Assistant Professor Ceramics - 9 MONTH
Assistant Professor Ceramics - 9 MONTH
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Type of Position:
Faculty Tenure/Tenure Track
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little RockThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Department:
Art and Design
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Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas at Little Rocks School of Art and Design is seeking to fill the position of Ceramics Instructor (tenure track) to begin in August of 2025. The successful candidate will teach ceramics foundation courses and will mentor students. They will have an active scholarship agenda participate in recruitment retention special programs and will engage in university service. Faculty teaching load is three studio courses per semester or the equivalent lecture courses.Review of applications will begin January 1 2025 and be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible highquality education to a community of diverse learners. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
- MFA in Ceramics or related field.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Demonstrated potential to teach introductory to advanced courses at the college level;
- Experience with various ceramics processes;
- Strong record of creative work robust studio practice and evidence of ongoing professional achievement including scholarship related to the position requirements;
- Experience and commitment to working with diverse populations of learners;
- Industry Experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate ceramics courses and other art courses including foundations and seminars as needed;
- Take a lead role in the ceramics program including developing and maintaining ceramics studio equipment/resources curriculum development and budgeting;
- Perform academic service and affiliated duties as assigned;
- Maintain creative research and professional practice;
- Teach courses as scheduled;
- Use universitysupported LMS and other support platforms;
- Perform other duties as needed.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Must be able to lift and move heavy equipment and materials as well as work in excessively hot environments;
- Knowledge of all aspects of ceramics ranging from functional ware to sculptural objects and installation;
- Knowledge of studio safety procedures;
- Knowledge of computer software related to art design and teaching;
- Demonstrated organizational skills;
- Ability to teach multiple aspects of ceramics;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In addition to the other required documents please include:1: A statement of teaching philosophy
2: Professional work samples to include a portfolio or link to an online portfolio 20 images maximum with explanatory notes or captions. Upload as one pdf document)
3: Student work samples 20 images maximum with captions including: media size year created. Upload as one pdf document)
Please upload all required documents in the Resume attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button) if you want to be considered for this position.
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry MVR check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age race color national origin disability religion marital or parental status protected veteran status military service genetic information or sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Sitting Standing
Frequent Physical Activity:
Grasping Lifting Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding
Benefits Eligible:
YesEmployment Type
Full-Time
