University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
2024 - 2025 Lecturer - Department of Art (Continuous Recruitment)
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
2024 - 2025 Lecturer - Department of Art (Continuous Recruitment)
About The Job
The Department of Art in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for part time, temporary, lecturer positions. This posting establishes a pool of lecturers who will be selected on an as needed basis annually. Admission to the pool does not guarantee employment. The Department is committed to building an intellectually vibrant, culturally inclusive, and academically diverse environment. We seek energetic colleagues with a strong professional record and expertise in one or more art practices who will teach courses that cannot be staffed by faculty or graduate students. We welcome artists who are open to cross-disciplinary teaching, who foster dynamic and inclusive learning, and who incorporate traditional and non-traditional approaches to art. Lecturers work with non-majors, BA, BFA, and on occasion MFA students; appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.
Job Responsibilities Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Teach undergraduate and on occasion graduate students in assigned course(s).
Hold office hours to assist students.
Supervise teaching assistant(s).
Provide demonstrations and critiques.
Assist students in studios and labs.
Grade assignments and submit grades.
Participate in relevant departmental meetings.
Base on appointment, provide service to the department.
Class size varies from 10 to 24 students in studio-based courses and up to 120 students in lecture courses with teaching assistant support.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
MFA in art, extensive professional recognition and experience in art, or Ph.D. in Theory and/or Critical Practices where applicable. The MFA is the terminal degree in art; however, the department may accept documented equivalency in lieu of a degree. The following may be considered in lieu of an MFA degree: advanced studies at a foreign school that does not award MFA degrees; extended advanced study with recognized artists in the field; professional achievement that provides a depth of knowledge in the field comparable to an MFA, including evaluations by distinguished peers.
Practicing artist in the area(s) to which you are applying.
Evidence of a current exhibition record and professional level of accomplishment in the area(s) to which you are applying.
Preferred Qualifications
University or college-level teaching experience.
Proven experience teaching across more than one area of study.
About The Department
Located in the Regis Center for Art, the Department of Art is 145,000 square feet of studios, classrooms, labs, and galleries, with state-of-the-art facilities in sculpture, foundry, ceramics, digital fabrication, imaging and editing, printmaking, drawing and painting studios, black and white photography labs, and digital moving image studios. Exhibition spaces include the Katherine E. Nash Gallery (5,000 sq ft), the Regis West Gallery, and the Quarter Gallery. The department provides instruction for graduate and undergraduate students in four areas of study:
Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking
Interdisciplinary Art and Social Practice
Photography and Moving Images
Sculpture and Ceramics
The Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking (DPP) area seeks lecturers with the ability to teach contemporary and traditional 2-D concepts and practices in introductory and intermediate courses. Demonstrated knowledge of the history and contemporary practices of drawing, painting and/or printmaking is required. The DPP area seeks lecturers who are practicing artists with active exhibition records. A demonstrated knowledge of studio practice, processes, materials and techniques is required for those interested in teaching drawing and/or painting courses; knowledge of multiple printmaking materials and processes is required for those interested in teaching printmaking courses.
The Interdisciplinary Art and Social Practice (IASP) seeks lecturers who can teach contemporary art practices across disciplinary boundaries with a focus on new modalities of technological, social, and ecological art practices. The area welcomes applications from practitioners and theorists whose work integrates traditional practices with new genres of art making. Courses include large and small lecture classes with support from teaching assistants; seminar courses with up to 24 students, writing-intensive courses, and courses with a liberal education designation.
The area of Photography and Moving Images (PMI) seeks engaged and innovative media artists with knowledge in Photography (darkroom/digital and expanded processes) or Moving Images (narrative/experimental filmmaking, analog formats, or 2D/3D digital animation). Knowledge of history and theory of media arts practices is desired.
The Sculpture and Ceramics (SCCE) area seeks lecturers who can teach beginning to advanced levels of sculpture and/or ceramics. A demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with at least two of the following: metal fabrication, foundry, wood construction, clay modeling, plaster casting, CNC/router and laser cutter technology, is preferred for teaching sculpture; for ceramics, wheel throwing, hand building, and mold making are required. Materials analysis, kiln building, and digital applications are a plus for ceramics.
Pay And Benefits Pay Range: $6,000 and $9,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience. Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply This is a two-step application process. Applications must be submitted online. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Step 1: Go to the University of Minnesota job site and search for job opening ID 365316, then Apply for Job. Complete steps 1-5 of the application.
Step 2: Go to the SlideRoom Application: https://umnart.slideroom.com/#/Login. Provide: Cover Letter, Resume, up to 20 creative work samples, one-page narrative of your creative work, one-page teaching narrative, names and emails for two professional references, an introductory-level syllabus for each arts practice, and submit.
Technical Support is provided through SlideRoom. If you are having difficulties please contact SlideRoom at the support number listed on their site.
Posting will continue to accept applications until filled.
Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience and supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About The U Of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional opportunities. Located in a vibrant, diverse metropolitan community, the campus participates in extensive partnerships with health centers, institutions, and arts and public service organizations.
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Job Responsibilities Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Teach undergraduate and on occasion graduate students in assigned course(s).
Hold office hours to assist students.
Supervise teaching assistant(s).
Provide demonstrations and critiques.
Assist students in studios and labs.
Grade assignments and submit grades.
Participate in relevant departmental meetings.
Base on appointment, provide service to the department.
Class size varies from 10 to 24 students in studio-based courses and up to 120 students in lecture courses with teaching assistant support.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
MFA in art, extensive professional recognition and experience in art, or Ph.D. in Theory and/or Critical Practices where applicable. The MFA is the terminal degree in art; however, the department may accept documented equivalency in lieu of a degree. The following may be considered in lieu of an MFA degree: advanced studies at a foreign school that does not award MFA degrees; extended advanced study with recognized artists in the field; professional achievement that provides a depth of knowledge in the field comparable to an MFA, including evaluations by distinguished peers.
Practicing artist in the area(s) to which you are applying.
Evidence of a current exhibition record and professional level of accomplishment in the area(s) to which you are applying.
Preferred Qualifications
University or college-level teaching experience.
Proven experience teaching across more than one area of study.
About The Department
Located in the Regis Center for Art, the Department of Art is 145,000 square feet of studios, classrooms, labs, and galleries, with state-of-the-art facilities in sculpture, foundry, ceramics, digital fabrication, imaging and editing, printmaking, drawing and painting studios, black and white photography labs, and digital moving image studios. Exhibition spaces include the Katherine E. Nash Gallery (5,000 sq ft), the Regis West Gallery, and the Quarter Gallery. The department provides instruction for graduate and undergraduate students in four areas of study:
Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking
Interdisciplinary Art and Social Practice
Photography and Moving Images
Sculpture and Ceramics
The Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking (DPP) area seeks lecturers with the ability to teach contemporary and traditional 2-D concepts and practices in introductory and intermediate courses. Demonstrated knowledge of the history and contemporary practices of drawing, painting and/or printmaking is required. The DPP area seeks lecturers who are practicing artists with active exhibition records. A demonstrated knowledge of studio practice, processes, materials and techniques is required for those interested in teaching drawing and/or painting courses; knowledge of multiple printmaking materials and processes is required for those interested in teaching printmaking courses.
The Interdisciplinary Art and Social Practice (IASP) seeks lecturers who can teach contemporary art practices across disciplinary boundaries with a focus on new modalities of technological, social, and ecological art practices. The area welcomes applications from practitioners and theorists whose work integrates traditional practices with new genres of art making. Courses include large and small lecture classes with support from teaching assistants; seminar courses with up to 24 students, writing-intensive courses, and courses with a liberal education designation.
The area of Photography and Moving Images (PMI) seeks engaged and innovative media artists with knowledge in Photography (darkroom/digital and expanded processes) or Moving Images (narrative/experimental filmmaking, analog formats, or 2D/3D digital animation). Knowledge of history and theory of media arts practices is desired.
The Sculpture and Ceramics (SCCE) area seeks lecturers who can teach beginning to advanced levels of sculpture and/or ceramics. A demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with at least two of the following: metal fabrication, foundry, wood construction, clay modeling, plaster casting, CNC/router and laser cutter technology, is preferred for teaching sculpture; for ceramics, wheel throwing, hand building, and mold making are required. Materials analysis, kiln building, and digital applications are a plus for ceramics.
Pay And Benefits Pay Range: $6,000 and $9,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience. Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply This is a two-step application process. Applications must be submitted online. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Step 1: Go to the University of Minnesota job site and search for job opening ID 365316, then Apply for Job. Complete steps 1-5 of the application.
Step 2: Go to the SlideRoom Application: https://umnart.slideroom.com/#/Login. Provide: Cover Letter, Resume, up to 20 creative work samples, one-page narrative of your creative work, one-page teaching narrative, names and emails for two professional references, an introductory-level syllabus for each arts practice, and submit.
Technical Support is provided through SlideRoom. If you are having difficulties please contact SlideRoom at the support number listed on their site.
Posting will continue to accept applications until filled.
Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience and supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About The U Of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional opportunities. Located in a vibrant, diverse metropolitan community, the campus participates in extensive partnerships with health centers, institutions, and arts and public service organizations.
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