What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Art - Tenure Track position at Bethany College?
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
BETHANY COLLEGE
Lindsborg, KS
Assistant Professor of Art – Tenure Track
POSITION: The Fine Arts Division of Bethany College invites applications for tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Art to begin Fall 2025. Ideal candidates will have experience in teaching art history courses along with demonstrated 2D studio skills in painting, drawing, printmaking, graphic design applications and the ability to manage art gallery operations also a plus.
BETHANY COLLEGE: Established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881, it is a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Located in Lindsborg, Kansas, Bethany is a small liberal-arts institution that is committed to quality liberal arts and science education. We have an incredibly diverse student population, and many of our students are first-generation college students. We seek faculty members who share our passion for undergraduate education and who are committed to the mission, values, and identity of the College. To learn about Bethany College, visit http://www.bethanylb.edu/about/
Bethany College is located in Lindsborg, KS, a vibrant community identified as one of the best small towns in America to live and visit. In addition, Lindsborg has a long and storied history in the arts and promoting its local arts culture. To learn more about Lindsborg, visit Welcome to Lindsborg Kansas - Little Sweden USA - Home Page
RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS: The position includes a 24-credit annual teaching load. Successful candidates will teach the art history sequencing courses, courses in the 2D area, and manage the art gallery as needed.
Additional responsibilities include contributing to the continuous collection of materials for curriculum assessment and providing academic advising to students. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to student recruitment efforts, which may include actively participating in recruitment events and building relationships with local high schools and community organizations. The successful candidate will also engage with the local arts community and foster connections that support the program and the college.
For more information about the Art program, see the College Catalog.
QUALIFICATIONS: In-process or completed MA or MFA in 2D Art Practice or MA/MS in Art History with demonstrated art practice is required. Industry experience is a plus. Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines.
SALARY: Contingent upon experience.
DIVISION: The Art program within the Fine Arts Division at Bethany College currently offers the B.A. in six majors: 3D Computer Animation, Pre-Professional Art Therapy, Studio Art, Studio Art with a Graphic Design Focus, Video Game Design, and Visual Art Administration. In addition, it supports the Secondary Education in Art major.
APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin immediately. Initial application must include a cover letter, current vita, teaching philosophy, and the contact information for three references. Any questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Tash Smith, Academic Dean, via email: smithtb@bethanylb.edu.
