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Assistant Professor—Graphic Design
West Virginia University (Morgantown, WV)
Posted: October 2, 2008

The College of Creative Arts at West Virginia University invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Graphic Design in the Division of Art & Design.

Job Description: Responsibilities include teaching at sophomore through graduate level students. Web design and interaction design will be one component. Teaching assignment is 18 contact hours a week as well as helping to maintain a state of the art computer lab. All faculty members are expected to maintain professional and creative development as well as participation in university and division committee activities and faculty governance is expected of all faculty members. There are opportunities to teach in established study abroad programs in Italy, China and Mexico or to develop new international programming.

The Graphic Design Program is well established and has placed graduates across the US as well as in all the top graduate programs in the design field. Our senior year runs a working design studio and generates income for visiting designers and assistantships. WVU’s design area limits class size in upper level courses to 15 and has a viable graduate program.

Qualifications: Applicant must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, an MFA, and university-level teaching experience. The successful candidate must be committed to teaching and the production of creative research engaging contemporary design practices, and should clearly articulate a knowledge of typography, design history and design theory. This applicant must be a practicing designer experienced in web, interaction and time-based applications.

Rank and Salary: The position is a full time, 9-month tenure-track appointment with benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience. The position begins August 15, 2009.

Deadline: Review of applications will begin January 8, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

Applications/Nomination: All interested candidates should submit:
• a letter of application;
• current curriculum vitae;
• statement of teaching philosophy;
• documentation of creative works (if submitting CD or DVD, please format for MAC platform using jpg, pdf, or if web, then enlargement of work must be possible to show details of work);
• documentation of student work (please use same formatting stated previously); supporting documentation;
• names, addresses and telephone numbers of (5) references to:

Eve Faulkes, coordinator of Graphic Design, Search Committee Chair
Division of Art & Design
West Virginia University
PO Box 6111
Morgantown, WV 26506-6111

Questions please contact: Alison Helm, Chair of the Division of Art & Design, Alison.Helm@mail.wvu.edu or associate assistant, patsy.weaver@mail.wvu.edu

The College of Creative Arts (http://www.ccarts.wvu.edu/): The College of Creative Arts is one of 15 school and colleges within the University and includes the Divisions of Art & Design, Theatre and Dance, and Music and offers the state’s premiere training in the visual and performing arts. Each of these units has a national profile of excellence and all programs are nationally accredited (NASAD, NASM, and NAST).

The College is housed in WVU’s recently renovated Creative Arts Center. There are approximately 600 majors in the college, 71 full-time faculty and 21 professional staff. The mission of the faculty and staff of the college of Creative Arts is to advance the visual and performing arts and advocate life-long appreciation, understanding, and involvement in the arts as a medium in which the diversity of human experience is expressed, examined, and valued. The College accomplishes this mission by being student-centered, and by educating succeeding generations of artist, teachers, and scholars through excellence and innovations in performance, exhibition scholarship, and the dissemination of creative research.

The Division of Art and Design (http://artanddesign.wvu.edu/). The Division of Art and Design offers degrees in the following: BFA, MFA, BA in Art History, MA in Art History, Art Education and Studio areas. BFA in Art Education with Teacher Certification, Minor in Arts Administration, Minor in Art History and Minor in Visual Arts.

West Virginia University (http://www.wvu.edu): The University is classified as a Doctoral/research University-extensive and the state’s only comprehensive doctoral-granting, land grant institution. WVU has a current enrollment of approximately 27,000 students on the Morgantown campus and 29,000 statewide. WVU is located 75 miles south of Pittsburgh, 200 miles west of the Baltimore/Washington DC metropolitan area, and within easy driving distance form New York. The university community is committed to student-centered priorities, academic excellence, research, creative activity, and service to the State.

West Virginia University is an affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and protected-class individuals are encouraged to apply.


Assistant Professor of Art – Digital/Graphic Design
High Point University (High Point, NC)
Posted: October 2, 2008

The Visual Art Department at High Point University seeks a qualified candidate to teach Digital Art/Design and Graphic Design based courses beginning in the Fall of 2009.*

We seek a candidate committed to teaching excellence and to maintaining an active program of scholarship and creative activity. Required qualifications: MFA and current activity as a practicing designer; area of concentration in electronic media design; full knowledge of graphic design and design for electronic media, of the history and contemporary issues in design, especially electronic-based design; strong communication, collaborative, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities include teaching courses as assigned in art/ art appreciation and graphic design (beginning through advanced); developing and maintaining teaching facility; advising students; participating in departmental and university service; developing and maintain an active program of scholarship and creative activity, involving students where possible.

Send letter of application; resume; sample course outlines or teaching philosophy; 20 personal and up to 20 student work examples on CD/DVD, Web site, or slide format; graduate school transcript; names and addresses including phone and e-mail of three references; and self-addressed stamped envelope for materials return to:

High Point University
Department of Visual Art
Attn: Scott Raynor
833 Montlieu Avenue
High Point, NC 27262

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by December 15, 2008; screening may continue until position is filled. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. High Point University is an equal opportunity employer.

*Pending final administrative approval of the University


Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Graphic Design
Queens University (Charlotte, NC)
Posted: September 24, 2008

Queens University of Charlotte seeks a Graphic Designer with an MFA and minimum of 3 years of teaching experience to fill a position as Assistant Professor of Graphic Design. This tenure track position will begin August 2009. Teaching responsibilities are for undergraduate graphic design classes. Knowledge of animation design, flash design, video editing and 3D modeling is required. An interest in film and/or photography is preferred. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach in our interdisciplinary Core Program in the Liberal Arts and the John Belk International Program. A commitment to a liberal arts education and to teaching excellence is expected. This is a fulltime, tenure track position. MFA required.

Application Process:
Candidates should submit (1) a letter of interest, (2) current CV, (3) three letters of reference, (4) teaching philosophy (1 page), and (5) 20 images of personal work & 20 images of students¹ work on CD, to Graphic Design Search, Dean, College of Arts & Sciences, 1900 Selwyn Ave. Charlotte, NC 28274.

The review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until a successful candidate is selected.

Due to limited staff resources, phone calls will not be accepted or returned and only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Queens University of Charlotte is an independent, co-educational Presbyterian-affiliated comprehensive university located in a beautiful, park-like setting in the heart of Charlotte, North Carolina. The University serves approximately 2,200 undergraduate and graduate students through its College of Arts and Sciences, McColl School of Business, Presbyterian School of Nursing, Division of Education, and Hayworth College for Adult and Evening Programs.


Professor of Art History (Contemporary)
Savannah College of Art and Design (Savannah, GA)
Posted: September 21, 2008

The Savannah College of Art and Design is seeking candidates for full-time faculty positions in contemporary art history. Qualified candidates should have a Ph.D. in Art History or a related field. Candidates must be qualified to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Contemporary Art. Successful candidates will also teach Survey of Western Art I and II. Teaching experience at the college level is preferred.

TO APPLY: Please mail cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, writing samples of own and student's work (if applicable), and an unofficial copy of the transcript showing your highest degree to:

Savannah College of Art and Design

Attn: HR - Faculty
P.O. Box 3146
Savannah, GA 31402-3146

If you apply by email, all items above must be included electronically and sent to scadfaculty@scad.edu. Only complete packages will be considered. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE.

Although a deadline has not yet been established, interested applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The Savannah College of Art and Design exists to prepare talented students for professional careers, emphasizing learning through individual attention in a positively oriented university environment. SCAD has campuses in Savannah, GA, Atlanta and Lacoste, France. Online programs are offered through SCAD-eLearning.


Art Historian: Modern-Contemporary
UNC-Pembroke (Pembroke, NC)
Posted: September 21, 2008

Tenure Track
Salary and rank commensurate with experience
Position #: 002809
Department: Art

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks an art historian specializing in Modern and Contemporary. Preference for expertise in Native American Art. The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach theory and criticism, and a variety of courses covering Renaissance through Contemporary, including Native American Art, the second half of a two-semester survey and possibly Art Appreciation.

Teach four courses each semester. Participation in professional, departmental, and university activities, including publications, committee work, advising, assessment, etc. Community activities required for positive performance evaluations. The candidate will help with curriculum development and long range planning working closely with the Art History Coordinator.

The Department of Art includes 12 full-time faculty, 1 Visiting Painting Professor and Artist in Residence, and 9 adjunct faculty members. BA degrees in Art (with concentrations in ceramics, digital, drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture), Bachelors of Art Education (K-12) and Graduate Art Education Degrees are offered, as well as minors in Media Integration Studies and in Art History.

Ph.D. in Art History required by time of appointment. For rank of associate or full professor an established publication record required.

Applicants must apply using the UNCP Online Employment System. Attach letter of interest, vita, and teaching philosophy. Please mail sample syllabi and writing samples to:

Dr. Richard Gay, Interim Chair
UNC Pembroke
PO Box 1510
Pembroke, NC 28372-1510

Review of applications will begin December 1st and continue until the position is filled.


Assistant Professor of Photography – Tenure Track
Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN)
Posted: September 16, 2008

The Department of Art at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art position beginning fall 2009. Qualifications include an M.F.A. degree, strong exhibition record, knowledge of analog, digital and experimental photographic processes and commitment to continued growth as an artist in the photographic medium. Teaching experience beyond the graduate level is preferred. Responsibilities will include teaching, providing departmental and college-wide service, as well as maintaining traditional darkroom facilities. Courses taught will include, but is not limited to, beginning and advanced photography, digital photography, and alternative processes.

Application materials must include a cover letter describing qualifications and experience, a current C.V., artist statement, teaching philosophy, 20 slides or CD of personal work, 20 slides or CD of student work if available, slide lists, names and contact information for 3 references, and a SASE for the return of materials. The deadline for receipt of all materials is January 10, 2009. Applications accepted in hard copy only. We will be conducting interviews at CAA in February.

For more information on our program, faculty and resources see http://www.vanderbilt.edu/arts/

Vanderbilt University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.

Please address your application to:

Chair, Photography Search Committee
Department of Art
Box #351660-B
2301 Vanderbilt Place
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN 37235-1660


Visual Resources Curator
UNC-Greensboro (Greensboro, NC)
Posted: August 4, 2008

The Department of Art at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking a Visual Resources Curator for a full-time position beginning September 29, 2008, or as soon thereafter as possible. The Visual Resources Curator will be responsible for the following:

• Managing a large visual image collection, visual resources library facility, and equipment maintenance
• Developing and expanding the existing image collection through research and acquisition of new images
• Providing metadata, scanning and cataloging images
• Training and supervising student employees
• Facilitating faculty and student learning of media tools and selection of images in training sessions and workshops
• Administering policies and procedures for image circulation, collection development, requests for new technology, and copyright issues

Applicants must be proficient in the use of Macintosh computers and software to include MDID, Excel, Photoshop, Word, and Nikon SuperScan.

The curator must have exceptional organizational skills, be self-motivated and work well in collaboration with faculty, students and staff. Excellent writing skills and strong attention to detail is required.

Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in Art History, or a Master's degree in Library and/or Information Science with substantial education in art history. Experience working with a visual resources collection and supervisory experience is necessary. Deadline; August 31, 2008, or until the position is filled.

Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three references, and an SASE to:

Pat Wasserboehr
Head, Department of Art
UNC-Greensboro
P.O. Box 26170
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170

UNCG is especially proud of the diversity of its student body (30% minority) and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position including members of minority groups. The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to increasing diversity.

EEO/AA


Assistant Professor (2) - Graphic Design
Visiting Assistant Professor (1) - Photography
Mississippi State University (Starkville, MS)
Posted: May 29, 2008

The Department of Art at Mississippi State University seeks to hire two full-time tenure track Assistant Professors in Graphic Design to begin in Fall 2008 or until filled. Salary commensurate with experience. Duties for the Graphic Design position include teaching courses in Graphic Design, Typography, Advertising Design, Print Production, and Graphic Design History. Duties also include student advising, committee service, and the pursuing of an active body of research. Candidates should be proficient with design applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Knowledge of Flash and Dreamweaver a plus. Candidates required to have an MFA/terminal degree in graphic design or related field. Teaching experience required. Professional experience preferred.

The Department of Art at Mississippi State University also seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor in Photography. The position will begin Fall 2008. The successful candidate will teach four courses a semester. This is a one year non-tenure-track position with performance expected in the areas of teaching and service. The primary responsibility of this position will be teaching Art 2103: Photo Survey. This introductory photography class combines technical proficiency with the camera along with developing a personal aesthetic and utilizes either analog or digital SLR input. All image editing is done with Adobe Photoshop CS3 and output is with professional Epson printers. Participation in undergraduate advising, committees and service. Opportunity to serve on undergraduate thesis committees. Three years of teaching with exhibition record preferred.

Information about these positions are available on our website at http://www.msstate.edu/web/employment.html.

The Department of Art is located in the College of Architecture, Art, and Design. It has 300 Art majors, 20 full-time faculty and offers the BFA degree with emphasis areas in graphic design, ceramics, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The department is accredited by NASAD. Information about the department is available at http://www.caad.msstate.edu. Mississippi State University, a land-grant and sea-grant institution, founded in 1878, is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-extensive Institution located in Starkville, Mississippi, a city of 20,000 residents.

Review process will begin June 16th, 2008 and applications will be accepted until both positions are filled. Send letter of application, list of three references with contact information, vita, unofficial transcripts, artist's statement, statement of teaching philosophy, CD of personal work and CD of student work along with SASE to Graphic Design Search Committee or Photography Search Committee, Department of Art, P.O. Box 5182, Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762.

MSU IS AN AA/EEO EMPLOYER.