Lecturer in Art 3D
Lecturer in Art 3D
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POSITION: Western Colorado University invites applications for a nontenuretrack full time faculty position in Art. Teaching responsibilities in the Art and General Education programs is typically 15 credit hours/semester with opportunities for a reduced load for reassign for campus service. Courses and duties could include: Introductory to Art Ceramics Jewelry 3D Design Sculpture development of interdisciplinary first year seminar courses and mentoring of undergraduate students. Other courses could be included in the teaching load based on need and the successful candidates qualifications. This position is inperson and located in a remote resort mountain town Gunnison CO.
The Western Art program thrives within a vibrant community of student artists and the broader creative culture of the Gunnison Valley. As a certified Creative District the Gunnison Valley offers rich opportunities for artistic collaboration exhibition and engagement with a dynamic regional art scene. The Art Program at Western has approximately 90 majors. Students can earn BA degrees in Art BFA degrees in Art with an emphasis in Painting Photography Ceramics Sculpture Jewelry and Printmaking and Secondary Licensure in K12 Art. For more information on the Art Program visit our website at A minimum of a MA in Art or related field preference given to MFA in Art. Candidates should have teaching experience related to Art. Preference given to candidates with 2 years full time teaching experience. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education excellence in teaching and willingness to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population. Candidates must also be able to use technology in instructional delivery including ability to teach online and hybrid courses. Collegiality and professional flexibility are characteristic of the department and would be sought in the successful candidate.
The Art Program at Western is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
SALARY/BENEFITS:$50000$52000 annualized salary. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan dental insurance retirement plan life insurance and other insurance options. After one year of employment Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
START DATE:August 2025
APPLICATION:Apply online at Required attachments to the application include: curriculum vitae transcripts and a reference list with names and contact information of three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act in any materials you submit you may redact or remove ageidentifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to Professor Tina Butterfield at (970); email:
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 15 2025 at 11:59PM (MDT). Screening of applications will be ongoing and will begin upon receipt.
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of 3700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates 33% are graduate students and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries 50 states and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17 Westerns faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized rigorous and immersive education. Visithttp:// learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison Colorado about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tightknit community. Living in the valley one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals exhibitions performances wellness activities and more. In the winter many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of crosscountry trails. In the summer bikers hikers and runners explore 750plus miles of singletrack trails while others delight in fishing boating and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. PreK12 students are served by the highlyranked Gunnison Watershed School District.
Western Colorado University encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (for state classified positions with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Western Colorado University believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (for state classified positions with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Please see our diversity statement and our DEII Committee charge.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any preemployment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at or (970).
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
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