What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Media Arts position at Chatham University?
Adjunct Faculty - Media Arts
Chatham University is accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty of Media Arts.
The Media Arts major provides the opportunity for students to develop creative, conceptual, and technical skills across coursework in film, photography, and graphic design, and fosters a critical awareness of contemporary, convergent media practices. Students are asked to become agents for change within the context of their discipline, asking critical questions about the impact of media in an increasingly global arena. Graduates will be prepared to assume roles in media arts production industries or pursue graduate programs in related fields.
Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teaching introductory, intermediate, or advanced courses in the discipline.
- Holding regular office hours and maintaining professional communication with students.
- Consulting and collaborating with other faculty to align with departmental teaching needs.
- Participating in departmental events and university trainings for adjunct faculty.
Required Qualifications:
- Completion of an MFA or Ph.D. in Media Arts or closely related field (e.g., Art, Media Studies) OR extensive work experience in the field required.
- Candidates with a combination of academic and practical experience are particularly encouraged to apply.
- ABD-Ph.D. candidates are encouraged to apply.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience teaching and mentoring at a college level preferred.
- Experience working with/teaching diverse groups/diverse students is desirable.
How to Apply:
Applications accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3270646) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:
- Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position.
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
- Contact information for three professional references.
All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.
About Chatham:
Founded in 1869, Chatham University is a fully coed institution with an enrollment of over 2,200 students and over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in our areas of excellence: sustainability; health & lab sciences; business & communication; and the arts & humanities. Chatham University is launching its Bachelor of Arts in Immersive Media in the fall of 2019. One of the first programs of its kind, the B.A. in Immersive Media (IMM) is an interdisciplinary program that equips students with knowledge of design thinking, computer programming, interactive game design technology, creative methods, and cutting-edge hardware to create immersive experiences for a variety of
applications and industries.
Consistently ranked as a best college by U.S. News & World Report in the Regional Universities North category, Chatham consists of the School of Health Sciences; the Falk School of Sustainability & Environment; the School of Arts, Science and Business;
and the College for Continuing & Professional Studies.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.
