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Artist-In-Residence Job at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2025

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Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

Position is open until filled, although priority consideration will be given to applications received by Friday, February 21, 2025.

Application Procedure

You must submit an on-line application at to be considered as an applicant for this position. Applications will not be accepted via e-mail. Be prepared to submit the following materials :

  • Cover letter addressing qualifications and specifying mentorship experience in detail
  • Resume / CV
  • Contact information for three professional references (letters only required of finalists)
  • Artist statement (Upload to Other Document 1)
  • 1-2 page statement describing three proposed workshops (two creative and one professional development) for undergraduate art students (Upload to Other Document 2)
  • 20 examples of personal work with identifying information (saved as single PDF under 10MB or website link, and upload to Work Sample)

Position Information

Central Michigan University and the Department of Art & Design Barstow Artist-in-Residence program invite applications for a fixed-term faculty as Artist-in-Residence for the Fall 2025 semester. We are seeking an artist who incorporates sculpture and digital technology in their work.

This is a part-time position of approximately 10 hours a week and is not benefits eligible. Term of employment is August 2025 through December 2025. The position includes a $15,000 stipend and free private housing (utilities included). The house provided for the Artist-in-Residence is located 15 miles from Mt. Pleasant and campus and includes a large private studio. The location requires the artist to have their own car (or other form of transportation) for travel to and from campus. Pets are not allowed at the house.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-directed, practicing artist interested in mentoring art students for a semester. The residency provides artists the time and space to work creatively. In return, CMU students are provided valuable access to educational opportunities outside of the existing curriculum and faculty.

Responsibilities

Meet regularly with the Studio Art BFA program (typically includes 10-20 students), participate in Studio Art BFA critiques, conduct individual portfolio reviews with students throughout the semester, do occasional classroom visits, and hold weekly office hours on campus. Coordinate occasional community building and mentorship activities for students to participate in. Teach three workshops (two creative and one professional development), give a public artist lecture, and exhibit creative work on campus. Artists are also asked to donate a work to the Central Michigan University Collection at the end of the residency.

Required Qualifications

MFA or equivalent in area of specialization. Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience at the university level and / or experience in a leadership or mentoring role.

EEO Statement

CMU, an AA / EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

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Salary : $15,000

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