interdisciplinary collaboration among University of Florida faculty and students, healthcare providers, clinical artists, and our local and global communities. The Center develops and effects interdisciplinary research studies through its two research labs, and educational curricula on all levels. The Center serves as a national model for the arts in health research, education, and training. The Center provides certificate and degree programs, including MA and graduate certificates in Arts in Medicine and Arts in Public Health, and undergraduate certificates across disciplines. For more information, visit http://www.arts.ufl.edu/cam.
THE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS: The mission of the College of the Arts is to be a transformative community, responding to and generating paradigmatic shifts in the arts and beyond. We achieve the university's mission by training professionals and educating students as artists and scholars, while developing their capacities for critical study, creative practice, and provocation. The College offers baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees. Approximately 1,700 students are pursuing majors in degrees offered by the College of the Arts under the direction of 135 faculty members in its three accredited schools— the School of Art + Art History, the School of Music, and the School of Theatre + Dance, and in the Center for Arts in Medicine, the Digital Worlds Institute, and the Center for Arts, Migration, and Entrepreneurship. In addition, the college comprises the University Galleries, and the University level of the New World School of the Arts in Miami.
The University of Florida: The University of Florida is a comprehensive learning institution built on a land grant foundation, ranked one of the top five best public universities in the nation in U.S. News & World Report. We are The Gator Nation, a diverse community dedicated to excellence in education and research and shaping a better future for Florida, the nation and the world. Our mission is to enable our students to lead and influence the next generation and beyond for economic, cultural and societal benefit. UF is a graduate research institution with more than 50,000 students and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities. Gainesville, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation's most livable cities, is located midway between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Together, the University and the community comprise the educational, medical and cultural center of North Central Florida, with outstanding resources such as the University of Florida Performing Arts (Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the Squitieri Studio Theatre, the Baughman Center, University Auditorium), the Harn Museum of Art, the Florida Museum of Natural History and in the community, the Hippodrome State Theatre and Dance Alive National Ballet.
In addition to salary, the University of Florida (UF) offers low cost https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/health_insurance_plans plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family's needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.
UF provides a variety of leave programs including sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and family medical leave. Nine-month faculty accrue approximately 13 sick days annually. UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life's challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.
Build a retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
UF Employees are also eligible for the https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/gatorperks/, which provides big savings at various business and retailers!
Explore UF's plethora of benefit options here: https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/my-benefits/explore/eligibility/faculty/non-clinical/
Expected Salary:
$90,000 annual salary with a comprehensive and highly competitive leave and benefits package
Minimum Requirements:
The successful candidate must meet all of the following:
• Terminal degree (or ABD)
• Potential for achievement in research at a national or international level, in alignment with the tenure and promotion criteria of UF and the unit in which tenure will be evaluated.
• Record of success in securing or documented history of application for external funding. Evidence of skill in writing grant proposals.
• Three (3) years of post-secondary teaching and student mentorship experience
• Evidence of skill in designing and facilitating academic work that advances curiosity, inclusion, open intellectual discourse, and the well-being of all in an environment of complex diversities.
Preferred Qualifications:
The successful candidate will meet some of the following:
• Doctoral degree • Five (5) years of teaching and mentorship experience beyond graduate assistantship at the university/college level • Record of achievement in research at a national or international level, in alignment with the tenure and promotion criteria of UF and the unit in which tenure will be evaluated. • Demonstrated track record of securing and managing funding • Proven record of effective engagement in student recruitment and outreach • Evidence of a commitment to innovative and cross-disciplinary curricula
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an applicant pool is established. To ensure full consideration, all application documents must be submitted by March 14, 2025. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
Application Process: Applications must be submitted via the University of Florida's online application system. Online applications must include the following: (1) a detailed letter of application that explains how you match the particular qualifications of this position and how your work and perspective will contribute to and enhance our transformative community; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) A PDF portfolio (or links thereto) of creative work, arts in health practice (samples/examples of healthcare or community practice, health communication work, etc.), research products, or administrative and/or scholarly work. For practitioners, please submit 3-5 examples of creative work; for researchers, please submit 3 writing samples. Note that the UF application system only allows for one 5 MB maximum file size PDF document. (4) names and contact information of three professional references. The UF system will give you the option to upload letters of reference. We are not requiring letters of reference with initial application materials. Please ignore that option. The Search Committee may request additional materials at a later time.
Inquiries may be sent to: Colleen Rua Chair, Arts in Health Assistant Professors Search Email: mailto:c.rua@ufl.edu
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call +1 (352) 392- 2477or the Florida Relay System at +1 (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
This requisition will be used to fill multiple positions.
Health Assessment Required: No
Applications Close: Open until filled
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6025711
The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
Full Time
Assistant Professors (2 positions) in Arts in Health
Job No: 534868
Work Type: Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Medicine/Physicians
Department: 13010400 - COTA-CENTER FOR AIM
Job Description
Classification Title:
Assistant Professor(s) in Arts in Health
Job Description:
Center for Arts in Medicine Position Vacancies Announcement Two (2) Assistant Professor positions Position: Full-time, 9 month, tenure accruing faculty positions Date of Expected Hire: August 16, 2025
Salary: $90,000 annual salary with a comprehensive and highly competitive leave and benefits package
The Center for Arts in Medicine in the College of the Arts seeks two (2) Assistant Professors to recruit, teach, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, maintain an active national and international externally funded research and creative activity profile, and participate in shared governance and service to the Center, College, University and the Arts in Health field. The successful candidate will conduct research in one of the following areas:
• Arts in health (administration, arts practitioner, researcher, educator, etc.) • Arts in public health • Medical and health humanities • Arts, health, and AI • Or related fields (tell us what you bring to Arts in Health)
The University of Florida College of the Arts intends to be a transformative community, responding to and generating paradigmatic shifts in the arts and beyond. As artists and scholars, we embrace the complexity of our evolving human experience and seek to empower our students and faculty to shape that experience fearlessly through critical study, creative practice, and provocation. We seek a colleague who identifies as a change-maker. We seek a colleague who will prepare students to access and unsettle centers of power of any ideology in a radically changing world. We seek a colleague who will position emerging artists and researchers as catalysts for justice on local and global levels.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty, staff and student body.
This position is covered by the United Faculty of Florida Contract. You can view this employment union contract here https://admin.hr.ufl.edu/compliance/employee-relations-and-ethics/union-negotiations/united-faculty-of-florida-contract/.
Responsibilities: Teaching Recruit, teach, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in arts in health. Examples of undergraduate courses to be taught include Introduction to Arts in Medicine in a Global Context, Music and Health, Dance in Medicine, Visual Arts in Medicine, Arts in Medicine Practicum, and Music in Medicine Capstone. Examples of graduate courses to be taught include Research and Evaluation in Arts in Medicine, Arts in Medicine Advanced Professional Seminar, and Arts in Medicine Capstone Proposal. Active engagement or possible leadership in CAM's comprehensive two and a half day Research Primer in collaboration with University College London.
Research and Creative Activity Maintain an active national and international research and creative activity profile in areas of specialization, consistent with UF and unit guidelines for progress toward tenure and promotion. Maintain and manage a sponsored research portfolio. Actively participate in our learning community, finding innovative ways to collaborate with faculty and peers in Arts in Health. Active engagement or possible leadership in CAM's Interdisciplinary Research Lab.
Service Participate in shared governance through service to the Center, College, University and the field, including taking on leadership roles and volunteering for service opportunities that benefit the community and the profession.
Tenure assignment will be housed in one of the three schools in the College of the Arts (School of Theatre + Dance, School of Music, School of Art + Art History); however, this position is expected to perform their duties in and for the Center for Arts in Medicine on the UF main campus in Gainesville, Florida.
CENTER FOR ARTS IN MEDICINE: Housed in the College of the Arts, the Center for Arts in Medicine (CAM) is committed to advancing research, education, and practice in the arts in health, locally and globally. The Center facilitates research, education, and training in the use of the arts to enhance health in healthcare and public health contexts. The Center provides a framework for interdisciplinary collaboration among University of Florida faculty and students, healthcare providers, clinical artists, and our local and global communities. The Center develops and effects interdisciplinary research studies through its two research labs, and educational curricula on all levels. The Center serves as a national model for the arts in health research, education, and training. The Center provides certificate and degree programs, including MA and graduate certificates in Arts in Medicine and Arts in Public Health, and undergraduate certificates across disciplines. For more information, visit http://www.arts.ufl.edu/cam.
THE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS: The mission of the College of the Arts is to be a transformative community, responding to and generating paradigmatic shifts in the arts and beyond. We achieve the university's mission by training professionals and educating students as artists and scholars, while developing their capacities for critical study, creative practice, and provocation. The College offers baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees. Approximately 1,700 students are pursuing majors in degrees offered by the College of the Arts under the direction of 135 faculty members in its three accredited schools— the School of Art + Art History, the School of Music, and the School of Theatre + Dance, and in the Center for Arts in Medicine, the Digital Worlds Institute, and the Center for Arts, Migration, and Entrepreneurship. In addition, the college comprises the University Galleries, and the University level of the New World School of the Arts in Miami.
The University of Florida: The University of Florida is a comprehensive learning institution built on a land grant foundation, ranked one of the top five best public universities in the nation in U.S. News & World Report. We are The Gator Nation, a diverse community dedicated to excellence in education and research and shaping a better future for Florida, the nation and the world. Our mission is to enable our students to lead and influence the next generation and beyond for economic, cultural and societal benefit. UF is a graduate research institution with more than 50,000 students and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities. Gainesville, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation's most livable cities, is located midway between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Together, the University and the community comprise the educational, medical and cultural center of North Central Florida, with outstanding resources such as the University of Florida Performing Arts (Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the Squitieri Studio Theatre, the Baughman Center, University Auditorium), the Harn Museum of Art, the Florida Museum of Natural History and in the community, the Hippodrome State Theatre and Dance Alive National Ballet.
In addition to salary, the University of Florida (UF) offers low cost https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/health_insurance_plans plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family's needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.
UF provides a variety of leave programs including sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and family medical leave. Nine-month faculty accrue approximately 13 sick days annually. UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life's challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.
Build a retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
UF Employees are also eligible for the https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/gatorperks/, which provides big savings at various business and retailers!
Explore UF's plethora of benefit options here: https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/my-benefits/explore/eligibility/faculty/non-clinical/
Expected Salary:
$90,000 annual salary with a comprehensive and highly competitive leave and benefits package
Minimum Requirements:
The successful candidate must meet all of the following:
• Terminal degree (or ABD)
• Potential for achievement in research at a national or international level, in alignment with the tenure and promotion criteria of UF and the unit in which tenure will be evaluated.
• Record of success in securing or documented history of application for external funding. Evidence of skill in writing grant proposals.
• Three (3) years of post-secondary teaching and student mentorship experience
• Evidence of skill in designing and facilitating academic work that advances curiosity, inclusion, open intellectual discourse, and the well-being of all in an environment of complex diversities.
Preferred Qualifications:
The successful candidate will meet some of the following:
• Doctoral degree • Five (5) years of teaching and mentorship experience beyond graduate assistantship at the university/college level • Record of achievement in research at a national or international level, in alignment with the tenure and promotion criteria of UF and the unit in which tenure will be evaluated. • Demonstrated track record of securing and managing funding • Proven record of effective engagement in student recruitment and outreach • Evidence of a commitment to innovative and cross-disciplinary curricula
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an applicant pool is established. To ensure full consideration, all application documents must be submitted by March 14, 2025. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
Application Process: Applications must be submitted via the University of Florida's online application system. Online applications must include the following: (1) a detailed letter of application that explains how you match the particular qualifications of this position and how your work and perspective will contribute to and enhance our transformative community; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) A PDF portfolio (or links thereto) of creative work, arts in health practice (samples/examples of healthcare or community practice, health communication work, etc.), research products, or administrative and/or scholarly work. For practitioners, please submit 3-5 examples of creative work; for researchers, please submit 3 writing samples. Note that the UF application system only allows for one 5 MB maximum file size PDF document. (4) names and contact information of three professional references. The UF system will give you the option to upload letters of reference. We are not requiring letters of reference with initial application materials. Please ignore that option. The Search Committee may request additional materials at a later time.
Inquiries may be sent to: Colleen Rua Chair, Arts in Health Assistant Professors Search Email: mailto:c.rua@ufl.edu
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call +1 (352) 392- 2477or the Florida Relay System at +1 (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
This requisition will be used to fill multiple positions.
Health Assessment Required: No
Applications Close: Open until filled
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6025711
The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Animation The Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Animation with expertise in emerging technologies such as AR/VR, immersive media, or AI. Candidates will preferably have a professional background with work in 3D modeling and/or 3D animation. Candidates should have an active practice, working to integrate with critical perspectives on art and design. This might include working in emerging practices, connecting to online worldbuilding, interface design, video production, game design, networked communities, emerging information ecologies, creative AI, or experiences including augmented, virtual, and mixed reality (AR/VR/MR). In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will develop curriculum in immersive media, help in the success of the Interactive Media Lab (IML), and continue to develop their own personal practice. Responsibilities
• Teach 3 courses per semester, 6 courses per year (3/3), including core studios and seminars, as well as studio electives within an area(s) of expertise.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain and evolve learning outcomes, teaching practices, and pedagogical approaches.
• Co-create cross-disciplinary opportunities for students across the curriculum, taking advantage of qualities distinctive to CIA, including the Integrated Media Lab (IML) and the Engaged Practice program, in alignment with colleague and student interests.
• Help shape the student experience. Mentor, advise, and advocate for students, in both academic and professional contexts through fostering engagement and building community.
• Actively engage in creative research and/or practice that advances the field.
• Participate in service activities within the division, institution, and broader communities, contributing to CIA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Required Qualifications
• MFA or terminal degree in a closely related field; or a BFA and substantial professional experience in the field.
• Evidence of professional work that demonstrates a fluidity between traditional and emerging technologies.
• A record of successful teaching and mentorship experience, with a demonstrated commitment to increasing equity, inclusion, and sustainability in art and design.
• Ability to engage with diverse communities and foster an inclusive learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications Evidence of any of the following:
• Fluency with current and emerging digital tools and expertise in areas such as: computational design, creative coding, digital experience design, generative AI, motion design and other time-based media, 3D modeling, AR/VR.
• Experience teaching and/or mentoring in 3D (Maya, Zbrush, Unity or Unreal)
• Experimental approaches to form-making, collaboration, and research that builds more inclusive community, advances non-traditional histories, and challenges the status quo.
• Evidence of teaching experience in critical media studies or visual culture.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized or underrepresented in art and higher education settings and who will actively contribute to the breadth and diversity of our community. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits commensurate with rank and experience. Application Requirements
Applications received by January 20, 2025 will be given full consideration. Applicants will be asked to submit:
• CV
• Letter of Interest – Applicants should outline their qualifications and interest in contributing teaching and service as a part of CIA’s creative community of artists, designers, writers, and scholars
• Teaching Philosophy & Diversity Statement – Applicants should comment on their ability to contribute meaningfully to our ongoing commitment to issues of diversity, equity, and individual differences and describe how they integrate a diverse range of practices and perspectives into their teaching Portfolio of Work (a link to an online portfolio and/or a PDF of 10-20 samples of creative work and 10-15 samples of student work. File size is limited to 5MB)
• Contact information for three references. Initial interviews will take place by video conference. Finalists will be interviewed through campus visits. Reference checks will only be conducted for finalists. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States on or before July 1, 2025. Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, CIA complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity or national origin. About CIA The Cleveland Institute of Art is one of the nation's leading accredited independent colleges of art and design. Since 1882, the college has been an educational cornerstone in Cleveland, Ohio, producing graduates competitive as studio artists, designers, photographers, contemporary craftspeople, and educators. With approximately 600 students, CIA offers a personal educational experience with the benefits of a larger institution. Students choose from 13 majors and live and work in Cleveland’s University Circle, one of the country’s most unique cultural centers – recently named by USA Today as the “Best Arts District” in the country. CIA recently launched the Jane B. Nord Center for Teaching and Learning, a testament to the institution’s investment in academic excellence. A key initiative of the Nord Center is to support our faculty in their endeavors of high-impact, equitable, and innovative teaching. Opening in Jan 2025, CIA’s Interactive Media Lab will bring new opportunities to create a groundbreaking animation in an extended reality (XR) studio, develop the next big video game and testing it in an in-house arcade, use augmented reality (AR) to create prototypes of innovative new products, or employ virtual reality (VR) to build or customize vehicle designs in a 3D environment. The mission of CIA is to cultivate creative leaders who inspire people, strengthen communities, and contribute to a thriving and sustainable economy through an innovative education in art and design. Visit our website at: http://www.cia.edu/
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/5833001
Full Time
Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Animation The Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Animation with expertise in emerging technologies such as AR/VR, immersive media, or AI. Candidates will preferably have a professional background with work in 3D modeling and/or 3D animation. Candidates should have an active practice, working to integrate with critical perspectives on art and design. This might include working in emerging practices, connecting to online worldbuilding, interface design, video production, game design, networked communities, emerging information ecologies, creative AI, or experiences including augmented, virtual, and mixed reality (AR/VR/MR). In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will develop curriculum in immersive media, help in the success of the Interactive Media Lab (IML), and continue to develop their own personal practice. Responsibilities
• Teach 3 courses per semester, 6 courses per year (3/3), including core studios and seminars, as well as studio electives within an area(s) of expertise.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain and evolve learning outcomes, teaching practices, and pedagogical approaches.
• Co-create cross-disciplinary opportunities for students across the curriculum, taking advantage of qualities distinctive to CIA, including the Integrated Media Lab (IML) and the Engaged Practice program, in alignment with colleague and student interests.
• Help shape the student experience. Mentor, advise, and advocate for students, in both academic and professional contexts through fostering engagement and building community.
• Actively engage in creative research and/or practice that advances the field.
• Participate in service activities within the division, institution, and broader communities, contributing to CIA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Required Qualifications
• MFA or terminal degree in a closely related field; or a BFA and substantial professional experience in the field.
• Evidence of professional work that demonstrates a fluidity between traditional and emerging technologies.
• A record of successful teaching and mentorship experience, with a demonstrated commitment to increasing equity, inclusion, and sustainability in art and design.
• Ability to engage with diverse communities and foster an inclusive learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications Evidence of any of the following:
• Fluency with current and emerging digital tools and expertise in areas such as: computational design, creative coding, digital experience design, generative AI, motion design and other time-based media, 3D modeling, AR/VR.
• Experience teaching and/or mentoring in 3D (Maya, Zbrush, Unity or Unreal)
• Experimental approaches to form-making, collaboration, and research that builds more inclusive community, advances non-traditional histories, and challenges the status quo.
• Evidence of teaching experience in critical media studies or visual culture.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized or underrepresented in art and higher education settings and who will actively contribute to the breadth and diversity of our community. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits commensurate with rank and experience. Application Requirements
Applications received by January 20, 2025 will be given full consideration. Applicants will be asked to submit:
• CV
• Letter of Interest – Applicants should outline their qualifications and interest in contributing teaching and service as a part of CIA’s creative community of artists, designers, writers, and scholars
• Teaching Philosophy & Diversity Statement – Applicants should comment on their ability to contribute meaningfully to our ongoing commitment to issues of diversity, equity, and individual differences and describe how they integrate a diverse range of practices and perspectives into their teaching Portfolio of Work (a link to an online portfolio and/or a PDF of 10-20 samples of creative work and 10-15 samples of student work. File size is limited to 5MB)
• Contact information for three references. Initial interviews will take place by video conference. Finalists will be interviewed through campus visits. Reference checks will only be conducted for finalists. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States on or before July 1, 2025. Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, CIA complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity or national origin. About CIA The Cleveland Institute of Art is one of the nation's leading accredited independent colleges of art and design. Since 1882, the college has been an educational cornerstone in Cleveland, Ohio, producing graduates competitive as studio artists, designers, photographers, contemporary craftspeople, and educators. With approximately 600 students, CIA offers a personal educational experience with the benefits of a larger institution. Students choose from 13 majors and live and work in Cleveland’s University Circle, one of the country’s most unique cultural centers – recently named by USA Today as the “Best Arts District” in the country. CIA recently launched the Jane B. Nord Center for Teaching and Learning, a testament to the institution’s investment in academic excellence. A key initiative of the Nord Center is to support our faculty in their endeavors of high-impact, equitable, and innovative teaching. Opening in Jan 2025, CIA’s Interactive Media Lab will bring new opportunities to create a groundbreaking animation in an extended reality (XR) studio, develop the next big video game and testing it in an in-house arcade, use augmented reality (AR) to create prototypes of innovative new products, or employ virtual reality (VR) to build or customize vehicle designs in a 3D environment. The mission of CIA is to cultivate creative leaders who inspire people, strengthen communities, and contribute to a thriving and sustainable economy through an innovative education in art and design. Visit our website at: http://www.cia.edu/
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/5833001
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC, USA
Assistant Professor of Art and Art History - Painting and Drawing
College: College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College
Dept/School: Art & Art History - 32120
Vacancy Number: 16F-640
Position Number: 2599
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Art & Art History at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position in Painting and Drawing to begin August 2025.
The position requires primary teaching responsibilities in all aspects of Painting and Drawing and secondary teaching responsibilities in the Foundations area of the curriculum. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of teaching ability appropriate for the undergraduate level, professional accomplishments in the field, and evidence of knowledge related to contemporary advances in Painting and Drawing.
Responsibilities include teaching five to six courses per year, engaged research, and service at department, college, and university levels.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• M.F.A. in Painting or another studio discipline related to the position description at time of application • Prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Two years teaching experience at the undergraduate level beyond graduate school • Professional accomplishments in the field • Research focus in painting
Required Certifications or Licensure:
N/A
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Department of Art & Art History currently has fifteen full-time and five part-time faculty members. We offer B.A. degrees in Art History, Digital Arts and Studio Art and house the CAB Art Gallery that hosts a range of exhibitions from student to nationally recognized artists. All Art and Art History faculty are indispensable contributors to the departmental mission: The Department of Art and Art History cultivates aesthetic decision making through creative problem solving, critical and analytical thinking, and an understanding of the importance of visual arts in the human experience.
College/School Information:
The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in Spanish and English. The CHSSA also houses the Gender Studies and Research Center, an interdisciplinary and intersectional community of students, scholars, and advocates committed to social justice and equity.
In addition, the CHSSA offers a full complement of minors including interdisciplinary minors such as Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, European studies, forensic science, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, and women and gender studies. Undergraduate certificates for professional writing and publishing, as well as a number of post-baccalaureate certificates such as conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, science and medical writing, women's, gender, and sexuality studies, and Hispanic studies are a part of the college's offerings.
The CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW's University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. The CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, diversity and inclusion, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in the CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each of the CHSSA's departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.
Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. The College of Humanities, Social Science, and the Arts offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.
University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Monday, January 13, 2025, the posting closing date. To apply, please complete the online application below and attach the following materials as Adobe PDF documents including:
• Cover Letter: a 1-2 page letter of application that includes teaching philosophy • Curriculum Vitae • Three professional references • Portfolio/Work Sample: must include 20 examples of professional work and 20 examples of student work • If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under the Other category
Please note that a minimum of three references are required for all applications.
Letters of application without the requested components will not meet the application requirements.
For questions about the position or online application process, contact Melisa Akande, akandem@uncw.edu
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/28/2024
Job Close Date: 1/13/2025
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5762684
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Full Time
Assistant Professor of Art and Art History - Painting and Drawing
College: College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College
Dept/School: Art & Art History - 32120
Vacancy Number: 16F-640
Position Number: 2599
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Art & Art History at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position in Painting and Drawing to begin August 2025.
The position requires primary teaching responsibilities in all aspects of Painting and Drawing and secondary teaching responsibilities in the Foundations area of the curriculum. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of teaching ability appropriate for the undergraduate level, professional accomplishments in the field, and evidence of knowledge related to contemporary advances in Painting and Drawing.
Responsibilities include teaching five to six courses per year, engaged research, and service at department, college, and university levels.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• M.F.A. in Painting or another studio discipline related to the position description at time of application • Prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Two years teaching experience at the undergraduate level beyond graduate school • Professional accomplishments in the field • Research focus in painting
Required Certifications or Licensure:
N/A
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Department of Art & Art History currently has fifteen full-time and five part-time faculty members. We offer B.A. degrees in Art History, Digital Arts and Studio Art and house the CAB Art Gallery that hosts a range of exhibitions from student to nationally recognized artists. All Art and Art History faculty are indispensable contributors to the departmental mission: The Department of Art and Art History cultivates aesthetic decision making through creative problem solving, critical and analytical thinking, and an understanding of the importance of visual arts in the human experience.
College/School Information:
The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in Spanish and English. The CHSSA also houses the Gender Studies and Research Center, an interdisciplinary and intersectional community of students, scholars, and advocates committed to social justice and equity.
In addition, the CHSSA offers a full complement of minors including interdisciplinary minors such as Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, European studies, forensic science, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, and women and gender studies. Undergraduate certificates for professional writing and publishing, as well as a number of post-baccalaureate certificates such as conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, science and medical writing, women's, gender, and sexuality studies, and Hispanic studies are a part of the college's offerings.
The CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW's University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. The CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, diversity and inclusion, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in the CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each of the CHSSA's departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.
Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. The College of Humanities, Social Science, and the Arts offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.
University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Monday, January 13, 2025, the posting closing date. To apply, please complete the online application below and attach the following materials as Adobe PDF documents including:
• Cover Letter: a 1-2 page letter of application that includes teaching philosophy • Curriculum Vitae • Three professional references • Portfolio/Work Sample: must include 20 examples of professional work and 20 examples of student work • If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under the Other category
Please note that a minimum of three references are required for all applications.
Letters of application without the requested components will not meet the application requirements.
For questions about the position or online application process, contact Melisa Akande, akandem@uncw.edu
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/28/2024
Job Close Date: 1/13/2025
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5762684
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC, USA
Assistant Professor of Art and Art History - Painting and Drawing
College: College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College
Dept/School: Art & Art History - 32120
Vacancy Number: 16F-640
Position Number: 2599
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Art & Art History at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position in Painting and Drawing to begin August 2025.
The position requires primary teaching responsibilities in all aspects of Painting and Drawing and secondary teaching responsibilities in the Foundations area of the curriculum. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of teaching ability appropriate for the undergraduate level, professional accomplishments in the field, and evidence of knowledge related to contemporary advances in Painting and Drawing.
Responsibilities include teaching five to six courses per year, engaged research, and service at department, college, and university levels.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• M.F.A. in Painting or another studio discipline related to the position description at time of application • Prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Two years teaching experience at the undergraduate level beyond graduate school • Professional accomplishments in the field • Research focus in painting
Required Certifications or Licensure:
N/A
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Department of Art & Art History currently has fifteen full-time and five part-time faculty members. We offer B.A. degrees in Art History, Digital Arts and Studio Art and house the CAB Art Gallery that hosts a range of exhibitions from student to nationally recognized artists. All Art and Art History faculty are indispensable contributors to the departmental mission: The Department of Art and Art History cultivates aesthetic decision making through creative problem solving, critical and analytical thinking, and an understanding of the importance of visual arts in the human experience.
College/School Information:
The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in Spanish and English. The CHSSA also houses the Gender Studies and Research Center, an interdisciplinary and intersectional community of students, scholars, and advocates committed to social justice and equity.
In addition, the CHSSA offers a full complement of minors including interdisciplinary minors such as Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, European studies, forensic science, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, and women and gender studies. Undergraduate certificates for professional writing and publishing, as well as a number of post-baccalaureate certificates such as conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, science and medical writing, women's, gender, and sexuality studies, and Hispanic studies are a part of the college's offerings.
The CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW's University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. The CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, diversity and inclusion, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in the CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each of the CHSSA's departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.
Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. The College of Humanities, Social Science, and the Arts offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.
University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Monday, January 13, 2025, the posting closing date. To apply, please complete the online application below and attach the following materials as Adobe PDF documents including:
• Cover Letter: a 1-2 page letter of application that includes teaching philosophy • Curriculum Vitae • Three professional references • Portfolio/Work Sample: must include 20 examples of professional work and 20 examples of student work • If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under the Other category
Please note that a minimum of three references are required for all applications.
Letters of application without the requested components will not meet the application requirements.
For questions about the position or online application process, contact Melisa Akande, akandem@uncw.edu
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/28/2024
Job Close Date: 1/13/2025
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5762681
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Full Time
Assistant Professor of Art and Art History - Painting and Drawing
College: College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College
Dept/School: Art & Art History - 32120
Vacancy Number: 16F-640
Position Number: 2599
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Art & Art History at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position in Painting and Drawing to begin August 2025.
The position requires primary teaching responsibilities in all aspects of Painting and Drawing and secondary teaching responsibilities in the Foundations area of the curriculum. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of teaching ability appropriate for the undergraduate level, professional accomplishments in the field, and evidence of knowledge related to contemporary advances in Painting and Drawing.
Responsibilities include teaching five to six courses per year, engaged research, and service at department, college, and university levels.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• M.F.A. in Painting or another studio discipline related to the position description at time of application • Prior experience teaching at the undergraduate level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Two years teaching experience at the undergraduate level beyond graduate school • Professional accomplishments in the field • Research focus in painting
Required Certifications or Licensure:
N/A
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Department of Art & Art History currently has fifteen full-time and five part-time faculty members. We offer B.A. degrees in Art History, Digital Arts and Studio Art and house the CAB Art Gallery that hosts a range of exhibitions from student to nationally recognized artists. All Art and Art History faculty are indispensable contributors to the departmental mission: The Department of Art and Art History cultivates aesthetic decision making through creative problem solving, critical and analytical thinking, and an understanding of the importance of visual arts in the human experience.
College/School Information:
The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in Spanish and English. The CHSSA also houses the Gender Studies and Research Center, an interdisciplinary and intersectional community of students, scholars, and advocates committed to social justice and equity.
In addition, the CHSSA offers a full complement of minors including interdisciplinary minors such as Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, European studies, forensic science, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, and women and gender studies. Undergraduate certificates for professional writing and publishing, as well as a number of post-baccalaureate certificates such as conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, science and medical writing, women's, gender, and sexuality studies, and Hispanic studies are a part of the college's offerings.
The CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW's University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. The CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, diversity and inclusion, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in the CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each of the CHSSA's departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.
Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. The College of Humanities, Social Science, and the Arts offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.
University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Monday, January 13, 2025, the posting closing date. To apply, please complete the online application below and attach the following materials as Adobe PDF documents including:
• Cover Letter: a 1-2 page letter of application that includes teaching philosophy • Curriculum Vitae • Three professional references • Portfolio/Work Sample: must include 20 examples of professional work and 20 examples of student work • If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under the Other category
Please note that a minimum of three references are required for all applications.
Letters of application without the requested components will not meet the application requirements.
For questions about the position or online application process, contact Melisa Akande, akandem@uncw.edu
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/28/2024
Job Close Date: 1/13/2025
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5762681
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
