New River Community College
Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Sculpture (2026 2027)
New River Community College, West Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Overview
University of Hartford – Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Sculpture (2026 2027). Rank: Assistant Professor. Salary Range: $68,000 - 70,000. Tenure Information: Tenure Track.
Job Description The Hartford Art School at the University of Hartford seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in Studio Arts with a concentration in Sculpture, beginning August 2026. Candidates are expected to teach three courses per semester across all levels of Sculpture and, as needed, in the first-year Foundations program; maintain a professionally recognized artistic practice; oversee and develop the Sculpture concentration; and contribute consistent service to the university, school, and department.
Responsibilities The successful applicant will ordinarily teach courses across all levels of Sculpture and the Hartford Art School first-year Foundations program as needed. An active artistic research agenda with peer-reviewed exhibitions, presentations, performances, publications, or related accomplishments on a national level is expected for tenure and promotion. Service to the department, college, and university is required and includes oversight and development of the Sculpture concentration and facility, advising students, contributing to student recruitment and retention, and consistent participation on assigned committees. Candidates are expected to demonstrate inclusive excellence and to foster a vibrant campus community. The ideal applicant is a collegial collaborator and thoughtful maker, with versatility and technical proficiency in historical, contemporary, conceptual, and material approaches to sculpture and expanded fields to establish and employ a dynamic and culturally informed pedagogy. There may be opportunities to teach innovative university-wide general education and interdisciplinary courses.
Required Qualifications
Possession of an MFA in sculpture or equivalent experience
A minimum of two years college-level teaching experience
Professional exhibition record
Preferred Qualifications
Successful teaching in the discipline of sculpture at the college level beyond graduate student courses, including foundations/first year through advanced/capstone courses
Versatility and proficiency in historical, contemporary, conceptual, technical, and material approaches to sculpture
Recognized exhibition/professional record with promising trajectory
Experience in sculpture concentration oversight/development and in school and university service
Interdisciplinary, collaborative, and collegial work style
Experience in community-building and recruitment activities
Diversity Statement As an institution of higher learning, the University of Hartford strives to be more than merely a mirror of the larger society; it should foster learning and encourage the personal growth of students, faculty, and staff in an environment that promotes and celebrates diversity in all its forms. Our commitment includes fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community; engaging in civil discourse; cultivating a campus reflecting the intersectionality of society while maintaining safety and respect; standing against hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and harassment; and upholding the values of the institution so that all members are treated with dignity and respect. Our commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging strengthens campus culture.
University Information Our mission is to engage students in acquiring knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in a pluralistic, complex world. We are committed to community and values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at the Hartford website. Opportunities for faculty development and support and information about affinity groups are available online.
College Information The Hartford Art School, accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, educates the whole artist-citizen in a liberal arts university setting. Enrollment is approximately 300 undergraduates. BFA majors include Studio Arts (with concentrations in ceramics, painting, photography, sculpture), Animation and Game Arts, Illustration, and Visual Communication Design. A BA in Art History and two low-residency MFA programs in Illustration and Photography are also offered.
Posting and Application Details Posting Number: F204P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Priority review of applications will begin January 9, 2026. Application materials should include portfolios of personal and student work (each with about 20 images and/or video and descriptive information). The Teaching Portfolio should include relevant syllabi and assignments. Reference letters for candidates who advance to the interview level will be requested automatically by the system.
Application Instructions For full application instructions and position description, visit: 7455 (address not included in the refined copy).
Equal Opportunity The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Women and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.
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Job Description The Hartford Art School at the University of Hartford seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in Studio Arts with a concentration in Sculpture, beginning August 2026. Candidates are expected to teach three courses per semester across all levels of Sculpture and, as needed, in the first-year Foundations program; maintain a professionally recognized artistic practice; oversee and develop the Sculpture concentration; and contribute consistent service to the university, school, and department.
Responsibilities The successful applicant will ordinarily teach courses across all levels of Sculpture and the Hartford Art School first-year Foundations program as needed. An active artistic research agenda with peer-reviewed exhibitions, presentations, performances, publications, or related accomplishments on a national level is expected for tenure and promotion. Service to the department, college, and university is required and includes oversight and development of the Sculpture concentration and facility, advising students, contributing to student recruitment and retention, and consistent participation on assigned committees. Candidates are expected to demonstrate inclusive excellence and to foster a vibrant campus community. The ideal applicant is a collegial collaborator and thoughtful maker, with versatility and technical proficiency in historical, contemporary, conceptual, and material approaches to sculpture and expanded fields to establish and employ a dynamic and culturally informed pedagogy. There may be opportunities to teach innovative university-wide general education and interdisciplinary courses.
Required Qualifications
Possession of an MFA in sculpture or equivalent experience
A minimum of two years college-level teaching experience
Professional exhibition record
Preferred Qualifications
Successful teaching in the discipline of sculpture at the college level beyond graduate student courses, including foundations/first year through advanced/capstone courses
Versatility and proficiency in historical, contemporary, conceptual, technical, and material approaches to sculpture
Recognized exhibition/professional record with promising trajectory
Experience in sculpture concentration oversight/development and in school and university service
Interdisciplinary, collaborative, and collegial work style
Experience in community-building and recruitment activities
Diversity Statement As an institution of higher learning, the University of Hartford strives to be more than merely a mirror of the larger society; it should foster learning and encourage the personal growth of students, faculty, and staff in an environment that promotes and celebrates diversity in all its forms. Our commitment includes fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community; engaging in civil discourse; cultivating a campus reflecting the intersectionality of society while maintaining safety and respect; standing against hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and harassment; and upholding the values of the institution so that all members are treated with dignity and respect. Our commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging strengthens campus culture.
University Information Our mission is to engage students in acquiring knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in a pluralistic, complex world. We are committed to community and values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at the Hartford website. Opportunities for faculty development and support and information about affinity groups are available online.
College Information The Hartford Art School, accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, educates the whole artist-citizen in a liberal arts university setting. Enrollment is approximately 300 undergraduates. BFA majors include Studio Arts (with concentrations in ceramics, painting, photography, sculpture), Animation and Game Arts, Illustration, and Visual Communication Design. A BA in Art History and two low-residency MFA programs in Illustration and Photography are also offered.
Posting and Application Details Posting Number: F204P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Priority review of applications will begin January 9, 2026. Application materials should include portfolios of personal and student work (each with about 20 images and/or video and descriptive information). The Teaching Portfolio should include relevant syllabi and assignments. Reference letters for candidates who advance to the interview level will be requested automatically by the system.
Application Instructions For full application instructions and position description, visit: 7455 (address not included in the refined copy).
Equal Opportunity The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Women and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.
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