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Assistant Professor of Drawing - Tenure-Track - Art and Design - 21447

ATTENTION :

The Department of Art and Design in the College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor (FA040) in the area of Drawing beginning August, 2025.

JOB DETAILS :

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position with teaching responsibilities for undergraduate courses within the Department of Art and Design. The instructional / teaching assignment includes 2D-Design (Foundations), all levels of traditional Drawing (I, II, III & IV) including Figure Drawing, and a general education lecture course, World of the Arts (WOTA).

Special preference may be given to candidates who demonstrate an ability to develop and integrate digital drawing curriculum and / or the ability to teach illustration courses (in both digital and traditional media). We seek candidates from a variety of perspectives who will take an active interest in overseeing and guiding the Drawing program.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Qualifications :

MFA or equivalent terminal degree in Drawing or Studio Art with a focus in Drawing is required. ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2025; if not, they will be hired on a one-year contract with the understanding that their degree will be completed before January 2026 in advance of their first scheduled review.
Previous experience managing a Drawing dedicated classroom and a general work area.

Preferred Qualifications :

Previous university-level teaching experience in all levels of Drawing.

A sustained record of professional research activity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

RESPONSIBILITIES : Teaching :

The successful candidate must teach full-time (3 : 3 semester teaching load). Each semester's teaching assignment will vary based on department and program needs and will / may include all levels of undergraduate Drawing, Two-Dimensional Design, and a WOTA course.

Faculty members are expected to serve as advisors / mentors to students and are encouraged to engage and support students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities.

Research :

This position will be expected to pursue an active creative research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in publications or exhibitions, and contributes to advancing the department, university, and the profession.

Service :

This position will be expected to participate in activities that support the function of the department, college, university, and community relevant to one's expertise and interests.

Additional Duties :

Equipment maintenance.

Budgeting and ordering supplies.

Overseeing materials and inventory.

Maintaining a high standard for safety, cleanliness, and organization in the Drawing studio.

Management of student workers / studio assistants and figure models.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $53,000. UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION :

Applications received by January 12, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee.

TO APPLY :

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents :

Cover letter / letter of interest.

Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

Artist Statement.

20 images of student work (PDF preferred).

20 images of personal work (PDF preferred).

Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited later).

Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position).

This Job ID is 21447.

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Salary : $53,000

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