What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Photography Job at Radford University in Radford position at Radford University?
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit an unofficial copy of transcripts of post-secondary course work with the application. If the applicant’s official transcripts are on file in the Office of the Provost, a statement indicating such must be submitted in lieu of the documents with the application. Official transcripts of all post-secondary course work will be required upon selection for hire.
Official transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of the Provost, Attention : Transcript Clerk / Coordinator, Campus P. O. Box 6910, Radford University, Radford, VA 24142.
Adjunct instructors must attend a scheduled adjunct orientation as offered upon appointment. Orientation date and time will be announced.
Job Posting Details
Working Title : Adjunct Faculty - Photography
Posting Number : A00117P
Work Location : Radford
Division : Academic Affairs-10
College / Unit : Visual & Performing Arts-1160
Department : Art, Dept of-11602
Discipline : Arts-Fine Arts
Appointment Term : 3 year appointment contract as assigned
Full Time / Part Time : Part Time
Chief Objective of Position
Adjunct faculty supplement the full-time faculty by teaching courses which are necessary for the department but for which instructors may be lacking. The goal of this position is to facilitate our ability to meet the growing needs of the department in this area.
Job Summary
Adjunct instructors will be expected to teach courses in photography. Experience in both analog and digital photography is expected, and candidates must be able to teach studio lighting. Current areas in need include : photography I, digital photography I, and digital photography II. Other opportunities may exist to teach studio art, graphic design, or art appreciation courses, depending on the department’s scheduling and the instructor’s skillset.
Physical Demands
Sitting, standing, moving, and some lifting.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy one of the following requirements : 1) a master’s degree in the field / discipline in which they are teaching; 2) enrolled in a master’s program with at least 18 hours of relevant coursework completed; 3) significant professional experience, subject to approval by the Provost.
Preferred Qualifications
MFA degree with some teaching experience at the college level. Experience as a graduate teaching assistant may be acceptable.
Education
Adjunct faculty must hold an advanced degree or equivalent credentials based on experience consistent with accreditation criteria of the discipline and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Posting Dates
Posting Date : 10 / 01 / 2021
Closing Date : 08 / 09 / 2022
Open Until Filled : Yes
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check. Some classes may be scheduled for evening hours depending on classroom availability and the overall schedule of courses.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter / Letter of Application
- Transcripts
- Current Curriculum Vitae
- Portfolio
Optional Documents
Contact
If you have questions about specific positions or the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@radford.edu.
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